Nursing Practice for Complex Health Problems

Catalog description

This course enhances critical thinking and progresses nursing practice competencies in the management of acute and chronic complex health problems. Students will utilize nursing judgment and current evidence-based practices to deliver client-centered care. Emphasis is placed on utilization of the nursing process to integrate previous course concepts and oversee the care of multisystem health, wellness, and illness conditions throughout the life span. Teaching methods include supervised practice in diverse and specialized health care settings and Simulation Laboratory clinicals to advance skills as a contributing member of the interprofessional healthcare team. Students will interpret, conclude, and prioritize high acuity alterations in the wellness-illness continuum. Clinical decision-making will be used to foster team collaboration, mutual respect, and shared decision-making to achieve excellent health care outcomes. Fee required.