Perioperative Nursing

Catalog description

This course introduces the student to the role of the professional perioperative nurse by providing learning opportunities in the classroom and perioperative clinical settings. Students will utilize the nursing process, AORN Perioperative Standards and Recommended Practices, and The Joint Commission National Safety Goals to guide development of evidence-based nursing care for clients throughout the lifespan in pre, intra, and postoperative settings. In addition, this course provides opportunities for students to further develop physical assessment, infection prevention, and interdisciplinary communication techniques.