Management of Critical & Emergent Care Credits: 5

Catalog description

This course focuses on applying the nursing process to the care of critically ill clients. Key concepts are: assimilation, integration, and prioritization of information to take decisive client-focused action. Students will manage appropriately the interface between client and technology so that a safe, respectful, and caring environment is established and maintained. Nursing knowledge of cardiovascular/hemodynamic monitoring and acute management of pulmonary, neurological, renal, gastrointestinal, shock, and traumatic emergencies is included.