— Med-Surg Nursing I Clinical

Catalog description

This course provides clinical experience in general medical-surgical, telemetry, oncology, neurological, ventilator, and orthopedic units emphasizing the care of the hospitalized adult and geriatric patient. The focus of the course is on the application of the nursing process in the care of patients with chronic and acute illnesses primarily affecting the cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal, integumentary, and endocrine systems, as well as patients with fluid and electrolyte imbalances. Concurrent enrollment in NURS 1030 is required. These are linked courses requiring passing grades in both to receive credit for either.