Adv Ntr/Eli

Catalog description

In this course, the nursing process is applied to patients with illnesses that interfere with nutrition, elimination, or fluid, electrolyte, and acid- base balance. Nursing interventions are reviewed and include the use of current technology. The planning focuses on the entire episode of illness across the continuum of care; considering the teaching and home-health maintenance needs of a diverse population. Time required for completion of this course is dependent on the individual learner; however, it is expected that students will spend at least 45 hours in study and classroom activity. Prerequisite: Matriculation in Nursing.