Medical-Surgical Nursing II

Catalog description

Focus is on health care management of patients with multiple health problems. Pathophysiology of disease processes encountered in the adult patient is discussed. Acid base balance and nutritional issues found in the acute care patient will be taught. A collaborative interdisciplinary approach is used to meet patients’ needs in a variety of acute health settings. Content builds on theoretical, technological, critical thinking and interpersonal skills acquired in previous courses to assist patients with multiple health problems toward wellness and health maintenance.