Basic Medical Surgical Nursing Concepts

Catalog description

This course focuses on the care of adult patients with common acute and chronic health conditions that require medical and/or surgical intervention. Pharmacology, pathophysiology, and nutrition are integrated throughout the course. This course also facilitates the transition of the student to the role of an LPN/LVN. Emphasis is placed on issues related to nursing and health care as well as skills necessary to provide care to multiple patients and assign tasks to other LPNs/LVNs and unlicensed personnel. Standards of practice and the importance of practicing according to state regulations and statutes are examined. A grade of C or higher is required to pass this course.