NRS 223 - Care of Adults Acute&Chrnc Lab

Description

Hours: Nine hours lab per week Prerequisite: NRS 220 and NRS 221 Corequisite: NRS 222 Theory is exercised in corequisite courses Description: This course focuses on the inter-professional care of adult patients experiencing acute and chronic health alterations that require medical and/or surgical intervention. Emphasis is placed on the care of patients with alterations in selected body functions: hematology, renal and genitourinary, gastrointestinal, musculoskeletal, neurological, as well as fluid and electrolyte balance, acid-base balance, and oncology care. Concepts of patient-centered care, evidence-based practice, informatics, safety, patient education, teamwork and collaboration, leadership, systems-based practice, and professionalism are integrated throughout the course. The Neuman Systems Model and nursing process guide the student in holistic nursing practice for achievement of optimal patient outcomes. Clinical experiences provide the student an opportunity to apply theoretical concepts and deliver safe patient care in the acute care setting. The lab practicum provides the student an opportunity to apply knowledge, skills, and attitudes in a simulated environment.

Meeting Information

Status: Open
Class Number: 2625
Session: Extended Session 1
Units: 3.00
Class Components: Laboratory
Career: Undergraduate
Dates: 1/25/2016 - 5/14/2016
Grading: Credit / No Credit

Class Availability

Information below is 24 hours old.
Enrollment Total: 10
Available Seats: 1
Wait List Capacity: 0
Wait List Total: 0

Enrollment Information

• Lower Division

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