NRS 221 - Nursing Care Of Adults With Acute And Chronic Illness Lab I

Units: 3
Nine hours laboratory per week
Prerequisite(s): NRS 200 , NRS 201 , NRS 303 and NRS 306
Corequisite(s): NRS 220
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: integumentary, sensory, endocrine, cardiovascular, respiratory systems, as well as perioperative and end-of-life care. Concepts of patient-centered care, evidence based practice, informatics, safety, communication, leadership, 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.
Graded: Credit / No Credit