This course is designed to teach the student the basic knowledge of etiology, symptoms, prescribed treatment and experience in the nursing care of selected disorders including fluid and electrolytes, respiratory, circulatory, urinary, and gastrointestinal. The concepts related to the process of wellness and illness will be covered. QSEN concepts of safety, evidence-based practice, & teamwork and collaboration will be emphasized throughout the course. Psychosocial and cultural issues pertaining to patient care will be explored. The stress response including pain and issues of death and dying will be addressed. Geriatric considerations are integrated throughout the course. Lab will have various applications of the skills necessary to perform nursing tasks in these areas. Preventative health, safe practice, and bioterrorism procedure measures are emphasized. This course builds on the knowledge and concepts taught in the previous courses. Preventative health and safety measures are emphasized in each course of the program.
Prerequisite PN 165
QSEN competency focus: Safety, Evidence-based practice, Teamwork and Collaboration
Prerequisite PN 165
QSEN competency focus: Safety, Evidence-based practice, Teamwork and Collaboration
- Teacher: June Cordaro
- Teacher: Felicia Echezona