NRS 546 - Nursing and Advanced Medical/Surgical Care 3

2 Hour(s)

This course is designed to provide the student with an understanding of the effects of multiple diagnoses on adults in various clinical contexts (e.g. ER, ICU, sub-acute, community). Learners will gain knowledge and then are capable of assessment and management of clients with complex problems. The content explores ways to prioritize problems and interventions, use practice guidelines and outcome indicators in planning and implementing nursing care to ill individuals across the adult lifespan. Discussion related to ethical issues, cultural awareness and diversity along with supporting theories and models is integrated in all modules. The course will explore teamwork and collaboration of the health care team members to optimize patient outcomes.

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Prerequisite(s): NRS 538 & NRS 539