This course applies previous learning in nursing, life sciences, social sciences, and the nursing process to the care of patients across the lifespan with acute health alterations. A systematic approach to each unit will include levels of prevention, pathophysiology, lifestyle alterations, environmental impact and modification, cultural considerations, interdisciplinary care plans, and legal and ethical implications inherent in delivering patient care. Clinical experiences will occur in the acute care hospital setting.
Prerequisites
NURS140N, NURS230N and BIOL210N.