NURE 214 - Acute and Chronic Medical/Surgical Nursing Concepts

Continuing with the framework of Patient Centered Care, Teamwork and Collaboration, Evidence-Based Practice, Quality Improvement, Safety, and Information Management, this course introduces students to the knowledge, skills and attitude required for specific areas of nursing practice in order to deliver safe and appropriate care to adult patients in accordance with standards of professional nursing practice. Within the structure of the Nursing Process, principles of health and illness are integrated with knowledge of anatomy and physiology, pharmacology and leadership and management. Building upon knowledge from the practical nurse program and the concepts learned in NURE 213, this course will explore a variety of concepts related to acute and chronic nursing, including but not limited to infection, fluid and electrolytes, cellular regulation, endocrine, oxygenation and perfusion.. Students participate in clinical experiences in the Learning/Simulation Center and in acute and chronic health care settings for the application of associated nursing principles.
Prerequisite(s): NURE 213
3.5 lecture and 10.5 clinical hours per week
7 credit hours