2010-2011 General Catalog 
    
    Mar 29, 2024  
2010-2011 General Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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RNSG 1441 - Common Concepts of Adult Health


(4:4:1) This course is a study of the general principles of caring for selected adult clients and families in structured settings with common medical-surgical health care needs related to each body system. Emphasis is on knowledge, judgement, skills, and professional values within a legal/ethical framework. This course lends itself to a blocked approach. It places increased emphasis on critical thinking/problem solving activities and application of a systematic process to provide goal directed care to adult clients, families, and/or groups across the lifespan. Key concepts related to pharmacology, nutrition, gerontology, growth and development, and cultural perspectives will be integrated throughout the course. The roles of the nurse will provide the framework for continued focus on professional values and expectations regarding ethical/legal responsibility, accountability, collaboration, delegation, and advocacy. Semester Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 4 Lab Hours: 1 Pre-requisite: RNSG 1513, RNSG 1105, RNSG 1144, RNSG 1115, RNSG 1160, PSYC 2314 with a grade of “C” or better. Note: This course must be taken concurrently with RNSG 2460.



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