NS 103,103CL - Developmental And Health Deviation Selfcare Requisites For Patients With a Chronic Illness

Institution:

Antelope Valley College

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Description:

4 units (32 hours lecture, 96 hours clinic) (8 weeks) Limitation on Enrollment: Formal admission to ADN Program. Prerequisite: Completion of NS 101 with a grade of "C" or better. This course is based on Orem's Self- Care Theory as applied to the care of patients with chronic illness. The concept that the patient should be involved as much as possible in the decisions and activities connected with their own health maintenance, restoration, and prevention of complications is presented. The course provides theory and clinical practice to develop an understanding of the pathophysiology of chronic diseases. The student learns self-care practices and nursing actions which promote health and well-being, provide a developmental environment for patients' continued development, and prevent harmful effects of either the illness or the health state requirements for the illness. The student is taught teaching/learning theory in order to perform the supportive/educative role of the nurse. (CSU, AVC)

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.avc.edu

Phone Number:

(661) 722-6300

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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