NURS 258 - Issues and Trends in Nursing II

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Kapiolani Community College

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1 hour lecture per week Prerequisite(s): A grade of "C" or higher in NURS 253; a grade of "C" or higher in NURS 264; a grade of "C" or higher in PHRM 203; credit or concurrent enrollment in ANTH 200; credit or concurrent enrollment in an AS humanities courCorequisite(s): NURS 256. Comment: Letter grade only. NURS 258 may not 9 be audited. NURS 258 may not be taken credit/no credit. NURS 258 is a theoretical and observation course, continues the content of NURS 158, Issues and Trends in Nursing I. It focuses on the roles of the nurse as manager of care, legal and ethical responsibilities and transition from student to professional as the student becomes responsible and accountable for own practice as a Registered Nurse. Upon successful completion of NURS 258, the student should be able to: Explore alternatives within the health care system (and within the individual's cultural group) which can be used to assist the client to meet needs resulting from altered states of wellness. As a member of the health care team, analyze the effectiveness of the nursing process in bringing about desired client outcomes. Analyze the role of the nurse as a teacher of the client, and of staff in the restoration of health and prevention of illness. Demonstrate therapeutic communication strategies which can be used by the nurse to facilitate his/her role as the client's advocate. Compare and contrast various nursing care delivery systems and the limitations and advantages of each. Synthesize options for an ethical dilemma in health care, addressing the unique needs of the involved parties and the laws and other rules of conduct which affect the possible responses. Conceptualize a personal development plan as a graduate entering the nursing profession.

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1.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

kapiolani.hawaii.edu/page/home

Phone Number:

(808) 734-9000

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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