NU 352 - Challenges Along the Journey: Interventions for Alterations in Regulatory and Protective Mechanisms

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Mount Mercy University

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Description:

This course will prepare students to meet the challenges associated with caring for adults and children experiencing acute and chronic illnesses involving alterations in regulatory and protective mechanisms. The initial focus will be on health promotion, children's response to illness and family support. Nursing interventions for persons across the lifespan will be a central theme. Interventions for persons with alterations in cell functions, fluid, electrolyte and acid-base balance, inflammation, immunity, and infection, as well as those required for alterations in the endocrine, renal, and musculoskeletal systems will be included. Interventions will be discussed in theory and applied in a variety of clinical settings. Relevant history and theories, standards of care, prevention, current research, and legal-ethical and end-of-life implications will be addressed as applicable for each alteration. The impact of environment, culture and technology will also be considered. Prerequisites: NU 230, NU 232, NU 240 and NU 260.

Credits:

5.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.mtmercy.edu

Phone Number:

(319) 363-8213

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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