LPNU 130 - Adult Medical-Surgical Nurs.II

Institution:

New River Community and Technical College

Subject:

License Practical Nursing

Description:

This course builds on the knowledge and skills developed in previous nursing courses to focus study on adults with complex alterations in health, and the development of personal leadership skills. Utilizing a body systems approach, the course is designed to prepare the student in the use of the nursing process when caring for small groups of adults experiencing pathophysiological alterations requiring complex medical and/or nursing interventions. Using patient scenarios, students develop comprehensive nursing care plans that include assessment, nursing diagnoses, patient goals, nursing interventions, scientific rationale for each intervention, and patient goal evaluation. Application of course content is provided during supervised clinical lab experiences.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.newriver.edu

Phone Number:

(304) 929-6736

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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