RNSG 1331 - Principles of Clinical Decision-Making

Institution:

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Brownsville Campus

Subject:

Nursing - Associate Degree Nursing

Description:

This course offers an examination of selected principles related to the continued development of the professional nurse as a provider of care, coordinator of care, and member of a profession. Emphasis on clinical decision-making for clients in medical-surgical setting experiencing health problems involving fluid and electrolytes; preoperative care; pain; respiratory disorders; peripheral vascular disorder; immunologic disorder; and infectious disorders. Discussion of knowledge, judgment, skills, and professional values within a legal/ethical framework. This course lends itself to either a blocked or integrated approach. Lec 3, Cr 3.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

Prerequisite: RNSG 1108, RNSG 1205, RNSG 1215, RNSG 1309 and RNSG 1260. Corequisite: RNSG 1301, RNSG 1110, RNSG 1261, and RNSG 1347.

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Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

WWW.UTB.EDU

Phone Number:

(956) 882-8200

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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