NUR 2110 - Medical-Surgical Nursing II Lecture

3 Credit

Prerequisite(s): NUR1050, NUR1140, NUR1143 & NUR1145 or NUR1131, NUR1134 & NUR1135
Co-requisite(s): NUR2114
This course focuses on those factors that lead to patient self-care health deviations that affect the cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal, hematological function and cancers of various body systems. Emphasis is placed on use of the nursing process as the basis for initiation of a plan of care with collaboration of the health care team, and in evaluating care outcomes to revise the plan of care as required. The course includes lecture, campus based practice labs and six hour clinical assignments in health care agencies. Objectives for the clinical experience are focused on the application of Orem’s Self Care Deficit Theory Nursing in acute care settings. Principles of pathophysiology and nutrition are integrated into the course. Offered (Fall, Spring)