PN101 — Nursing of Adults I
The first of two medical-surgical nursing courses, builds upon basic nursing content and skills learned in Foundations of Nursing. This course focuses on the care of adult patients with common health problems that require medical and/or surgical intervention. The concepts of pharmacology, nutrition, cultural sensitivity, therapeutic communication, prioritization and professionalism are integrated throughout the course. Clinical judgment is incorporated in the development of quality, patient-centered care by recognizing health disparities and social determinants of health. Evidence-based practice is utilized in assisting students to develop effective communication that promotes optimal patient outcomes as a member of the interprofessional healthcare team. Clinical experiences provide the student an opportunity to apply theoretical concepts while integrating information technology by implementing safe patient care to adults with common health problems in a medical/surgical setting.