NURS 219 — Complex Health: Elimination
Credit Hours: 3 Prerequisite: Acceptance to Year Two of the Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) program. Building upon the knowledge obtained from the practical nursing curriculum and incorporating current standards for the professional registered nurse, complex features of selected diseases and disorders of the liver, gastrointestinal, and renal systems are discussed and explored. Topics will include pathophysiology, medical and/or surgical management, and inter-professional collaboration needed for the patient with these diseases or disorders. The discussions will be centered on using evidence-based practice to guide the nursing process and Gordon’s Functional Health patterns framework. Cultural and psychosocial issues, including the involvement of patients in decision-making and best practices for promoting healthy lifestyles and providing patient-centered care are also discussed. Offered Fall and Spring.