RNSG 1443 Complex Concepts of Adult Health

Integration of previous knowledge and skills related to common adult health needs into the continued development of the professional nurse as a provider of patient-centered care, patient safety advocate, member of health care team, and member of the profession in the care of adult patients and families with complex medical-surgical health care needs associated with body systems. Emphasis on complex knowledge, judgments, skills, and professional values within a legal/ethical framework.

Semester Hours

4

Lecture Hours

3

Lab Hours

2

Prerequisite

Prerequisites for two year track: RNSG 1413, RNSG 1260, RNSG 1205, BIOL 2302 & BIOL 2102. Concurrent with RNSG 1360, and RNSG 1144. Prior or concurrent with BIOL 2320 and BIOL 2120. Prerequisites for transition track: ENGL 1301, PSYC 2314, PSYC 2301, BIOL 2301 and BIOL 2101. Concurrent with RNSG 1360 and RNSG 1144. Prior or concurrent with BIOL 2302 and BIOL 2102.

End-of-Course Outcomes

Integrate the roles of the professional nurse in the provision of care of adult patients and families; utilize critical thinking skills and a systematic problem-solving process in providing care for adult patients and families with complex health care needs.