NUR 2762C - Health Professional to RN: Transition III

5 hours Lecture, 9 hours Clinical, 8 credits
Lower-Division College Credit
Prerequisite(s): NUR 2321C and HUM 2020
AA Elective: No
This course focuses on the professional role of the nurse within the context of specialized units. Emphasis is on the skills needed to provide competent, safe, evidenced-based care for patients with complex pathophysiological homeostatic imbalances that result in multiple unmet needs and physiological crises. The student studies and applies advanced concepts and skills necessary to assist clients to reestablish homeostasis or meet death with comfort and dignity. Clinical focus is on the care of patients in critical-care environments, and on the transition from student to graduate. Clinical hours are completed through a combination of on-campus activities and off-campus activities at various community healthcare facilities.

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