Upon completion, students should be able to articulate into the ADN program. This course is designed to build on the knowledge and skills of nurses to enhance the practitioner's performance of physical examinations and history taking. Participants will be expected to document normal and abnormal health assessment findings and interpret pertinent findings in order to identify nursing diagnoses. The participant should be able to utilize comprehensive health assessment skills in a variety of health care settings. This course is designed to assist the student in the identification and treatment of cardiac emergencies.
Emphasis is placed on invasive and non-invasive treatment.
The student should be able to identify complex dysrhythmias and to implement treatment modalities. This course introduces the student to basic principles of pharmacology and the skills necessary to safely medications. Areas of emphasis include concepts of legal implications, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, calculation of drug dosages, and medication administration. Students will be able to demonstrate accurate dosage calculations, correct medication administration, and knowledge of drug classifications. This course is designed to provide the student with comprehensive knowledge of drug classifications and applications of pharmacology.