A transition course for experienced LPN's. Nursing process, communication principles, and a critical thinking approach are emphasized as students learn about the effect of health disruptions on adults as they move along the health-illness continuum. Focuses on health disruptions which respond predictably to well established therapeutic regimens. Students have the opportunity to demonstrate competence in critical elements of patient care delivery. Emphasis on basic pharmacology principles, drug action, correct dosages, methods of administration, and evaluation of patient response.
Nursing process is used to identify priorities for care of patients receiving specific medications.
DN A203, NURS A220L, NURS A221, NURS A222, and NURS A222L. Teaches utilization of the nursing process in providing nursing care for the patient experiencing pregnancy and childbirth and for the neonate, along the health-illness continuum. Ranges from normal, low risk perinatal care to high risk complications of the perinatal patient and family. Covers antepartal, intrapartal, postpartal and neonatal care. Provides laboratory and clinical experiences to reinforce student learning in NURS A220. Advanced concepts in the therapeutic intervention and management of fluids administered via the parenteral route.