NURS 294 - Major Chronic Alterations in Health Care Needs Clinical

5 Total Credits
Provides practical and hands-on learning experience in a clinical setting. working closely with a registered nurse (RN). Emphasis includes safety, professionalism, evidence based, best
practice, high quality patient care, and process improvement in the clinical area. Covers a range of chronic health conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, COPD, hypertension, chronic kidney disease, obesity related health conditions, and other chronic health issues. Students will have opportunity to identify the signs and symptoms of these conditions, perform assessments, prioritize care, and implement appropriate interventions in clinical setting.

Course Outcomes

Demonstrate competence caring for patients with chronic conditions.
Apply knowledge and theory to guide appropriate patient care in the clinical setting.
Demonstrate registered nurse identity as it pertains to professionalism, therapeutic communication, ethics, and cultural competence.
Describe the roles performed in interdisciplinary teams.
Manage patient care.