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NURS 313 - Adult Health Nursing I


Credit(s): 5
This course builds on previously introduced knowledge and concepts and focuses on the nursing care of adult and gerontological patients with acute and chronic health alterations. Students will learn the assessment and management of the adult and gerontological patient problems related to pathophysiologic mechanisms, ventilation, transport and perfusion. Concepts related to communication skills, patient teaching, evidence-based practice, ethical/legal/economic issues, and quality, safety, and patient-centered care are threaded throughout the content. During the clinical portion, the student will use critical thinking skills in providing quality comprehensive care in multiple clinical settings

Prerequisites: Successful completion of NURS 201 NURS 203 NURS 222 , and NURS 231  with a grade of “C” or better.
Course Level: Undergraduate
Hours: 90 clinical hours.



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