NUR 202A Critical Transitions In Care

The fifth nursing course in the lecture series. Focuses on critical transitions in care and complex pathophysiological problems. Emphasizes critical thinking, communication and advocacy for the high-acuity client. Required: Admission to Nursing program.

Credits

Prerequisite

NUR 201A Advanced Medical-Surgical Care, NUR 201B Advanced Medical-Surgical Practice, and NUR 268D Drug Therapy & Nursing Implications with a grade of C or better.

Corequisite

NUR 202B Nursing Practice During Critical Transitions.

Notes

Career Technical Education (CTE) Course

Outcomes

Identify trends and changes in client conditions and discuss appropriate interventions. Evaluate nursing care and discuss priorities in the high-acuity client. Explore collaboration within the multidisciplinary teams in planning, implementing, and evaluating outcomes of care. Outline ethical principles that guide advocacy of the high-acuity client.