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2016-2017 College Catalog 
    
2016-2017 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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HNUR 2433 Care of Medical Surgical Disorders III

(6-0-12) 8 Credits UN
This course includes the study of genitourinary, reproductive, sensory, neurological and musculoskeletal disorders with emphasis on pathophysiology and pharmacology for the adult client. Included is a review of anatomy and physiology, and therapeutic/modified diets. Normal nutrition and the modification of the principles of normal nutrition for therapeutic purposes are studied. Included are the roles of the essential nutrients of proteins, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, minerals and water in the maintenance of good health and wellness as it pertains to body systems studied. Pharmacological interventions/commonly used medications for each body system addressed are discussed at length. Geriatric considerations are addressed. Utilizing a nursing process approach, the student will perform applicable practical nursing clinical skills to multiple clients experiencing serious illnesses in approved health care facilities under the supervision and discretion of practical nursing faculty. Critical thinking skills are utilized while the student begins to make interdependent practical nursing decisions. Students will be expected to perform clinical skills with in-direct supervision of the clinical instructor. This course includes a 180-hour clinical component.
Pre-requisite(s): HNUR 1460 , HNUR 2423   Concurrency: None Co-requisite(s): None



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