NUR 22805 - Med/Surg III/Peds II, Part I

This course introduces nursing students to the roles and responsibilities of the associate degree registered nurse in caring for adult and pediatric patients across various healthcare settings. The medical-surgical theory component focuses on providing nursing care to adult patients with endocrine and hematology/oncology-related conditions. Growth and developmental concepts are further explored, with a special emphasis on the care of older adults. The pediatric theory component offers a comprehensive overview of common pediatric illnesses and conditions. Students will examine the etiology, clinical management, and nursing interventions for acute and chronic conditions. Emphasis is placed on age-appropriate care, pediatric dosage calculations, and addressing the physiological and developmental needs of pediatric patients. The course incorporates family-centered care, health promotion, illness prevention strategies, and patient education. Throughout the course, students will continue to apply the nursing process, Clinical Judgment Measurement Model (CJMM), communication and collaboration skills, use of technology, teaching-learning strategies, and legal and ethical principles supported by evidence-based practice. The clinical component provides students with hands-on experience in acute care settings, where they will deliver nursing care to both adult and pediatric patients, integrating theory with practice.

$355

Offered: Spring

Semester Hours: 5
Clinical Hours: 84
Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 6

Prerequisite(s):

NUR 11203 - Nursing Transitions with a grade of “C” or better.
NUR 11402 - Nursing Concepts/Health Assessment with a grade of “C” or better in theory and a “satisfactory” designation for clinical.
NUR 12404 - OB/Peds I with a grade of “C” or better in theory and a “satisfactory” designation for clinical.
AHC 10103 - Introduction to Pharmacology and Dosage Calculations for Nurses with a grade of “C” or better in theory.
NUR 21403 - Mental Health Nursing with a grade of “C” or better in theory and a “satisfactory” designation for clinical.
NUR 21606 - Med/Surg II with a grade of “C” or better in theory and a “satisfactory” designation for clinical.
NUR 21202 - Pharmacology with a grade of “C” or better.