NURS 371 - Nursing Care of the Adult II

5.5 cr.

(Prerequisites: NURS 350, NURS 352; co-requisites: NURS 361, NURS 373 or NURS 452 lab)

The second of three courses that focus on physiological and psychological adaptation to dysfunctional health patterns. Emphasis is placed on the nursing process and functional health patterns as a framework for practice. Pathophysiology and nursing care related to alterations in metabolism, nutrition and immunity are included. Three hours lecture, 15 hours clinical lab/week (for seven weeks) alternate with NURS 373 or NURS 452 lab.