NURP 120 — Medical Surgical A
Students study the common diseases and disorders of patients and the appropriate nursing measures (physical, emotional, and psychological) these varied conditions require. The nursing process is utilized as a basis for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of a patient's needs. This includes meeting the needs of a dying patient and their family. Patient teaching on health, learning to live with various conditions, and rehabilitation nursing are included. The setting is acute care. Clinical experiences include patients in all age groups. Emphasis is placed on the elderly population.
Prerequisites: NURP 106, NURP 115