NURS202 — Level V: Special Populations
NURS 202 - Level V: Special Populations NURS 202 - Level V: Special Populations 7 Credits The course is a continuation of health and illness theory with focus on special populations. Normal and abnormal pathophysiological responses will be examined in response to changes of the individual across the lifespan. The course will focus on previously established concepts in the context of reproduction & family, growth and development. Students will also familiarize themselves with the management of psychological and social challenges that affect the ability of the patient to function within the community, expanding upon principles of communication and assessment. Pharmacology concepts and the use of medications in the role of a nurse for special populations will include multistep numerical calculations for medications associated with special populations including weight/BSA based, fluid replacement, and emergency situations. Common medication classifications and considerations related to disorders of reproduction, acute and chronic psychiatric disorders, and considerations for use of medication across the lifespan and childbearing years are explored. 5 Program Admission Required Yes Admitted Program NURS Fees Nursing Materials Fee Quarters Typically all Day Winter Day Spring Day Designed to Serve Fifth quarter RN students Active Date 20240402T10:35:07 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 28 Lecture 77 Total Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course
Prerequisites: NURS201