NUR 334 Medical/Surgical Nursing I: Adults with Chronic Health Problems

Fall/Spring

This course encompasses principles underlying human adaptation to chronic health problems. The health conditions are reviewed in relationship to nursing care directed toward adults with chronic health problems. The family, as a co-determinant of individual states of health is addressed. Health promotion, health preservation, health recovery and continuity of care for psychosocial and physical concerns are emphasized. Clinical sessions are conducted in both the hospital and simulation lab settings. 3 lecture hours. Prerequisite: NUR 203, NUR 204, NUR 210, Junior standing in the Nursing Major. Corequisite: NUR 303, NUR 328, NUR 329, and NUR 335

5 credit hours