NURS 131 Medical/Surgical Nursing II

Utilizing a physiological systems approach focus is on implementation of the nursing process in the care of a diverse population of clients with health disturbances. Emphasis will include promotion of physiological integrity through providing care and comfort, reducing client risk potential and managing health alternations.

Topics will include

  • patients having surgery
  • hypertension
  • heart failure
  • respiratory system disorders
  • hepatic, pancreatic and gallbladder disorders
  • upper gastrointestinal disorders
  • lower gastrointestinal orders
  • urinary system disorders

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Successful completion of NURS 117, NURS 120, NURS 121, and NURS 124.