Adult Nursing and the Caring Process

This course offers continued focus on the nursing process and caring relationship with ill adults and their families. Environmental and family influences that affect the individual’s health care behaviors are also examined. Emphasis is placed on caring and a wellness-oriented approach in the nursing care of adults experiencing disorders of gastrointestinal, renal, neurological, cardiovascular, respiratory, musculoskeletal, and endocrine function. Opportunity is provided for the application of nursing concepts and skills in multiple settings. (Prerequisite: NUR 212, NUR 230, BIO 211, BIO 312) 4 hours of class and 6 hours of clinical per week. Offered every fall.