This course is designed to assist practitioners in building on previously learned skills, to develop more complex physical assessment techniques, and therapeutic interventions. Written communication and the medical record will be explored. Evidence based practice guidelines will form the reference point for health assessment, restorative care, and health deviations. Life span development and cultural aspects of care will be integrated. Health deviations will focus on musculoskeletal, gastrointestinal, sensory, neurological, and integumentary systems. Aspects of specialized nursing care will be discussed in regard to surgical, oncological, and community healthcare. Non-pharmacological pain management and end of life issues will also be included. Lab assignments will reflect concepts related to theory sessions.
NUR220 Course Co-Requisite: NUR231
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
Specified on the course schedule/outline
| Letter Grade | Range | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| A | 90-100 | Excellent |
| B | 80-89 | Above Average |
| C | 70-79 | Average |
| D | 60-69 | Below Average |
| F | 0-59 | Failing |
| W | — | Withdrawal during weeks 1 - 7 |
| WF | — | Withdrawal failing after week 7 |
| NF | — | Failing – Not actively engaged |
For more details about the Grading System, please see the current catalog.
Students must be actively engaged in the course. For a definition of active engagement, please see the current catalog.
Cheating and plagiarism are serious offenses against the University’s academic integrity and are consequently strictly prohibited. All students must familiarize themselves with the University policy on Academic Integrity.
Penalties for cheating and plagiarism are described in the University policy on Academic Integrity in the catalog. They include failure of the assignment, failure for the course, or dismissal from the University. For the complete Cheating/Plagiarism policy, please see the current catalog.
Students who have disabilities that may impact their performance in this course should follow the process described under the heading Accommodations for the Disabled in the current catalog.
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