NU - 754 Adult Acute Care Specialty II

Credits: 6

This intermediate specialty course builds upon the previous foundational course concepts and experiences by providing expanded clinical experiences that develop students’ knowledge of theoretical constructs and management of medically complex acute, critical, and chronically ill adult and older adult patients within specialty areas of acute care. Interdisciplinary theoretical foundations applied to clinical experiences strengthen beginning competencies to manage complex adult and older adult patients in high acuity and inpatient settings with conditions that may result in rapid physiologic deterioration or life-threatening instability. Issues of age, gender, race, and culture are emphasized. Emphasis is placed on the application of technology when caring for patients in complex health care systems. Precepted clinical experiences and case presentations provide opportunities for students to apply new knowledge and evidence-based practice to assessment, diagnosis, intervention, evaluation, and health restoration of clients with critical care needs. Maximizing resources, referrals, and consultation are discussed within the context of the interdisciplinary care team. Course Fee- BSN-DNP NP tracks only.

Prerequisite: NU 753