NU - 734 Foundations of Acute Care Nursing

Credits: 3

This course introduces students to Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner practice in the management of complex, critically ill clients in a variety of healthcare environments. Students prepare for entry into high intensity units and systems by understanding the interdisciplinary facets of acute care, by applying evidence-based approaches, and by participating in collaborative patient care management in interdisciplinary environments. “Healthy People 2020” is used as the framework for the study of behavioral, developmental, cultural, and lifestyle issues encountered in acutely ill patients. Focus is placed on identification of populations at risk to determine appropriate interventions for acutely ill adult and geriatric populations. Models of health promotion and risk reduction are integrated into planning care, counseling, and teaching strategies relevant to acute care. Clinical Practicum Hours: 225. A laboratory fee is required.

Prerequisite: NU 713 and all core and advanced core MSN courses