RNUR 1052 - Health Alterations I

Academic Division: Nursing (01282)
4 Credit(s)
This course will continue the application of nursing care concepts, critical thinking, clinical judgment, and decision-making in care of the adult client. Students will build upon foundational knowledge established in previous coursework. Emphasis is placed on the exploration of chronic health conditions and understanding of the nursing process. Students will apply the roles and responsibilities of the developing nurse, collaborating with the healthcare team to plan evidence-based care using the nursing process. Focus is placed on basic human needs, restoration of wellness, therapeutic communication, health maintenance, and promotion. Clinical rotations integrate emerging medical-surgical knowledge into the promotion of safe, client-centered care. 1 Clinical Hour(s);

1 Lab Hour(s)

2 Lecture Hour(s);

Required Prerequisite Course(s): RNUR1012; RNUR1014 RNUR1030; PSYC1010; BIOL2751; BIOL1101:

Required as Prerequisite or Concurrent Course(s): PSYC2010c; BIOL2752c

College Wide Outcomes

College-Wide Learning Outcome	Assessments - - How it is met & When it is met
Communication – Written
Communication – Speech
Intercultural Knowledge and Competence
Critical Thinking
Information Literacy
Quantitative Literacy

Student Learning Outcomes for Course

Outcomes	Assessments – How it is met & When it is met
Practice therapeutic communication with clients, peers, and interdisciplinary members as it relates to client care. (I, II, III, IV, V, VI)	Clinical Evaluation tool- week 7 Exams Week 2-7 Final Week 8
Demonstrate safe performance of nursing procedures based on evidenced based practice. (I, II, III, IV, V, VI)	Clinical Evaluation Tool- Week 7 Lab Skills Testing Exams Week 2-7 Final Week 8
Model the essential professional elements of nursing practice while adhering to legal and ethical principles. (I, II, III, IV, V, VI)	Clinical Evaluation tool- Week 7 Exams- Week 2-7 Final- Week 8
Practice client centered nursing care for the adult client in various clinical settings. (I, II, III, IV, V, VI)	Clinical Evaluation tool- Week 7 Exams- Week 2-7 Final- Week 8
Implement basic clinical judgment using the nursing process while conducting health care assessments and providing care. (I, II, III, IV, V, VI)	Clinical paperwork Clinical Evaluation tool- Week 7 Exams- Week 2-7 Final- Week 8
Collaborate with members of the interdisciplinary team. (I, III, VI)	Clinical Evaluation tool- Week 7 Exams- Week 2-7 Final- Week 8

Standard Grading Scale
Undergraduate