NURS 252 Medical-Surgical IV Care of the Acutely Ill Client
applies the nursing process, systems theory, and critical thinking in the management and care of adult clients with acute alterations in the respiratory, cardiovascular, integumentary (burns), and the neurological system. Physical assessment and advanced nursing skills are emphasized. The student demonstrates the roles of health care team member, healthcare provider, and manager of care. Clinical experiences provide opportunities to use the nursing process, critical thinking, communication, and decision-making in caring for adult clients who are acutely/critically ill. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 5.0, lecture hours 3.0, lab hours 6.0).