NURS 240 Medical-Surgical Nursing II
examines concepts of nursing practice across the lifespan. Emphasis will be placed on advanced concepts related to alterations in fluids and electrolytes, elimination, and nutrition. Concepts for immunity, infection, inflammation, comfort, and perfusion will also be addressed. Principles of safe medication administration practices will be reinforced. Clinical experiences will focus on medical and surgical principles throughout the adult lifespan (ages 18 through death). This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 5.5, lecture hours 3.0, lab hours 5.0).