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NURS-402 - NURSING 4  9 credits
This course continues to focus on individuals and families across the lifespan who are experiencing multisystem illnesses or injuries. In addition, groups are introduced in this semester. The student is expected to incorporate nursing theory and knowledge of skills in the care of these clients. In using the nursing process there is an emphasis on synthesizing all facets of the client's needs including health promotion and illness prevention as well as promoting stability, preventing complications, and achieving maximum levels of wellness following illness or injury. The course stresses evaluation of the teaching/learning process with clients. The student learns management skills which allow him/her to coordinate the nursing care of individuals, families, and groups in various settings. The student is encouraged to evaluate professional standards used in interpersonal relationships. Also, the student is expected to communicate effectively with others, use critical thinking, and seek out learning experiences.