NUR 864 - Special Topics in Adult-Gerontology Acute Care III-Theory.

NUR 862, NUR 863 and concurrent election of NUR 865. (2).

Assessment, diagnosis, and management across the lifespan for adults with episodic and chronic conditions. Focus on advanced practice nursing in acute care settings; pathophysiology and appropriate pharmacological and medical interventions for immunological systems, oncological issues, infectious disease, endocrine, and urological conditions. Mixed mode: 2-3 days on campus required for simulation lab demonstrations, including prescribing insulin drips, pain management, epidurals, and TPN.