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

NUR 524, NUR 525, NUR 860, NUR 861, NUR 862, NUR 863; concurrent election of NUR 865, and admission to the Adult Gerontology Acute Care track; or consent of instructor. (3)

In-depth knowledge for advanced practice nursing management of acutely and critically ill young, middle-aged and older adults from diverse populations. Emphasis on utilization of relevant theories, critical thinking, and evidence-based knowledge to formulate differential diagnoses, treatment plans, and optimal outcome parameters for physiologically unstable adults with complex acute and critical health problems who are technically dependent and at high risk for developing complications. Exploration of hematology/oncology, endocrine, surgery/trauma, transplant, critical care pharmacology and-end-of life issues in acutely and critically ill adults. Graded ABCDE