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NU 4860 - Synthesis of Nursing Care

3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
Course Description
The focus of this course assists the student in synthesizing the concepts of nursing care for professional nursing practice. Through participation in problem-based learning case scenarios, students solve problems common in healthcare environments. Learning occurs as students engage themselves in finding the solutions and participation in the group process. Peer evaluation and self-directed learning are stressed throughout the course. (prereq: NU 4710 ) 
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
  • Discuss the provision of competent, caring, holistic nursing care to individuals, families and aggregates through analytical use of the nursing process (Level 4, Nursing Care)
  • Consistently employ appropriate and effective communication skills (Level 4, Communication)
  • Incorporate of principles of health promotion, health maintenance, and health restoration to empower clients to achieve optimal health (Level 4, Nursing Care)
  • Articulate a professional nursing role that is responsive to the needs of society (Level 4, Professional Role)
  • Evaluate the use of technology when providing professional nursing care (Level 4, Technology)
  • Provide leadership when collaborating with health care team members in assuming accountability for nursing care (Level 4, Collaboration)
  • Integrate critical thinking skills in diverse situations (Level 4, Critical Thinking)
  • Synthesize relevant research findings and knowledge from the humanities and sciences into professional nursing practice discussions (Level 4, Evidence-Based Practice)
Prerequisites by Topic
  • None 
Course Topics
  • Domain: Physiological - Basic/Complex Care that supports physical and homeostatic regulation
  • Domain: Health Systems - Care that supports effective use of the health care delivery system
  • Domain: Community - Care that supports the health of the community
  • Domain: Behavioral - Care that supports psycho-social functioning and facilitates life-style changes
  • Domain: Family - Care that supports the family unit
  • Domain: Safety - Care that supports protection against harm
Coordinator
Jane Paige


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