NRS 221A Nursing in Chronic Illness 2 and End-of-Life Care

This course builds on Foundations of Nursing in Chronic Illness I. The evidence base related to family care giving and symptom management is a major focus and basis for nursing interventions with clients and families. Ethical issues related to advocacy, self-determination, and autonomy is explored. Complex skills associated with symptom management, negotiating in interdisciplinary teams, and the impact of individual and family development cultural beliefs are included in the context of client and family centered care. Exemplars include clients with chronic mental illness as well as other chronic conditions and disabilities affecting functional status and family relationships.

Credits

4

Prerequisite

NRS 112A, NRS 112B, NRS 234, NRS 235, NRS 237, NRS 238, NRS 239. One of the following: BI 101 (Cell Systems or Intro to Genetics), BI 102 (Genetics and Society), BI 112, or BI 221. All with a C or better and admission into the Nursing Program

Corequisite

NRS 221B

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

1. Create a comprehensive culturally appropriate plan of care with clients experiencing chronic physical and mental health conditions and disabilities affecting functional status and including issues impacting family relationships

2. Apply evidence-based nursing interventions in support of clients experiencing chronic conditions throughout the lifespan, including:

   - palliative care

   - end of life care

3. Implement measures to enhance quality of life for clients with chronic physical and mental health conditions and disabilities affecting functional status in the plan of care

4. Analyze appropriate community resources to provide support for clients, families, and caregivers based on:

   - health system barriers

   - finance

   - chronic illness management

5. Examine potential legal and ethical issues related to client decision-making and informed consent in chronic care settings

6. Analyze data, resources, and available technologies to minimize risk of harm to self, clients, and others