NRS 235 Pathophysiological Processes for Nursing 2

This sequel to Pathophysiological Processes for Nursing 1 continues to explore pathophysiological processes that contribute to disease states across the lifespan and human responses to those processes. Students will learn to make selective clinical decisions regarding using current, reliable sources of pathophysiology information, selecting and interpreting focused assessments based on knowledge of pathophysiological processes, teaching persons from diverse populations regarding pathophysiological processes, and communicating with other health professionals regarding pathophysiological processes. The course addresses additional pathophysiological processes not contained in Pathophysiological Processes for Nursing 1.

Credits

2

Prerequisite

NRS 234 and admission into the Nursing Program

Course Learning Outcomes

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

1. Apply current, appropriate, evidence-based information about selected pathophysiological processes in the care of the client, focusing on:

- risk factors related to specific pathophysiological processes

- selected pathophysiological processes

- how the signs and symptoms relate to specific pathophysiological processes

- potential complications for specific pathophysiological processes

- how life span factors relate to pathophysiological processes

2. Apply knowledge of appropriate medical and surgical interventions and pertinent laboratory values and diagnostic tests specific to select pathophysiological processes in the care of the client

3. Apply current, appropriate, evidence-based information about selected pathophysiological processes, including:

- signs and symptoms

- clinical manifestations

- life span considerations pertinent social determinants of health

4. Communicate appropriate information with other health care professionals regarding pathophysiological processes, focusing on:

- Technical language

- Technical details of pathophysiological processes

- Appropriate signs and symptoms to report

- Appropriate information about a client’s status

- Lab and diagnostic test results

5. Communicate effectively with clients, families, and health professionals regarding selected pathophysiological processes, focusing on:

- Technical language

- Technical details of pathophysiological processes

- Which signs and symptoms to report to a healthcare professional

- Basic information about a client’s status

- Lab values and diagnostic test results

6. Utilize current, appropriate, evidence-based resources for information on selected pathophysiological processes, including:

- lab values and diagnostic test results

- clinical manifestations

- life span considerations

- pertinent social determinants of health medical and surgical interventions