RPN to BScN - Complex Health Challenges II
NSGD 4137 Complex Health Challenges II
Prerequisites:
All 2000 and 3000 level NSGD courses in the RPN to BScN Blended Learning Program with a passing grade of 60% or SAT,
BIOL 1011,
BIOL 2116,
MATH 1257,
NSGD 4136
Corequisites:
NSGD 4026
Antirequisites:
NURS 4036,
NSGD 4036
Restrictions:
This course is restricted to students enrolled in the RPN to BScN Blended Learning Program.
Hours:
12 weeks of online instruction per term.
Credits:
3
Description:
Students develop and refine critical thinking strategies required to provide safe nursing care for acutely ill clients. Using caring theory and evidence-informed processes, students learn advanced concepts relevant to the care of individuals, families, and communities experiencing complex health challenges. The complex health challenges explored will include gastrointestinal disorders, renal dysfunction, musculoskeletal disorders, neurological disorders, respiratory emergencies, and trauma.