This course explores the physiological alterations of clients with acute and chronic health care needs. Building on the foundations of previous nursing courses and the nursing process, students will examine the impact of and plan nursing care for pediatric clients experiencing acute and/or chronic alterations. Utilizing the nursing process and nursing management, psychosocial and physiological adaptations will be examined in the context of social justice, cultural competence, and equity of health care.

Enrollment in the Nursing Program and NRS 142-Medical Surgical Nursing I with a grade of "C" or better.

2.5 Semester hour(s)

2 lec/1 lab