NURP 120 Medical Surgical A

Students study the common diseases and disorders of patients and the appropriate nursing measures (physical, emotional, and psychological) these varied conditions require. The nursing process is utilized as a basis for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of a patient's needs. This includes meeting the needs of a dying patient and their family. Patient teaching on health, learning to live with various conditions, and rehabilitation nursing are included. The setting is acute care. Clinical experiences include patients in all age groups. Emphasis is placed on the elderly population. 

Credits

5 Credits

Semester Contact Hours Lecture

40

Semester Contact Hours Lab

0

Semester Contact Hours Clinical

108

Prerequisite

NURP 106 and NURP 115

Corequisite

NURP 110

NURP 120Medical Surgical A

Please note: This is not a course syllabus. A course syllabus is unique to a particular section of a course by instructor. This curriculum guide provides general information about a course.

I. General Information

Department

II. Course Specification

Course Type

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Credit Hours Narrative

5 Credits

Semester Contact Hours Lecture

40

Semester Contact Hours Lab

0

Semester Contact Hours Clinical

108

Prerequisite Narrative

NURP 106 and NURP 115

Corequisite Narrative

NURP 110

Repeatable

No

III. Catalog Course Description

Students study the common diseases and disorders of patients and the appropriate nursing measures (physical, emotional, and psychological) these varied conditions require. The nursing process is utilized as a basis for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of a patient's needs. This includes meeting the needs of a dying patient and their family. Patient teaching on health, learning to live with various conditions, and rehabilitation nursing are included. The setting is acute care. Clinical experiences include patients in all age groups. Emphasis is placed on the elderly population. 

IV. Student Learning Outcomes

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

  • Explain the etiology, pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, medical management, and prognosis of common muscular/skeletal, urinary, male reproductive, mental health, neurological, gastrointestinal, skin/burn and eye/ear disorders, as well as associated assessments, diagnostic tests, and nursing interventions.
  • Expand on the LPN’s role and responsibilities with respect to the diseases and disorders covered.
  • Describe the benefits and complexities of appropriate patient teaching.
  • Explain the unique needs and values of diverse patient populations.

V. Topical Outline (Course Content)

VI. Delivery Methodologies

Assessment Strategy Narrative

Formative and summative assessments will be given.

Specific Course Activity Assignment or Assessment Requirements

A.      Mandatory Assignments

1.  Concept Map

2.   SimChart Journals

B.      Mandatory Evaluations

1.   Mini-tests

2.   Examinations

3.   PrepU quizzes