NURR 222 Adult Health II: Complex & Critical Care
Focuses on the nursing care of adults with complex, multisystem conditions in high-acuity and emergency settings. Emphasizes rapid clinical judgment, prioritization, and evidence-based interventions to manage critical changes in patient status. Students develop skills in delegation, teamwork, and the use of technology in intensive and emergent care environments. Simulation and clinical experiences challenge students to apply advanced nursing concepts in time-sensitive, interdisciplinary scenarios to promote safety and optimize outcomes.
NURR 222Adult Health II: Complex & Critical Care
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I. General Information
Department
Nursing Academic
II. Course Specification
Course Type
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Credit Hours Narrative
5 Credits
Semester Contact Hours Lecture
15
Semester Contact Hours Lab
30
Semester Contact Hours Clinical
135
Prerequisite Narrative
ENGL 102, HUMA GE1, NURR 218, NURR 219, and NURR 220
Corequisite Narrative
HUMA GE2, WELL GE, and NURR 221
III. Catalog Course Description
Focuses on the nursing care of adults with complex, multisystem conditions in high-acuity and emergency settings. Emphasizes rapid clinical judgment, prioritization, and evidence-based interventions to manage critical changes in patient status. Students develop skills in delegation, teamwork, and the use of technology in intensive and emergent care environments. Simulation and clinical experiences challenge students to apply advanced nursing concepts in time-sensitive, interdisciplinary scenarios to promote safety and optimize outcomes.
IV. Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:
- Analyze clinical data to identify and respond to deterioration in patients with complex or multisystem health conditions.
- Prioritize and implement urgent nursing interventions in high-acuity and emergency situations using evidence-based practices.
- Apply clinical judgment and rapid decision-making to manage unstable patients and prevent complications.
- Demonstrate effective communication, delegation, and collaboration with interprofessional teams in critical care settings.
- Incorporate advanced technologies and monitoring tools to assess, plan, and evaluate patient outcomes in complex care environments.
- Reflect on ethical, legal, and safety considerations when delivering care in life-threatening or high-pressure clinical situations.
V. Topical Outline (Course Content)
VI. Delivery Methodologies