RNSG 1331 - Principles of Clinical Decision Making

Prerequisites: RNSG 1209 and RNSG 1105
Corequisite: RNSG 1362

Examination of selected principles related to the continued development of the professional nurse as a provider of patient-centered care, patient safety advocate, member of health care team and member of the profession. Emphasis on clinical decision making for clients in medical-surgical settings experiencing health problems involving fluid and electrolytes; perioperative care; pain; respiratory disorders; peripheral vascular disorders; immunologic disorders; and infectious disorders. Discussion of knowledge, judgment, skills and professional values within a legal/ethical framework. This course lends itself to either a blocked or integrated approach.

Hours (3 sem hrs; 3 lec, 1 lab)