Course Overview
This course explores pathophysiological processes that contribute to a variety of chronic disease states experienced by adult clients. It builds on conceptual learning from Nursing Knowledge 1, and introduces additional salient concepts and related exemplars for central nervous system regulation, fluid and electrolyte balance, metabolic regulation, nutrition, elimination, infection and pain. Foundational pharmacological concepts are also introduced during this course. Active learning strategies will support learners to explore the impact of chronic disease exacerbation on clients and their families. Learners will apply knowledge of clinical decision making to identify potential nursing assessments and management strategies required for safe client care. This course supports and integrally linked to the BSNC 2030 Nursing Practice 2.
Prerequisite(s)
Credits
4.0
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, the student will meet the following competencies:
Advocate
- Incorporates knowledge of the health disparities and inequities of at-risk populations and the contributions of nursing practice into nursing care to achieve positive health outcomes for clients
Decision Maker
- Draws on knowledge from nursing and other sciences, humanities, research, ethics, spirituality, relational practice and critical inquiry in the practice of nursing care
- Utilizes a decision making model to guide nursing care planning and delivery
Lifelong Learner
- Draws upon evidence-based resources to actively develop foundational nursing knowledge
Professional
- Recognizes and discusses personal biases and takes action to minimize the influence of positional power, personal values and beliefs on clients
Effective as of Winter 2022
Related Programs
Nursing Knowledge 2 (BSNC 2000) is offered as a part of the following programs:
School of Health Sciences
- Nursing
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Full-time
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