NURS 4630 - Advanced Medical Surgical Nursing

6 hrs

This course integrates previously learned professional nursing competencies in the care of a diverse adult population with advanced medical surgical disease processes. Analysis of previous knowledge and skills forms the foundation with the emphasis on the nurse as provider of patient-centered care, patient advocate, and professional member of an interdisciplinary health care team. Focus is on the application, analysis and synthesis of selected biophysical, psychosocial, and professional nursing concepts utilizing evidence based practice in the interventions and clinical decision making for patients and their families. Prerequisite(s): NURS 3210, NURS 3421, NURS 3423, NURS 3424, NURS 3425, NURS 3430, NURS 3622, NURS 3630, NURS 4348, NURS 4435, NURS 4442, and NURS 4535. Course Fee: Nursing Program Fee $475