NURS 453 - Nursing Care of the Individual III: Theory

(4 units) CO9

Uses critical analyses and clinical reasoning in caring for diverse individuals with complex acute disease processes. Focuses on professional nursing practice including accountability for care coordination and interprofessional collaboration. Reinforces safety and complication recognition.

Maximum units a student may earn: 4

Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Nursing major.

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 4
Offered: Every Fall and Spring

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. synthesize client data and presentation to prioritize care needs.
2. prioritize changes in client condition to optimize client outcomes.
3. develop an individualized plan that collaborates with the client and support systems to provide comprehensive safe care.
4. evaluate client response to plan of care to respond to immediate need for interventions.
5. use independent judgment to anticipate needs and provide safe care interventions.
6. recognize potential complications to anticipate interventions.
7. develop professional nursing practice and self-advocacy strategies.

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