Upon successful completion of NURS 276 the student will be able to:

1. Apply knowledge derived from the bio/psycho/social sciences, humanities, and nursing to achieve deliverative and competent decision-making that is grounded in evidence-based practice to achieve best practice outcomes.
2. Explore, through classroom discussion and use of information literacy skills, advances and trends in clinical nursing related to the following selected areas: a. alterations in cardiovascular system, b. alterations in respiratory system, c. alterations in neurological system, d. alterations in hepatic function, e. alterations in digestive system, f. alterations in integumentary system, g. alterations in endocrine system, h. alterations in elimination system.
3. Apply the steps of the nursing process in the classroom learning environment to organize the care of patients with multisystem disruptions leading to disruptions in bio/psycho/social/cultural and spiritual needs.
4. Explain the responsibilities of the nurse for commonly administered medications, nutritional therapies, and diagnostic tests used in the care of patients with multisystem disruptions.
5. Discuss legal and thical situations frequently encountered in the care of patients and families with complex multisystem disruptions.
6. Describe health maintenance and promotions needs of these patients.
7. Apply concepts of cultural awareness and cultural sensitivity to the care of patients with multisystem disruptions.
8. Comprehend and apply college level written material.
9. Utilize technology to access and present information.

Linkage of course to the Associate of Applied Sciences Degree Mission and Outcomes, Nursing Program Mission, Nursing Program Outcomes and General Education Outcomes.

Link to the Associate of Applied Sciences Degree Mission and Outcomes

The purpose of the Associate of Applied Science degree is to provide employment-related knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in a chosen field of study.

Students who complete programs in occupational areas are expected to demonstrate that they

1. Know subject area of the degree
2. Are able to acquire skills and perform tasks necessary for employment or career enhancement

Link to the Nursing Program Mission

The mission of the nursing program at Western Nevada College is to meet the nursing educational needs of the service area. The program prepares qualified students to function as entry-level registered nurses and transfer to higher degree programs.

Graduates are prepared to function in a variety of health care settings, providing culturally sensitive, holistic nursing care to individuals and families across the lifespan. The nursing faculty supports graduate competency in an evolving and complex health care environment by facilitating the students' development of clinical judgement, promoting professional behaviors, and fostering the value of lifelong learning.

Link to at least one Nursing Program Educational Outcome

Utilize the nursing process in a competent and caring manner to safely meet the bio/psycho/social/cultural and spiritual needs of patients across the lifespan in a variety of health care settings.

Integrate knowledge derived from the bio/psycho/social sciences, humanities, and nursing to achieve deliberative and competent decision-making that is grounded in evidence based practice to achieve best practice outcomes.

Apply concepts of cultural awareness, cultural sensitivity and respect for persons when working with diverse populations.

Link to at least one general education outcome

Have problem solving, creative, and critical thinking skills.

Have appropriate technological skills, including computer skills.