Nursing Theory III

This course introduces the learner to the nursing process as it relates to diverse patients experiencing acute illnesses across the lifespan. The learner will develop nursing assessments and therapeutic nurse client relationship skills; propose priority nursing diagnoses; discuss patient centred goals and objectives; propose evidence informed nursing interventions (dependent, independent, and collaborative), and discuss expected outcomes. Using a case study approach, the learner will plan nursing care, relevant to acute illness, and while considering the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) "Three Factor Framework" (2018). Furthermore, this course will underscore the concept that some acute illnesses are secondary to existing chronic health challenges, apply relevant medical terminology, and highlight common promoting behaviours. This course will support the knowledge, skills, judgment, and nursing attitudes required during all simulation (scenarios) experiences that occur throughout the Practical Nursing program.

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