ARN 150 - Fundamental Concepts of Medical-Surgical Nursing

3 Credits

This course provides basic physiology and pathophysiology of common diseases in adult and geriatric healthcare. Students will explore and utilize the nursing process to understand the etiology, clinical manifestations, diagnostic tests, treatments, and nursing interventions of multiple body systems. Emphasis will also be placed on the psychosocial, spiritual, and cultural needs of the adult patient, allowing the student to care for the patient in a holistic manner.

Prerequisites: BIOL 228/BIOL 228L