Adult Health Nursing -I&II HEC Curriculum
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| Adult Health Nursing BScN 2nd Year Syllabus and Course Outline |
Subject Semester Hours
In the 136 Credit hour program ,the 8 theory Credit hours, 4theory, 3Clinical,1 Lab hours for both AHN I and AHN II there is no lab or clinical hours needed for this course.It belongs to Discipline Specific Course
Course Description
This course aimed to furnish learners with the knowledge and skills to care
for an adult patient admitted to the hospital with a disease condition. It
emphasizes on effective utilization of nursing process to provide care to
the client and facilitate them in restoration of optimum health. Assessment
Tool has been utilized for recognizing the responses towards disease
process on individuals and their families and plan care accordingly.
Specific nursing skills and procedures necessary to care for ill patients are
included. Learners are exposed to the variety of clinical settings to
integrate theory into practice under supervision.
Course Objectives
By the end of the course, the learners will be able to:
1. Discuss the disease process, medical and surgical management,
including patient’s education for client’s experiencing following
disorders:
a. Haematology Disorders
b. Immunological Disorders
c. Fluid, Electrolyte and Acid Base Balance and Imbalance
d. Cellular adaptation and aberrant cell growth
e. Gastrointestinal Disorders
f. Genitourinary Disorders
2. Discuss the purposes, indications and the nursing care of clients
undergoing medical, surgical and diagnostic procedures related to
the above-mentioned disorders.
3. Utilize nursing process when caring for adult clients and their
families related to above-mentioned disorders.
4. Integrate knowledge of pathophysiology, nutrition & pharmacology
for clients experiencing the above-mentioned disorders.
5. Begin to recognize the need for integrating research-based
information in the care of clients.
6. Demonstrate awareness of the importance of legal and ethical
issues in nursing practice.
AHN I
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UNIT I: Gastrointestinal Disorders: Review the anatomy and physiology of gastrointestinal system (GIT)+Discuss the causes, pathophysiology and manifestation of the following GIT disorders |
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Discuss the diagnostic, medical and surgical management of the below mentioned disorders |
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Apply nursing process including assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care provided to the clients with GIT disorders |
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Develop a teaching plan for a client experiencing disorders of the GIT |
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Disorders of mouth and esophagus:Stomatitis+Oral cancer/tumour |
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Salivary gland disorders |
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Gastro esophageal reflux disorder+Hiatal hernia |
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Achalasia+Diverticula |
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Esophageal cancer/tumor |
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Disorders of stomach Gastritis+Ulcer disease |
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Gastric carcinoma |
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Disorders of small and large intestine: Irritable bowel syndrome+Hernias+Intestinal obstruction |
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Hemorrhoids+Colorectal cancer+Appendicitis |
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Peritonitis+Ulcerative colitis+Chron’s disease |
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Anorectal abscess+Anal fissure+Anal fistula |
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Alteration in hepatobiliary system: |
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Pancreatitis+Pancreatic pseudocyst/abscess |
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Pancreatic carcinoma |
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Hepatic abscess+Cancer of liver+Cirrhosis of liver |
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Cholecystitis+Cholilithiasis |
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Cancer of gall bladder |
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UNIT II: Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid Base Balance & Imbalances Analyze the client’s status on the basis of physical examination findings+Identify clients at risk for fluid imbalances, acidosis and alkalosis |
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Use laboratory data and clinical manifestations to determine the presence of fluid imbalances, acidosis and alkalosis. |
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Apply appropriate nursing techniques to the client with fluid volume deficit and excess and acidosis and alkalosis |
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Develop a teaching plan to prevent above mentioned problems. |
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Fluid volume excess+Fluid volume deficit |
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Respiratory Acidosis and Alkalosis |
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Metabolic Acidosis and Alkalosis |
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UNIT III: Genitourinary Tract (Gut) Disorders Review the anatomy& physiology of GUT+Discuss the causes, pathophysiology and manifestation of the following GUT disorders |
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Discuss the diagnostic, medical and surgical management.Apply nursing process including assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care provided to the clients with genitourinary disorders.Develop a teaching plan for a client experiencing disorders of the genitourinary:Urinary tract infections+Renal abscess & tuberculosis |
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Glomerulunephritis (immunologic disorder)+Urethral strictures, hydroureter and hydronephrosis |
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Urinary incontinence/ Retention & Urinary Calculi |
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Acute & Chronic Renal failure |
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Urinary Bladder and Renal cell carcinoma |
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UNIT IV: Reproductive Disorders Female Reproductive Disorders:Review the anatomy & physiology of female reproductive system+Discuss the function of the supporting ligaments and pelvic floor muscles in maintaining the position of the pelvic organs |
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Discuss the alteration in estrogen and progesterone levels as a cause of dysfunctional menstrual cycle.Discuss the causes, pathophysiology and manifestation of the following female reproductive disorders.Discuss the diagnostic, medical and surgical management of the below mentioned disorders.Apply nursing process including assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care provided to the clients with reproductive disorders.Develop a teaching plan for a client experiencing disorders of the reproductive system :Reproductive tract Infections |
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Menstrual Disorders+Dysfunctional uterine bleeding |
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Menopause+Endometriosis |
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Pelvic inflammatory disease+Uterine prolapse |
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Cystocele+Rectocele |
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Fistulas+Infertility |
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Ectopic Pregnancy+Abortion |
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Hydatidiform mole+Ovarian cyst |
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Ovarian tumor and cancer |
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Uterine tumor/ fibroids +Breast cancer |
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Male Reproductive Disorders:Discuss the structure & function of male reproductive system.Discuss the causes, pathophysiology and manifestation of the following male reproductive disorders.Discuss the diagnostic, medical and surgical management of the below mentioned disorders.Apply nursing process including assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care provided to the clients with male reproductive disorder. Develop a teaching plan for a client experiencing disorders.f the reproductive system :Benign prostate hypertrophy+Erectile dysfunction |
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Prostate and testicular cancer |
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Infertility in male |
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UNIT V: Haematology Disorders Discus the causes, manifestations and associated mechanisms of anemia |
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Describe the pathogenesis of hemolytic disease of the newborn |
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Discuss the lymph proliferative disorders associated with Hodgkin disease and non-Hodgkin’s lymphomas+Discuss the mechanism of drugs induced and idiopathic thrombocytopenia |
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Discuss the diagnostic, medical and surgical management of the below mentioned disorders+Apply nursing process including assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care provided to the clients with hematological disorders |
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Develop a teaching plan for a client experiencing disorders of the hematology:Sickle cell anaemia.+Immunohemolytic Anaemia |
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Iron deficiency anaemia +Vitamin B12 deficiency anaemia |
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Folic acid deficiency anaemia+Aplastic anaemia |
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Polycythemia |
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Leukemia +Hodgkin disease & Non Hodgkin lymphoma |
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Autoimmune and thrombotic Thrombocytopenic purpura+DIC |
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UNIT VI: Cellular Adaptation & Aberrant Cell Growth Identify the goals of cancer therapy |
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Discuss different treatment modalities available for Cancer |
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Discuss chemotherapy and radiation therapy, their types, indication, side effects and nursing care |
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Discuss different types of cancer surgeries and nursing care of patients undergoing cancer surgery. |
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Discuss end of life care (palliative and hospice care. |
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UNIT VI: Immunological Disorders Discuss Immunologic disorders |
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Discuss the diagnostic, medical and surgical management of the below mentioned disorders |
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Apply nursing process including assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care provided to the clients with immunological disorders.Develop a teaching plan for a client experiencing disorders of the immunology:HIV/ AIDS |
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Hypersensitivity and autoimmunity disorders |
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UNIT I: Orthopedic Nursing Relate the normal anatomy and physiology of the musculo-skeletal system to alterations of normal structures and functions |
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Display the ability to assist in carrying out diagnostic procedures related to the musculo-skeletal system and also recognizes and reports the abnormalities in the results. |
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Identify the needs of the client, with different types of tractions and amputation+Use nursing concepts in identifying potential complications associated with musculo-skeletal disorders.Utilize nursing process in delivering care, promoting and maintaining the optimal wellness of clients with musculo-skeletal disorders.Understands and performs Neuro-Muscular assessment independently on patients having musculo-skeleton disorder.Demonstrate pre and post operative nursing care in patients with Musculo-skeletal surgeries. Soft tissue injury+Fracture.+Amputation. |
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Paget’s disease and Gout |
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Osteomylitis+Osteoarthritis |
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Osteoperosis+Rheumatoid Arthritis |
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Bone tumors+Tuberculosis |
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UNIT II: Endocrine Nursing Identify pathogenesis and manifestations of the acute and chronic complications of diabetes mellitus. Assess: Hypo and Hyperglycemic conditions. Discuss the medical and pharmacological treatment for a diabetic client. |
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Discuss the purpose and plan of diet for diabetic clients. Describe the nursing management of a newly diagnosed diabetic client. |
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Describe the nursing management of a diabetic client who has Ketoacidosis, Hypoglycemia, and who is undergoing surgery |
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The psychological impact of diabetes mellitus on the client and his family. The nursing responsibilities in the long-term management of the diabetic client. Demonstrates understanding of medical and surgical management of patients with thyroid disorders. |
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Describe pre and post-operative care of thyroidectomy. Identify potential complications of thyroid disorders and describe appropriate measures in that regard. |
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Explain the complications of thyroidectomy. Treatment modalities of patients with parathyroid disorders. |
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Utilize nursing process in provision of care to patients with disorders of parathyroid gland. Integrate the disorders associated with adrenal cortex and medulla. Describe treatment modalities of patients with adrenal gland disorders. Utilize the nursing process in the provision of care to patients with adrenal gland disorder. Review effects and side effects of gluco-corticoid therapy and plan client teaching accordingly. Explain the systemic effects of short and long term use of corticosteroid therapy. |
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UNIT III: Neurological Nursing Increased ICP (Intra cranial pressure) and Head Injury Review anatomy and physiology of brain and its protective structures. Differentiate between primary and secondary head injuries and demonstrate an understanding of the related pathophysiology. Anticipate major complications that may result from head injuries. Utilize nursing process in caring for a patient, with head injury. |
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Spinal Cord Injury Review basic anatomy and physiology of spinal cord and its protective structures. Various mechanisms of injury that may be involved in spinal cord injury. Relate pathophysiological changes that take place after a partial or complete cord transaction. Identify life threatening complications that may result from spinal cord injury. Appreciate the need for prompt interventions in case of a patient with spinal shock and autonomic dysreflexia. Describe the nursing care of a patient with spinal cord injury in an emergency and acute care setting. Rehabilitative needs of patients with Spinal cord injury. Identify the causes and mechanism of injury involved in intervertebral disc herniation. Describe the role of nurses in surgical and non-surgical management of a patient with intervertebral disc herniation. Discuss the importance of maintaining proper body mechanics in preventing intervertebral disc herniation. |
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Cerebro Vasular Accident (CVA) Utilize nursing process in caring for the patient with CVA. Infections/Inflammations of CNS (Central Nervous System) Meningitis/ Encephalitis/ Brain abscess Describe alterations in intracranial dynamics resulting from infectious disorders of Central Nervous System (CNS). Differentiate between the etiology, manifestations and diagnostic markers of meningitis, encephalitis and brain abscess. |
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Discuss the pharmacological and nursing management of patients with inflammations and infections of CNS. |
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Epilepsy/Seizures Use nursing process to provide care to patients with various seizures disorders. Demonstrate an understanding of the side effects and nursing care of some common antiepileptic drugs. Appreciate the psychological effects of epilepsy for a patient and family. |
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Disorders of Neuromuscular Transmission. Myasthenia Gravis (MG)/Gullien Barrie Syndrome (GBS) (Tutorial) Relate the normal physiology of neuro-muscular transmission to the pathophysiological mechanisms involved in GBS and MG. Distinguish the signs and symptoms of MG and GBS. Describe nurses’ role in caring for patients undergoing diagnostic procedures to rule out MG and GBS. |
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Identify major complications associated with Myasthenic Crises and Cholinergic Crisis. Utilize effective nursing process in caring for patients with neuromuscular transmission disorder. |
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Pain and painful disorders related to nervous system. This unit focuses on the etiology, Pathophysiology, manifestations and nursing care of a patient with headache and facial pain. |
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1. Trigeminal Neuralgia Review the basic anatomy of trigeminal nerve and its main division. Explain the etiology and Pathophysiology of trigeminal neuralgia. Recognize the clinical manifestations of trigeminal neuralgia. Identify the diagnostic techniques used to rule out the above disorder. Explain medical and surgical management of the same. Utilized nursing process in providing care and teaching to a patient with trigeminal neuralgia. |
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2. Migraine / Headache. Classify the various types of headaches according to their etiology and pathophysiology. Describe dietary and other precipitants of migraine headache. Explain the pharmacological and symptomatic treatment used for patients with various types of headaches. Describe nursing responsibilities in caring and teaching of a patient with headaches. |
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Chronic Neurological Disorders Parkinson’s disease Discuss the medical surgical management. Utilized nursing process to extend care to a patient with Parkinson’s disease. Appreciate patient and family needs for teaching and home management. |
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2. Alzheimer’s Disease Define Alzheimer ’s disease. Discuss its etiology and pathophysiology Identify signs and symptoms exhibited by patient with Alzheimer’s disease Appreciate the social and psychological sequel for patient with Alzheimer’s disease. |
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3.Brain damage and special states of altered consciousness. Various causes of Brain damage classified as: Anoxia/Hypoxia and perfusion failure. The pathophysiological mechanism of anoxic and ischemic brain injury General signs and symptoms manifested by a patient with brain damage. Demonstrate an understanding of special states of altered consciousness: Persistent vegetative state locked in syndrome and brain stem death. Discuss the essential state involved in brain stem death criteria. Discuss general nursing interventions and ethical |
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UNIT IV: Cardiovascular Disorders: Review the anatomy& physiology of cardiovascular system. The causes, Pathophysiology and manifestation of the following cardiovascular disorders The diagnostic, medical and surgical management of the below mentioned disorders |
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Basic ECG (Electro Cardiogram) interpretation Apply nursing process including assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care provided to the clients with cardiovascular disorders Develop a teaching plan for a client experiencing disorders of the cardiovascular and lymphatic system . |
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A. Disorders of the Arterial circulation Atherosclerosis and Aneurysm Review the anatomy & physiology of blood vessels Use Poiseulle’s & Laplace’s laws to explain the factors affecting blood flow Discuss the role of low density lipoprotein in terms of lipid transport and development of atherosclerosis |
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List risk factor in atherosclerosis Describe the mechanisms involved in the development of atherosclerosis Discuss the causes and mechanisms involved in the development of aneurysm |
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Differentiate among Berry’s, aortic and dissecting aneurysm Discuss medical, surgical and nursing management of patients. |
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B Disorders of the venous circulation: Varicose veins and venous thrombosis The factors assisting venous return of blood from lower extremities. The relation of muscle pump and the effects of gravity in the development of varicose vein |
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The risk factors and manifestation associated with venous thrombosis Medical, surgical and nursing management of patients with disorders in venous circulation |
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C. Alteration in blood pressure: Hypertension Define hypertension The role of cardiac output and peripheral vascular resistance in the mechanism of hypertension |
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The risk factors contributing in the development of hypertension Pathophysiology and clinical manifestations of HTN (hypertension) Medical and nursing management of patients with HTN. |
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D. Alteration in cardiac function: Infectious disorders: Pericardiatis, Myocardiatis and Endocardiatis: The anatomy & physiology of pericardium, myocardium & endocardium |
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The causes, pathophysiology and manifestation of pericardiatis, myocardiatis and endocardiatis. The causes, pathophysiology and manifestation of cardiomyopathies. Medical, surgical and nursing management of patients with alterations in cardiac infections and myopathies. |
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E. Coronary heart diseases: Blood flow in the coronary circulation and relate if to the metabolic needs of the heart The pathophysiological changes and clinical manifestation in patients with Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) |
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Myocardial ischemia (angina & its types) |
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Myocardial infarction Discuss medical, surgical and nursing management of patients suffering from coronary artery diseases. |
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F. Valvular disorders: The alteration in hemodynamic function of the heart that occurs with valvular disease Differentiate the effects of stenotic and regurgitant mitral & aortic valvular heart disease on cardiovascular function. |
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G. Heart failure: Discuss the factors effecting cardiac performance in the light of Frank starling law i.e. pre load, after load and cardiac contractility Describe the pathological mechanism underlying the manifestation of congestive heart failure |
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Differentiate between: Systolic versus diastolic failure Right side versus left side failure |
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Discuss the clinical manifestation of congestive heart failure Discuss medical, surgical and nursing management of patients with heart failure |
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H. Disorders of Cardiac Conduction and Rhythm: The anatomy & physiology of cardiac conduction system The electrical activity of the conduction system on an Electrocardiography (ECG) tracing. Describe the mechanism for dysrhythmia generation |
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The different types of dysrhythmias. Various heart blocks Medical, surgical and nursing management of patients with disorders of cardiac conduction and rhythm. |
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Heart Blocks and Pacemaker The different kinds of heart blocks. The care of clients with temporary and permanent pacemaker |
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UNIT V: Pulmonary Nursing The anatomy & physiology of upper respiratory tract The causes, Pathophysiology and manifestation of the following respiratory tract disorders Discuss the diagnostic, medical and surgical management of the below mentioned disorders |
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Apply nursing process including assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care provided to the clients with respiratory disorders Teaching plan for a client experiencing disorders of the respiratory tract. |
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Upper respiratory tract infections: Sinusitis Pharyngitis Tonsillitis |
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Lower respiratory tract infections: Influenza Pneumonia Pulmonary T.B ( tuberculosis) |
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Lung Abscess Distress Syndrome Chest trauma |
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Obstructive lung diseases: Asthma COPD ( Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) Lung cancer Acute Respiratory failure Acute Respiratory |
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UNIT VI: Eye and ENT Nursing Otitis media and Mastoiditis/Meinere’s Disease . Review anatomy and physiology of External and Middle ear. Differentiate between Otitis Externa and Otitis media. Discuss the measures to prevent the spread of infection from the middle ear to the Mastoid process. Utilize nursing process while caring for patients with Otitis Media. 100 |
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Epistaxis and Deviated Nasal Septum. Review the anatomy and physiology of nose. Discuss the nursing care of patients with deviated nasal septum. Explain the emergency care of a patient with epistaxis. |
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Tonsillitis. Review the anatomy and physiology of throat. Discuss the important nursing care of a patient with tonsillitis. Identify the signs and symptoms of tonsillitis. |
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Discuss the criteria for tonsillectomy. Utilize nursing process for a patient undergoing surgery. |
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Laryngitis. Explain the important nursing care of a patient with laryngitis. Utilize nursing process while caring for patient with a patient undergoing laryngectomy. Describe the speech therapy and resources available in the country for speech therapy after laryngectomy. |
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Infections/Inflammations of the eye. Review anatomy and physiology of eye. Differentiate between the sign and symptoms of different eye infections. 101 Utilize nursing process while caring for patients with different infections. Discuss different medical treatment for Blephaaritis, Hordeolum, Chalazia Trachoma and conjunctivitis. |
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Glaucoma/Retinal Detachment. Identify the causes of Glaucoma. Describe different diagnostic procedures and signs and symptoms present in a person with Glaucoma. Utilize the nursing process while taking care of a patient with Glaucoma. |
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Discuss different causes of retinal detachment. Explain the signs and symptoms a person would develop after having a detached retina. Describe the role of nurses in caring for patients with detached retina. |
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Cataract Identify the causes of cataract. Utilize nursing process while caring for patient with cataract. Discuss the role of nurses in helping patients after surgical interventions. Explain home care of a patient with surgical interventions. |
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Burns Define burns. Discuss problems of impaired skin integrity. Describe various types of burns and their causative agents. |
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Demonstrate an understanding of the commonly used drugs in the management of cardiac arrest. Describe the complications of Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). |
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Classify the size and depth of a burn. Demonstrate understanding of the Pathophysiology of a major burns injury. |
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Discuss the nursing care of a burn-injured patient in immediate post-burn period. Demonstrate a basic understanding of the management of cardiac arrest in an in-patient care setting. |
CLINICAL OBJECTIVES
During medical/surgical rotation learners are expected to apply the nursing
process and critical thinking in delivering holistic nursing care to the clients
with Oncological, Hematological, Immunological, Gastrointestinal and
Genitourinary Disorders. Learners will utilize recommended assessment
tools for clients’ assessment during clinical.
1. Utilize the nursing process in providing care to the sick adult in the
hospital.
a) Collect data from the client and family, nursing kardex, patient’s
charts, nursing notes and health team members.
b) Integrate the knowledge of diagnostic tests in the process of data
collection.
c) Collect data necessary to determine nursing care needs of the
patient
d) Set priority or needs for nursing care.
e) Develop a plan to meet the identified nursing needs of a client
f) Adults the plan of care as necessary.
2. Use a sound knowledge base in proving nursing care to adults in the
hospital.
3. Apply scientific principles in providing nursing care of adults.
4. Identify the effects of sickness and hospitalization of adults and their
families.
5. Identify and plan out nursing intervention to meet the physiological and
psychosocial and spiritual needs of the clients and families.
6. Implement care according to priority order.
7. Provide perioperative nursing care to client undergoing surgery.
8. Evaluate the expected outcomes and revise the nursing care plan on
an ongoing basis.
9. Provide for the comfort and safety of adults in the hospital
10. Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively with the patient and
/or the family
Communicate effectively with patient using verbal and non-verbal
methods
Explain nursing actions appropriately to the patient or family
Carry out nursing procedure safely and correctly
Use correct procedures
Ensure patient safety
Perform skills with dexterity
Maintain accurate records and reports
a. Record comprehensive patient data
b. Report the significant patient data to appropriate personnel
11. Assess, plan, implement and evaluate health teaching related to
medical and surgical conditions of patients.
12. Integrate theoretical knowledge and participate in care of clients
undergoing following diagnostic procedures:
a. Upper and lower GI (Gastro Intestinal) endoscopies
b. Ultrasound
c. Barium studies
d. Biopsy (liver)
e. Cystoscopy
f. Paracenthesis
g. CT( Computed Tomography) scan
h. Pathological Lab test
i. IVP ( Intravenous pyelography)
j. X- rays
k. Gastric analysis
13. Integrate knowledge of pathophysiology, nutrition & pharmacology for
clients experiencing the various disorders.
14. Begin to recognize the need for integrating research-based
information in the care of clients
15. Demonstrate awareness of the importance of legal and ethical issues
in nursing practice
16. Demonstrate the role of a nurse as a health educator.
Clinical skills checklist
IV medication
Tube feeding and insertion
Catheterization
Ostomy care
ADULT HEALTH NURSING-II
This course provides opportunities to learners to give safe & competent
care for patients with various cardiovascular, respiratory, endocrine,
musculoskeletal, Neurological and ENT disorders. They are assisted in
development of critical thinking and nursing judgment while caring for a
wide variety of patients including those who require long term care with
emphasis on patient teaching and discharge planning.
Course Objectives
At the end of the Adult Health Nursing II, the learners will be able to:
1. Demonstrate an ability to utilize nursing process in extending holistic
care to adult patients with a variety of Cardiovascular, Respiratory,
Endocrine, Musculo-skeletal, Neurological and ENT (Ear, Nose and
Throat) related disorders.
2. Describe the risk factors, etiology, signs & symptoms and integrate
Pathophysiology of various disease processes using a nursing
framework, (Functional Health pattern) to assess patient’s needs and
problems.
3. Discuss the need of using relevant research findings in designing
appropriate nursing care for the patients.
4. Demonstrate an awareness of legal and ethical standards in caring for
patients with various disorders in a variety of acute and intermediate
care settings.
AHN II
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UNIT I: Orthopedic Nursing Relate the normal anatomy and physiology of the musculo-skeletal |
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Display the ability to assist in carrying out diagnostic |
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Identify the needs of the client, with different types of |
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Paget’s disease and Gout |
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Osteomylitis+Osteoarthritis |
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Osteoperosis+Rheumatoid Arthritis |
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Bone |
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UNIT II: Endocrine Nursing Identify pathogenesis and manifestations of the acute and chronic Assess: Hypo and Hyperglycemic conditions. Discuss the medical and pharmacological treatment for a diabetic |
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Discuss the purpose and plan of diet for diabetic clients. Describe the nursing management of a newly diagnosed diabetic |
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10. |
Describe the nursing management of a diabetic client who has |
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11. |
The psychological impact of diabetes mellitus on the client and The nursing responsibilities in the long-term management of the Demonstrates understanding of medical and surgical management of |
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Describe pre and post-operative care of thyroidectomy. Identify potential complications of thyroid disorders and |
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Explain the complications of thyroidectomy. Treatment modalities of patients with parathyroid disorders. |
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Utilize nursing process in provision of care to patients with Describe treatment modalities of patients with adrenal gland Utilize the nursing process in the provision of care to patients Review effects and side effects of gluco-corticoid therapy and Explain |
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UNIT III: Neurological Nursing Increased ICP (Intra cranial pressure) and Head Injury Review Differentiate between primary and secondary head injuries and Anticipate major complications that may result from head Utilize |
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Spinal Cord Injury Review basic anatomy and physiology of spinal cord and its Various mechanisms of injury that may be involved in spinal cord Relate pathophysiological changes that take place after a partial Identify life threatening complications that may result from Appreciate the need for prompt interventions in case of a patient Describe the nursing care of a patient with spinal cord injury in Rehabilitative needs of patients with Spinal cord injury. Identify the causes and mechanism of injury involved in intervertebral Describe the role of nurses in surgical and non-surgical Discuss |
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Cerebro Vasular Accident (CVA) Utilize nursing process in caring for the patient with CVA. Infections/Inflammations of CNS (Central Nervous Meningitis/ Encephalitis/ Brain abscess Describe alterations in intracranial dynamics Differentiate between the etiology, |
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Discuss the pharmacological and nursing management of |
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Epilepsy/Seizures Use nursing process to provide care to patients Demonstrate an understanding of the side effects Appreciate the psychological effects of epilepsy for a |
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Disorders of Neuromuscular Transmission. Myasthenia Gravis (MG)/Gullien Barrie Syndrome Relate the normal physiology of neuro-muscular Distinguish the signs and symptoms of MG and Describe nurses’ role in caring for patients |
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Identify major complications associated with Utilize effective nursing process in caring for patients |
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Pain and painful disorders related to nervous This unit focuses on the etiology, Pathophysiology, |
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1. Trigeminal Neuralgia Review the basic anatomy of trigeminal nerve and Explain the etiology and Pathophysiology of Recognize the clinical manifestations of Identify the diagnostic techniques used to rule Explain medical and surgical management of the Utilized nursing process in providing care and teaching to |
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2. Migraine / Headache. Classify the various types of headaches according to their Describe dietary and other precipitants of Explain the pharmacological and symptomatic Describe nursing responsibilities in caring and teaching of |
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25. |
Chronic Neurological Disorders Parkinson’s disease Discuss the medical surgical management. Utilized nursing process to extend care to a Appreciate patient and family needs for teaching and home |
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2. Alzheimer’s Disease Define Alzheimer ’s disease. Discuss its etiology and pathophysiology Identify signs and symptoms exhibited by patient Appreciate the social and psychological sequel for patient |
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3.Brain damage and special states of altered Various causes of Brain damage classified as: The pathophysiological mechanism of anoxic and General signs and symptoms manifested by a Demonstrate an understanding of special states Discuss the essential state involved in brain Discuss general nursing interventions and |
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UNIT IV: Cardiovascular Disorders: Review The The |
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Basic Apply Develop |
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A. Disorders of the Arterial circulation Atherosclerosis and Aneurysm Review the anatomy & physiology of blood vessels Use Poiseulle’s & Laplace’s laws to explain the factors Discuss the role of low density lipoprotein in terms of lipid |
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List Describe the mechanisms involved in the development of Discuss the causes and mechanisms involved in |
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Differentiate among Berry’s, aortic and Discuss medical, surgical and nursing management of |
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B Disorders of the venous circulation: Varicose veins and venous thrombosis The factors assisting venous return of blood The relation of muscle pump and the effects of |
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The risk factors and manifestation associated Medical, surgical and nursing management of patients with |
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C. Alteration in blood pressure: Hypertension Define hypertension The role of cardiac output and peripheral vascular |
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The risk factors contributing in the development of Pathophysiology and clinical manifestations of HTN Medical and nursing management of patients with HTN. |
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D. Alteration in cardiac function: Infectious disorders: Pericardiatis, Myocardiatis and The anatomy & physiology of pericardium, |
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The causes, pathophysiology and manifestation of The causes, pathophysiology and manifestation of Medical, surgical and nursing management of patients with |
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E. Coronary heart diseases: Blood flow in the coronary circulation and relate if to the The pathophysiological changes and clinical manifestation |
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Myocardial ischemia (angina & its types) |
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Myocardial infarction Discuss medical, surgical and nursing management of |
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F. Valvular disorders: The alteration in hemodynamic function of the heart that Differentiate the effects of stenotic and regurgitant |
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G. Heart failure: Discuss the factors effecting cardiac performance in the Describe the pathological mechanism underlying the manifestation |
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Differentiate between: Systolic versus diastolic failure Right side versus left side failure |
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Discuss the clinical manifestation of congestive heart Discuss medical, surgical and nursing management of |
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H. Disorders of Cardiac Conduction and Rhythm: The anatomy & physiology of cardiac conduction system The electrical activity of the conduction system on an Describe the mechanism for dysrhythmia generation |
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The different types of dysrhythmias. Various heart blocks Medical, surgical and nursing management of patients with |
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Heart Blocks and Pacemaker The The |
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UNIT V: Pulmonary Nursing The anatomy & physiology of upper respiratory tract The causes, Pathophysiology and manifestation of the following Discuss the diagnostic, medical and surgical management of the |
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Apply nursing process including assessment, planning, Teaching |
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Upper respiratory tract infections: Sinusitis Pharyngitis Tonsillitis |
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Lower respiratory tract infections: Influenza Pneumonia Pulmonary T.B ( tuberculosis) |
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Lung Abscess Distress Syndrome Chest |
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Obstructive lung diseases: Asthma COPD ( Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) Lung cancer Acute Respiratory failure Acute |
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UNIT VI: Eye and ENT Nursing Otitis media and Mastoiditis/Meinere’s Disease . Review Differentiate Discuss Utilize |
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Epistaxis and Review the anatomy and physiology of nose. Discuss the nursing care of patients with deviated nasal Explain the emergency care of a patient with epistaxis. |
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Tonsillitis. Review the anatomy and physiology of throat. Discuss the important nursing care of a patient with Identify the signs and symptoms of tonsillitis. |
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Discuss the criteria for tonsillectomy. Utilize nursing process for a patient undergoing surgery. |
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Laryngitis. Explain the important nursing care of a patient with Utilize nursing process while caring for patient with a Describe the speech therapy and resources available in the |
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Infections/Inflammations of the eye. Review anatomy and physiology of eye. Differentiate between the sign and symptoms of different Utilize nursing Discuss different medical treatment for Blephaaritis, |
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Glaucoma/Retinal Detachment. Identify the causes of Glaucoma. Describe different diagnostic procedures and Utilize the nursing process while taking care of |
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Discuss different causes of retinal detachment. Explain the signs and symptoms a person would Describe the role of nurses in caring for patients with |
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Cataract Identify the causes of cataract. Utilize nursing process while caring for patient Discuss the role of nurses in helping patients Explain home care of a patient with surgical interventions. |
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Burns Define burns. Discuss problems of impaired skin integrity. Describe various types of burns and their |
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Demonstrate an understanding of the commonly Describe |
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Classify the size and depth of a burn. Demonstrate understanding of the Pathophysiology of a major |
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Discuss the nursing care of a burn-injured Demonstrate a basic understanding of the |
Clinical Objectives AHN
nursing care to clients with various medical/surgical conditions in
institutions and communities.
units.
humanities, natural and behavioral sciences while providing nursing
care to clients.
nursing care.
clients with Endocrine, Cardio vascular, Respiratory, ENT, Neurological
and Orthopedic disorders.
surgical disorders.
delivery of care for the patients.
in collaboration with other health team members.
maintain optimum wellness of adult clients.
tests/examinations:
provided to the clients.
SPECIFIC CLINICAL OBJECTIVES
carried out for clients.
and their families during hospitalization and surgery.
confronted with trauma, illness, and death and dying.
mobilizer and CPM
b) Demonstrate pre and post operative nursing care in patients
with Musculokeletal surgeries.
the abnormal rhythms.
triage.
from other units.
effectiveness and implications of using below knee or thigh length
graduated compression stocking. (Vol. 30). Heart and lung 277-284.
nursing process. Philadelphia: Davis.