This course focuses on updating your knowledge and improving your competency in the care of patients with medical and or surgical conditions. The nurse plays a core and significant role in providing care for patients who have medical and or surgical conditions in the hospital. The course builds on your previous knowledge and experiences and hopes to see you improve the quality of care given to your patients.
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Everything you need to know about this course
Key areas covered in this course
Knowledge and skills recommended for success
Basic Anatomy and Physiology
Fundamentals of Nursing
Microbiology
💡 Don't have all requirements? Don't worry! Many students successfully complete this course with basic preparation and dedication.
How your progress will be evaluated (5 methods)
Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding
Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding
Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding
Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding
Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding
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Apply your skills in this growing field
Apply your skills in this growing field
Apply your skills in this growing field
Apply your skills in this growing field
Apply your skills in this growing field
Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge
A structured 13-week journey through the course content
This study schedule is in beta and may not be accurate. Please use it as a guide and consult the course outline for the most accurate information.
Expert tips to help you succeed in this course
Create detailed concept maps linking cardiovascular units (Module 1) to electrolyte balance (Module 4).
Practice interpreting liver function tests (LFTs) from Unit 1 of Module 4; focus on differentiating patterns in hepatitis vs. cirrhosis.
Develop mnemonics for memorizing the different types of hepatitis viruses (Unit 3, Module 1) and their transmission routes.
Review case studies involving gastrointestinal bleeding (Units 5-7, Module 3); focus on prioritizing nursing interventions.
Practice identifying key assessment findings for patients with intestinal obstruction (Unit 8, Module 3) and their implications for surgical management.
Create flashcards for common medications used in managing cardiovascular and gastrointestinal disorders; include mechanism of action and side effects.
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