Variations in Health 4 (NURS 4004)
This course focuses on pathophysiology as it relates to acute disease and illness of clients across the lifespan, specifically the care of the client experiencing acute illness including nursing interventions and treatment options. Implications of the acute exacerbation of chronic illness will be addressed. Cultural diversity in healing practices will be explored as well as evidenced informed research and practice.
Course code: NURS 4004
Credits: 2.0
Tuition: $0*
Length: 51 hours
Course outline: viewhttps://www.vcc.ca/deptUploads/course-outlines/NURS-4004.pdf
Prerequisites
NURS 3006 - Consolidated Practice Experience 3Corequisites
NURS 4001 - Professional Communication 4; NURS 4002 - Professional Practice 4; NURS 4003 - Health Promotion 4; NURS 4005 - Integrated Nursing Practice 4
Schedule†
NURS 4004 schedule for programs:
- PNUD
Course dates and times may vary throughout the term. Select the CRN number below to see a full schedule.
| CRN # | Instructor | Dates | Day/Time | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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40024
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Cohen, Jason |
08-Jan-2020
to 18-Mar-2020 |
Wed | 8:00 a.m - 3:30 p.m | Cohen, Jason |
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60469
|
Gilbert, Julie |
05-Aug-2020
to 14-Oct-2020 |
Wed | 8:00 a.m - 3:30 p.m | Gilbert, Julie |
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43971
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06-Jan-2021
to 17-Mar-2021 |
Wed | 8:00 a.m - 3:30 p.m |
Schedule†
NURS 4004 schedule for programs:
- ACPD
Course dates and times may vary throughout the term. Select the CRN number below to see a full schedule.
| CRN # | Instructor | Dates | Day/Time | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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60483
|
06-May-2020
to 15-Jul-2020 |
Wed | 8:00 a.m - 11:30 a.m |
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Additional Information
What you will learn
- Physiological changes contributing to acute disease and illness across the lifespan
- Recognition and presentation of common acute disease and illness across the lifespan
- Nursing management of acute disease and illness according to body system: Integumentary, Cardiovascular, Respiratory, Musculoskeletal, Endocrine, Gastrointestinal, Genitourinary, Neurological, Sensory, Haematology
- Nursing management, including assessment (holistic assessment, data collection including lab values and diagnostics); pharmacology; identification of real/potential problems; nursing diagnoses; planning of specific nursing interventions; implementing culturally safe and culturally informed care; evaluation of care; collaborating with other members of the health care team; health promotion; client teaching.
- Therapeutic interventions and treatments including pharmacology
- Emergency pharmacology
- Traditional healing practices
How do I apply for this course?
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
* Fees are approximate and subject to change. Students are required to pay any applicable fee increases. Fees listed are for domestic students. For international programs, visit VCC International.
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.
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