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Contribute to the plan of nursing care for clients undergoing surgery (peri-operative)
Assessment Strategies
oral, written or performance assessment
Criteria
apply principles of evidence-based practice when using the nursing process
identify the roles and responsibilities of the nurse in peri-operative care
identify the legal aspects of peri-operative care
identify lifespan considerations of the surgical client
apply principles of client-centered care when considering diversity of the client
apply therapeutic communication in the peri-operative setting
integrate common pharmacological and non-pharmacological measures for peri-operative care
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Contribute to the plan of nursing care for clients with alterations in the musculoskeletal system
Assessment Strategies
oral, written or performance assessment
Criteria
apply principles of evidence-based practice when using the nursing process
identify the roles and responsibilities of the nurse in caring for the client with musculoskeletal disorders (i.e. mobility)
explain the pathophysiology of musculoskeletal disorders
identify lifespan considerations of the client
apply principles of client-centered care when considering diversity of the client
consider use of common pharmacological and non-pharmacological measures for the client with musculoskeletal disorders
apply therapeutic communication in caring for the client with musculoskeletal disorders
interpret common laboratory and diagnostic tests
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Contribute to the plan of nursing care for clients with alterations in the cardiovascular system
Assessment Strategies
oral, written or performance assessment
Criteria
apply principles of evidence-based practice when using the nursing process
identify the roles and responsibilities of the nurse in caring for the client with cardiovascular disorders
explain the pathophysiology of cardiovascular disorders
identify lifespan considerations of the client
apply principles of client-centered care when considering diversity of the client
recognize the value of therapeutic communication in caring for the client with cardiovascular disorders
consider use of common pharmacological and non-pharmacological measures for the client with cardiovascular disorders
interpret common laboratory and diagnostic tests
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Contribute to the plan of nursing care for clients with alterations in the respiratory system
Assessment Strategies
oral, written or performance assessment
Criteria
apply principles of evidence-based practice when using the nursing process
identify the roles and responsibilities of the nurse in caring for the client with respiratory disorders
explain the pathophysiology of respiratory disorders
identify lifespan considerations of the client
apply principles of client-centered care when considering diversity of the client
apply therapeutic communication in caring for the client with respiratory disorders
integrate common pharmacological and non-pharmacological measures for the client with respiratory disorders
interpret common laboratory and diagnostic tests
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Contribute to the plan of nursing care for clients with alterations with autoimmune and malignancy disorders
Assessment Strategies
oral, written or performance assessment
Criteria
apply principles of evidence-based practice when using the nursing process
identify the roles and responsibilities of the nurse in caring for the client with autoimmune and malignancy disorders
explain the pathophysiology of autoimmune and malignancy disorders
identify lifespan considerations of the client
apply principles of client-centered care when considering diversity of the client
apply therapeutic communication in caring for the client with autoimmune and malignancy disorders
integrate pharmacological and non-pharmacological measures for the client with autoimmune and malignancy disorders
interpret common laboratory and diagnostic tests
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Contribute to the plan of nursing care for clients with alterations in hematology
Assessment Strategies
oral, written or performance assessment
Criteria
apply principles of evidence-based practice when using the nursing process
identify the roles and responsibilities of the nurse in caring for the client with hematology disorders
identify nursing responsibilities during the administration of blood products
explain the pathophysiology of hematology disorders
identify lifespan considerations of the client
apply principles of client-centered care when considering diversity of the client
apply therapeutic communication in caring for the client with hematology disorders
integrate pharmacological and non-pharmacological measures for the client with hematology disorders
interpret common laboratory and diagnostic tests
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Contribute to the plan of nursing care for clients with alterations of the nervous system
Assessment Strategies
oral, written or performance assessment
Criteria
apply principles of evidence-based practice when using the nursing process
identify the roles and responsibilities of the nurse in caring for the client with nervous system disorders
explain the pathophysiology of nervous system disorders
identify lifespan considerations of the client
apply principles of client-centered care when considering diversity of the client
apply therapeutic communication in caring for the client with nervous system disorders
integrate pharmacological and non-pharmacological measures for the client with nervous system disorders
interpret common laboratory and diagnostic tests
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Contribute to the plan of nursing care for clients with alterations of endocrine system
Assessment Strategies
oral, written or performance assessment
Criteria
apply principles of evidence-based practice when using the nursing process
identify the roles and responsibilities of the nurse in caring for the client with endocrine disorders
explain the pathophysiology of endocrine disorders
identify lifespan considerations of the client
apply principles of client-centered care when considering diversity of the client
apply therapeutic communication in caring for the client with endocrine disorders
integrate pharmacological and non-pharmacological measures for the client with endocrine disorders
interpret common laboratory and diagnostic tests
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Contribute to the plan of nursing care for clients with alterations of the gastrointestinal system
Assessment Strategies
oral, written or performance assessment
Criteria
apply principles of evidence-based practice when using the nursing process
identify the roles and responsibilities of the nurse in caring for the client with gastrointestinal disorders
explain the pathophysiology of the gastrointestinal system
identify lifespan considerations of the client
apply principles of client-centered care when considering diversity of the client
apply therapeutic communication in caring for the client with gastrointestinal disorders
integrate pharmacological and non-pharmacological measures for the client with gastrointestinal disorders
interpret common laboratory and diagnostic tests
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Contribute to the plan of nursing care for clients with alterations of the renal and urinary system
Assessment Strategies
oral, written or performance assessment
Criteria
apply principles of evidence-based practice when using the nursing process
identify the roles and responsibilities of the nurse in caring for the client with renal and urinary disorders
explain the pathophysiology of renal/urinary disorders
identify lifespan considerations of the client
apply principles of client-centered care when considering diversity of the client
apply therapeutic communication in caring for the client with renal/urinary disorders
integrate pharmacological and non-pharmacological measures for the client with renal and urinary disorders
interpret common laboratory and diagnostic tests
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Apply leadership principles to facilitate the transition from student to practicing nurse
Assessment Strategies
oral, written or performance assessment
Criteria
identify actions for obtaining a nursing credential
identify leadership styles and actions
identify conflict resolution strategies
identify principles of delegation and prioritization according to the Nurse Practice Act