31-543-307Nursing Clinical Care Across the Lifespan
Course Information
Description
This clinical experience applies nursing concepts and therapeutic interventions to patients across the lifespan. It also provides an introduction to concepts of teaching and learning. Extending care to include the family is emphasized.
Total Credits
2
Course Competencies
  1. Integrate practical nursing identity reflecting integrity, responsibility, and nursing standards
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written and/or Skill Assessment
    Criteria
    practice within agency and school policies, state laws, industry standards and the ethical frameworks of nursing
    protect client rights and treat all individuals with dignity and respect
    practice professional behaviors
    demonstrate accountability for learning and client care
    examine practices consistent with evidence-based standards, policies, and procedures

  2. Communicate basic information using multiple sources in nursing practice
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written and/or Skill Assessment
    Criteria
    demonstrate appropriate verbal, non-verbal, and therapeutic communication strategies in basic client situations
    demonstrate communication strategies based on clients’ age, developmental level, disability and/or culture
    collect relevant data from health record and a variety of professional sources to provide client care
    provide accurate information to clients, instructor, and health care team
    document accurate, pertinent information in a timely manner using electronic or agency standard documentation systems
    use appropriate terminology, spelling, and grammar in all communications independently

  3. Utilize theoretical knowledge to participate in decision making
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written and/or Skill Assessment
    Criteria
    apply theoretical knowledge to assist in the care of clients and families
    maintain a questioning and open mind while providing care across the lifespan
    explore quality improvement strategies in the healthcare environment
    associate clients’ health status to assessment findings, medications, laboratory and diagnostic test results, pathophysiology, medical and nursing interventions

  4. Apply the nursing process to basic client care across diverse populations
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written and/or Skill Assessment
    Criteria
    collect client assessment data, including risk factors
    differentiate between relevant and irrelevant data to identify potential etiologies
    develop a plan of care based on client diversity and analysis of client data, including strategies for health promotion and risk reduction
    implement nursing interventions based on individual client needs under supervision
    assess achievement of client outcomes in collaboration with the supervisor

  5. Function as a healthcare team member to provide safe and effective care
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written and/or Skill Assessment
    Criteria
    identify and report real and potential safety concerns across the lifespan in a timely manner
    contribute to creating a cohesive work environment
    demonstrate flexibility in carrying out client care activities
    implement principles of delegation to meet client needs