Apr 19, 2024  
University of Alberta Calendar 2020-2021 
    
University of Alberta Calendar 2020-2021 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

NURS 518 - Advanced Health Assessment and Clinical Diagnostic Reasoning - Neonate


★ 3 (fi 6) (either term, 0-8C-3) The focus of this course is on the development of advanced assessment and diagnostic reasoning skills for common variations in the health status of neonates. Students will gain an understanding of advanced assessment and applied pathophysiology related to specific health problems for the neonate in emergent to chronic health care situations. Opportunities to apply clinical diagnostic reasoning skills and decision making required for the assessment of neonatal problems are provided through seminars, laboratory practice, and a clinical practicum. Corequisites: NURS 520 and NURS 522.