2022-2023 Yavapai College Catalog 
    
    Mar 29, 2024  
2022-2023 Yavapai College Catalog [PREVIOUS CATALOG YEAR]

NSG 272 - Application of Nursing Theory IV


Description: Analysis and synthesis of theory content to selected patients in acute care settings (including but not limited to critical care areas, medical/surgical/telemetry units, emergency department, obstetrics and pediatric units). Students are paired with a registered nurse preceptor while completing their capstone clinical experience in order to facilitate transition to practice. Integrates the QSEN competencies to include patient-centered care, teamwork and collaboration, evidence-based practice, quality improvement, safety and informatics.

Prerequisites: NSG 240 , NSG 242 , NSG 250 , NSG 260 

Corequisite: NSG 270 , NSG 280 

Credits: 4.5
Lecture: 0
Lab: 9

Course Content:
  1. Preceptorship preparation and hospital orientation
  2. Synthesis of theory content to selected patients during a capstone clinical practicum to facilitate transition to practice
  3. Application of advanced nursing skills to care for a variety of clients in acute care settings (i.e. critical care, emergency department, labor and delivery, pediatrics, medical/surgical, telemetry)
  4. Nursing care of the client experiencing actual or potential alterations in fluid and electrolytes, acid-base balance, shock, cardiovascular, respiratory, neurological function in a variety of clinical settings
  5. Application of principles of patient centered care, teamwork and collaboration, evidence-based practice, quality improvement, safety, and informatics in a variety of clinical settings
  6. Preparation for NCLEX-RN Licensure Exam through completion of capstone clinical experience and participation in an NCLEX review course

Learning Outcomes:
  1. Integrate the patient or designee as the source of control and full partner in providing compassionate and coordinated care in a variety of clinical locations during preceptorship based on respect for patient's preferences, values, and needs. (Patient-centered Care)(2-6)
  2. Collaborate with preceptor and inter-professional teams with open, respectful communication to participate in shared decision-making to achieve quality patient care. (Teamwork and Collaboration)(1-6)
  3. Analyze the strength and relevance of evidence related to current clinical practice guidelines and best practice in preparation of a poster board presentation. (Evidence-based Practice)(1-6)
  4. Discover how the role of the nurse influences outcomes for patients and families while reflecting on methods to improve personal practice. (Quality Improvement)(1-6)
  5. Explore human factors and other basic safety principles as well as commonly used unsafe practices (i.e. work arounds) to minimize the risk of harm to patients. (Safety)(1-6)
  6. Evaluate the use of the electronic health record as a means of information and technology to communicate, manage knowledge, mitigate error, and support decision making. (Informatics)(1-6)

Required Assessment:
  1. Healthcare setting observations, assignments, clinical evaluation tool