4.00 Credits
Use of nursing process with clients across the lifespan experiencing chronic/rehabilitation needs. Focus on physiological, psychological, spiritual, developmental, and sociocultural dimensions. Process skills of critical thinking, communication, teaching, collaboration, change strategies, and self-development and the professional role of carer/helper, counselor, and advocate are integrated. Prerequisites: NURS 3430 and 3470; NURS 3020 or concurrent enrollment.