Variations in Health 4 (NURS 4004)
This course focuses on pathophysiology as it relates to acute disease and illness of clients across the lifespan, specifically the care of the client experiencing acute illness including nursing interventions and treatment options. Implications of the acute exacerbation of chronic illness will be addressed. Cultural diversity in healing practices will be explored as well as evidenced informed research and practice.
Course code: NURS 4004
Credits: 2.0
Length: 51.0 hours
Course outline:
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Prerequisites
NURS 3006.Corequisites
NURS 4001, NURS 4002, NURS 4003, NURS 4005.
| CRN # | Dates | Day/Time/Location | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|
| 60210 | May 13, 2025 to July 23, 2025 | See full schedule Delivery: In Person Location: VCC Broadway Building B | Gallon, Ron |
Additional Information
- Physiological changes contributing to acute disease and illness across the lifespan
- Recognition and presentation of common acute disease and illness across the lifespan
- Nursing management of acute disease and illness according to body system: Integumentary, Cardiovascular, Respiratory, Musculoskeletal, Endocrine, Gastrointestinal, Genitourinary, Neurological, Sensory, Haematology
- Nursing management, including assessment (holistic assessment, data collection including lab values and diagnostics); pharmacology; identification of real/potential problems; nursing diagnoses; planning of specific nursing interventions; implementing culturally safe and culturally informed care; evaluation of care; collaborating with other members of the health care team; health promotion; client teaching.
- Therapeutic interventions and treatments including pharmacology
- Emergency pharmacology
- Traditional healing practices
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.