NURS2455 - Advanced Intravenous Therapy
Credits
1 (0/1/0)
Description
This lab course focuses on the skills and management of intravenous therapy by the professional nurse. Emphasis is placed on safety, nursing judgment, evidence-based practice, quality improvement and patient-centered care.
Prerequisites
- BIOL2262
- BIOL2263
- CHEM1100
- Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support
- Current, clear Minnesota Department of Health criminal background check
- Current, clear national background check
- Experience as nursing assistant as guided by the generic ADN application packet
- NURS1415
- NURS1416
- NURS1426
- Up-to-date immunizations and health form
OR
Competencies
- Analyze the role of the professional nurse in intravenous therapy.
- Demonstrate proficiency in the practice of intravenous therapy.
- Demonstrate management of advanced parenteral therapies.
Degrees that use this course
Associate Degree Nursing
Associate of Science (AS)
LPN to Associate Degree Nursing Bridge
Associate of Science (AS)