HEALTH ALTERATIONS II – NUR 2221: 

Credit Hours: 3                                              Total Credit Hours: 48 Hours

Course Description:     This course is designed to provide the student with the knowledge necessary to implement the nursing process in patients with dysfunctions of the neurological, orthopedic, metabolic and endocrine systems, and for the patient with actual or potential impairment of skin integrity.  The focus is the pathophysiology, pharmacology, and psychiatric principles as they apply to this course.  The student will be responsible for principles in alteration in mobility, skin integrity, metabolic, and neurological functioning.  Concepts of rehabilitation will be emphasized.