Recent SemestersFall 2026, Spring 2026Class Size30 studentsCredits2PrerequisitePrerequisite: NSG 18, NSG 21, NSG 22, NSG 23, NSG 24, NSG 28 Corequisite: NSG 31, NSG 35, NSG 36, NSG 37 Transfers ToCSUDescriptionThis course provides an introduction to nursing care related to clients in the preoperative, intraoperative and postoperative phases of surgical care. Implications of fluid and electrolyte imbalances and infection control during surgery are also addressed. Included is a focused study of the teaching needs of clients and families in perioperative settings. Development of client education skills, awareness of barriers to client learning, and a review of adult learning styles is included. Medications used during each phase of the perioperative process is addressed. Graded only.Usually HeldTue 12:00pm–1:50pm, Wed 12:00pm–1:50pm 