NURS 290 - Critical Care

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    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027
    Class Size
    25 students
    Difficulty
    6.8Demandingout of 10
    Credits
    1.5
    Prerequisite
    None
    Spring 2027 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course introduces students to critical care concepts and care of critically patients experiencing varied disorders. It discusses the relationship of pathophysiology to clinical manifestations that patients experience and the interventions the registered nurse needs to implement to improve patient outcomes. Topics include rhythm and 12 lead electrocardiogram (ECG) analysis and treatment, shock syndromes, medications used to maintain hemodynamic stability and perfusion, maintenance of artificial airways, and mechanical ventilation.
    Usually Held
    Tue 9:00am–12:50pm