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Perform nursing care according to prioritized physiological and
psychosocial needs of the patient. (I-IV)
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Apply knowledge of pathophysiology and related nursing care principles
when caring for adults with selected acute and chronic problems.
(II-IV)
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Use effective therapeutic communication skills with patients,
families, and members of the health care team. (II-IV)
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Use the nursing process in caring for selected patients in the areas
of medical/surgical, gerontology, and psychiatric-mental health
nursing. (II-IV)
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Apply pharmacological theory when caring for selected patients.
(II-IV)
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Apply principles of nutrition and diet therapy when providing care to
adults in various settings. (II-IV)
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Implement patient and family teaching-learning plans based on
individual needs. (II-V)
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Demonstrate behaviors which reflect the professional, legal, and
ethical framework of nursing. (II-IV, VI)
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Describe the special needs of older adult patients. (III)
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Use the anxiety continuum when applying the nursing process to nursing
care. (IV)
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Use a computer to enhance knowledge of the nursing process and as an
aid in making decisions regarding care of patients. (VII)
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