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
  1. Analyze the role of the professional nurse in intravenous therapy.
  2. Demonstrate proficiency in the practice of intravenous therapy.
  3. 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)