Introduction to Emergency Nursing

This course introduces the emergency nurse to the provision of care in the emergency setting. The concepts of assessment of the emergency department patient and the initial prioritizing of care will be explored. The nursing and medical science related to emergencies will be discussed in detail. The theoretical concepts and knowledge gained will enable the emergency nurse to engage in discussions regarding the principles of emergency nursing for all systems. The content will be primarily oriented toward the adult patient. Reference to physiological changes throughout the age span including neonates, infants, pediatrics and geriatrics will be made when appropriate. It will have both theoretical and clinical components supported by classroom teaching.