Common Physiological conditions in mental health for RPN (PNRS 115)

This online intensive, self-study course starts with a review of the nursing process and the health care of seniors. The remainder of the course covers the nursing care of adults with the following disorders and conditions: neurological, cardiovascular, respiratory, musculoskeletal, gastro-intestinal, endocrine, urinary, cancer, sexually transmitted infections, and HIV infection. Specific conditions addressed include: seizure disorders, Parkinson’s, multiple sclerosis, brain injuries, CVA, hypertension, coronary artery disease, myocardial infarction, congestive heart failure, C.O.P.D., TB, fractures, degenerative joint disease, rheumatoid arthritis, gastritis, peptic ulcer disease, chronic inflammatory bowel disease, hepatitis, biliary and pancreatic disorders, diabetes and thyroid disorders, cystitis, pyelonephritis, glomerulonephritis, breast and prostate cancer, specific sexually transmitted infections and AIDS.

RNs and RPNs may register for specific professional development purposes, or as part of the Psychiatric Nursing Refresher certificate program. Students interested in completing a certificate program must apply for admission and be accepted into the program. Details of the required documents and program application forms are available on the program web page. Please note that a maximum of one course completed for professional development may be applied toward satisfaction of certificate program requirements.

By the end of this course, students will have

• a refreshed familiarity with common physiological conditions their clients will experience; and
• the ability to take a holistic approach to assessment of physical concerns.

$892.00

Textbooks not included in tuition fee. Contact the Douglas College Bookstore for prices and ordering information.

Completion of English 12 with a minimum grade of “C” or proof of equivalent.

For course taken on a stand-alone basis:  proof of RPN license status and/or proof of RPN program completion with transcript or copy of diploma/degree.

Topics include:

• physical assessment / health care of seniors;
• ·nursing the client with
  • oneurological conditions;
  • respiratory conditions;
  • cardiovascular conditions;
  • musculoskeletal conditions;
  • gastrointestinal conditions;
  • regulatory disorders;
  • urinary and reproductive concerns; and
  • infection, HIV, STI, cancer.

Lewis, S., Medical-Surgical Nursing in Canada (current edition)

Available through the Douglas College Bookstore.

Interactive online course in Blackboard

Due to the nature of an online delivery, the student will be expected be proficient in computer skills including email, adding attachments, navigating the internet etc. Resources for getting started with Blackboard are available online to help get the student comfortable in the Blackboard environment.

• 11 multiple-choice online quizzes

Students must get 65% or higher on all unit exams in order to pass. 

This course may be taken independently or as part of the Psychiatric Nursing Refresher Certificate program.

To register, email cehs@douglascollege.ca with your registration request and proof of completion of the pre-requisite requirements.  You will then be prompted for payment to the CE Registration office, to finalize your registration. Payment of the tuition fee must accompany registration.

Instructions on how to access your course materials will be emailed to you by the Program Assistant within five (5) business days prior to your chosen course start date.