DATE

TOPICS

READING ASSIGNMENTS

Week 01

(Module 01)

• Principles of Delegation
• CAD and Risk Factor Modification
• Angina Pectoris
• MI
• CHF
• Cardiogenic Shock

Brunner, Ch. 71

Brunner, Appendix B:  Clinical Pathways

Brunner Ch. 26, 28, 30

Week 02

(Module 02)

• Dysrhythmias
• Pacemakers
• Cardiac Surgery
• Skills Lab Workshop @SMC (bring Nurse Kits)

Brunner, Ch. 27

Lueckenotte, Ch. 22

Week 03

(Module 03)

• Valve Disorders
• Cardiomyopathy
• Endocarditis
• Pericarditis
• CPR/Code Blue
• Respiratory Assessment

Brunner, Ch. 21, 23, 29

Lueckenotte, Ch. 23

Week 04

(Module 04)

• Upper Airway Disorders
• Lower Airway Disorders

EXAM 1: CARDIOVASCULAR

Brunner, Ch. 22

Brunner, Ch. 23,24

Week 05

(Module 05)

• Mechanical Ventilation
• ARDS
• Chest Trauma
• Chest Tubes

Brunner, Ch. 25

Week 06

(Module 06)

• Neurologic Assessment
• Unconscious Client
• Increased ICP
• Stroke

EXAM 2:  RESPIRATORY

Brunner, Ch. 60, 61, 62, 63

Lueckenotte, Ch. 27

Week 07

(Module 07)

• Degenerative Disorders
• Spinal Cord Injury
• Cranial and Peripheral Nerve Disorders
• Burns

EXAM 3: NEURO

Brunner, Ch. 57, 63, 64

Week 08

(Module 08)

• Burns

FINAL EXAM

Brunner, Ch. 57