NRS 321 - Medical-Surgical Nursing 2: Care of the Adult Client: Clinical

The student will build upon previous knowledge of pathophysiology, pharmacology, and assessment skills in the provision of safe, holistic care of the adult clients with acute and chronic illnesses. Emphasis will be placed on the use of informatics, teamwork, and collaboration as evidence-based practice related to quality health outcomes.

Semester hours: 3.0

Prerequisites:

  • NRS 117 - Student Success and Nursing Concepts: Theory
  • NRS 125 - Foundational Skills and Assessment of the Adult: Theory
  • NRS 126 - Foundational Skills and Assessment of the Adult: Clinical
  • NRS 227 - Pathophysiology
  • NRS 236 - Pharmacology in Nursing: Principles of Pharmacology
  • NRS 237 - Medical-Surgical Nursing 1: Care of the Adult Client:Theory
  • NRS 238 - Medical-Surgical Nursing 1: Care of the Adult Client: Clinical Application

Co-requisites:

  • NRS 320 - Medical-Surgical Nursing 2: Care of the Adult Client: Theory
  • NRS 332 - Behavioral Health Continuum of Care: Theory
  • NRS 333 - Behavioral Health Continuum of Care: Clinical

Last updated: 07/27/2026