Nursing the Acute Surgical Patient

This module is designed to enhance the care provided by nurses to the acute surgical patient in the hospital setting. It will build on the theoretical knowledge of nurses, discussing case studies in order to link theory to practice.

To enhance the skills of nurses in caring for the surgical patient.
Develop understanding of the issues that can arise related to surgery.
Recognize the deteriorating patient.
Improve skills and confidence in the management of complex patients such as stepdown ITU.