NURS-771: DNP Anesthesia Clinical Practicum I

Applies introductory anesthesia nursing knowledge regarding the delivery of anesthesia at a beginning level of competence for a variety of procedures in various clinical settings and across the patient lifespan. Introduces clinical care with supervised participation in actual administration of anesthesia. Demonstrates internalization of theoretical concepts and techniques and application in anesthetic management toward the achievement of the terminal objectives for competency in entry-level anesthesia practice. Student will analyze aspects of a pertinent health history and chart review. Students will prepare verbal and/or written care plans regarding the formulation and implementation of appropriate management for adult patients, undergoing elective procedures from low to moderate risk. Emphasizes use of the anesthesia machine, including the FDA recommended checkout procedure, as well as operation of physiological monitoring systems, anesthesia ventilators, and drug delivery systems. Emphasizes technical skills of airway management, to include mask management and laryngoscopy with endotracheal intubation. Reinforces and guides processes related to maintaining ethical and legal conduct, including verbal communication, record keeping, and confidentiality of patient information. This course is designed to provide the DNP student with a comprehensive practice experience individually designed to meet their learning objectives as well as professional and career goals. The focus is on the refinement of adaptive leadership skills and on enhancing the student's ability to apply theories, standards of practice, and evidence-based research to improve health care delivery and patient outcomes. The student will have an opportunity to apply knowledge and skills learned in the program. A minimum of 50 practice hours must be fulfilled to complete this course. Prerequisites: All Spring I, Summer I, Fall I, Spring II Nurse Anesthesia courses. Co-requisites: NURS 712, NURS 720