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CCN: Renal − A&P and Assessment |
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OS0087-1 |
Date Active
4/20/2007 |
Date Inactive
8/31/2011 |
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Jan DeMuth
Lynn A. Rowe
Lori Thompson
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Course
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This renal course for nurses presents an overview of the anatomy and physiology of the renal system, patient assessment, and common diagnostic procedures for renal evaluation. Course content includes the kidney's role in forming and excreting urine, maintaining fluid and electrolyte balance, producing hormones, and regulating acid-base in balance. |
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FL BD Nurs, Contact Hours: 1, Category: General
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Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to
1. differentiate between the macro and microstructures of the kidney;
2. describe the role of the kidney in arterial blood pressure regulation;
3. explain the physiology involved in urine formation, maintaining acid-base, fluid, and electrolyte balances;
4. identify patient symptoms, treatment, and care issues with fluid and electrolyte imbalances;
5. discuss the kidney’s endocrine functions;
6. recognize various laboratory tests and identify their strengths for renal evaluation; and
7. explain the patient preparation and care protocols specific to common laboratory and diagnostic procedures.
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