NCLEX-RN Prep: Growth, Psych, Musculoskeletal, and Safety (Month 2)

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About Course

This course is the second in the series and focuses on key nursing concepts vital for the NCLEX-RN exam. Over four weeks, you will delve into growth and development across the lifespan, psychiatric nursing, the musculoskeletal system, and safety and infection control. We’ll also revisit passing strategies to reinforce your test-taking skills.

What Will You Learn?

  • Apply theories of growth and development to provide age-appropriate care for clients across the lifespan.
  • Analyze the etiology, pathophysiology, and treatment of major psychiatric disorders.
  • Formulate nursing care plans for clients with musculoskeletal disorders, including those with trauma and fractures.
  • Identify and implement best practices for safety and infection control in various healthcare settings.
  • Utilize effective test-taking strategies to improve your performance on the NCLEX-RN exam.

Course Content

Module (Week) 1: Growth and Development
Topics: This module explores theories of growth and development across the lifespan, from infancy through older adulthood. It also covers health maintenance and care for older clients. Syllabus Reference: NCLEX-RN SYLLABUS PLAN, Week 17.

Module (Week) 2: Psychiatric Nursing
Topics: You will learn how to apply the nursing process to manage the care of psychiatric clients and their families, analyze the pathophysiology and treatment of major psychiatric disorders, and communicate effectively with clients with mental health issues. Syllabus Reference: NCLEX-RN SYLLABUS PLAN, Week 16.

Module (Week) 3: Musculoskeletal System
Topics: This module reviews the anatomy and physiology of the musculoskeletal system, explores the pathophysiology and clinical manifestations of various disorders, and discusses the medical and nursing management of clients with these conditions. Syllabus Reference: NCLEX-RN SYLLABUS PLAN, Week 13.

Module (Week) 4: Safety and Infection Control
Topics: This module focuses on the concepts that direct nursing care to protect both clients and healthcare personnel. You will review safety and infection control practices, including those related to emergencies and disasters. Syllabus Reference: NCLEX-RN SYLLABUS PLAN, Week 19.

Module 5: Passing Strategies
Topics: This module revisits and reinforces essential strategies for passing the NCLEX-RN exam. It provides a review of test-taking techniques and exam formats. Syllabus Reference: Teaching Timetable, August.

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