This course is designed to provide advanced integration of the pathophysiology of complex acute conditions that affect adults. This course introduces the theory and practice of providing nursing care for adult clients having acute health care needs. The nursing process is emphasized in relation to the care of adults with high-risk health problems or combination of multiple health problems which indicate complexity. A caring attitude and sensitivity to the client's unique cultural, ethnic, and age-related needs are considered. Clinical experience in health care agencies is provided; clients are assigned and their care supervised by instructors from the College. Provision is made for post conferences during which selected topics/procedures are presented and students share their learning experiences. Student learning outcomes will be met through classroom theory, directed learning activities and assignments in clinical agencies. *8.2 billed contact hours*