1. Medical-Surgical Nursing I
Topics Covered:
- Introduction to Medical-Surgical Nursing
- Common signs and symptoms of illnesses
- Fluid and electrolyte balance
- Perioperative nursing
- Nursing management of patients with:
- Respiratory disorders
- Cardiovascular disorders
- Neurological disorders
- Endocrine disorders
- Musculoskeletal disorders
- Infectious and communicable diseases
2. Medical-Surgical Nursing II
Topics Covered:
- Oncology nursing
- Nursing management of patients with:
- Burns and reconstructive surgery
- Gastrointestinal disorders
- Renal and urinary disorders
- Immunological disorders
- Skin disorders
- Critical care nursing
- Emergency and disaster nursing
- Nursing in specialized areas: ICU, CCU, Dialysis
3. Medical-Surgical Nursing I & II Practical
Key Practical Components:
- Physical assessment techniques
- Preparing and assisting in medical and surgical procedures
- Pre- and post-operative care
- Wound dressing and infection control
- Care of patients on ventilators or with tracheostomy
- Documentation and reporting in clinical settings
4. Mental Health Nursing
Topics Covered:
- Concepts of mental health and illness
- Classification of mental disorders
- Nursing management of:
- Stress and anxiety disorders
- Mood disorders
- Psychotic disorders
- Personality disorders
- Counseling and therapeutic communication
- Psychopharmacology and its implications
5. Mental Health Nursing – Practical
Key Practical Components:
- Establishing rapport with patients
- Conducting mental status examinations
- Administering medications and monitoring side effects
- Participating in group therapy and counseling sessions
- Preparing case studies and maintaining patient records
6. Child Health Nursing
Topics Covered:
- Growth and development milestones
- Nursing care of the newborn
- Common childhood illnesses and their management
- Immunization and preventive pediatrics
- Pediatric emergencies
- Nutrition and its importance in children
7. Child Health Nursing – Practical
Key Practical Components:
- Growth monitoring and plotting on growth charts
- Immunization procedures
- Administering oral and injectable medications
- Educating caregivers about nutrition and hygiene
- Managing pediatric emergencies like febrile seizures or dehydration