OL 233

Renal Replacement Therapies - Nursing Care of the Transplant Patient

Health

This course examines professional nursing practice in the context of caring for individuals in need of kidney transplantation. Emphasis is placed on the delivery of competent, safe and ethical care for this patient population, as guided by the nursing process, evidence-based practices and a person-centred approach to care. Methods and tools that support clinical decision-making and comprehensive approaches to care are emphasized. Prerequisite: OL271 Normal and Abnormal Kidney Function, Current RN/RPN registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario

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CRN: 34544
Schedule: May 13, 2025 - August 19, 2025
Location: Online
Fee: $401.86
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Required Textbooks

The following textbooks are required for this course. Make sure you've acquired these materials before your course starts.

If any textbook appears to be missing or if you run into issues obtaining a textbook, please consult the complete textbook list or contact Online Learning immediately.

Contemporary Nephrology Nursing

By: Bodin, S.M.

Publisher: American Nephrology Nurses Association

Edition: 4th

ISBN: 9781940325729

Instructions: The 3rd edition will continue to be supported for students who have previously purchased it.

Registration Code: CF-OL233
Course Code: CG-NURS1550
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