Course description
This course enables the student to understand the functioning of the renal system, the effects of renal dysfunction on other body systems and the manifestations of acute renal failure and end-stage renal disease. The course reviews treatment modalities including peritoneal dialysis, hemodialysis and continuous renal replacement therapies. Nursing assessment, responsibilities and interventions will focus on critical care aspects as well as consider the impact of renal disease and its management on the patient and family. The importance of multidisciplinary team management is also emphasized.
Course details
Credit transfer
Have you taken this course or an equivalent course? Contact the Credit Transfer Office.
Ends: Apr. 6, 2025
Registration dates
Not all courses are offered each term.
Winter 2025 registration opens November 4, 2024. Spring 2025 registration opens March 17, 2025.Delivery options
In person: classes held in person on a campus/site in a classroom/lab/shop/studio for the course duration
Online - Asynchronous: 100% online delivery, no scheduled day or time course requirements with the instructor, assigned due dates
Online - Synchronous: 100% online delivery, scheduled day and time course requirements with the instructor, assigned due dates
Hybrid: any combination of in person, timetabled, on campus, online, and hyflex delivery