- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
Focuses on the experience of the individual on dialysis. Provides an understanding of the principles of hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis, the complications of dialysis and the lived experience of various individuals to develop the nursing role in the management of dialysis.
Prerequisite(s)
- 75% in NSNN 7200
Credits
3.0
Domestic fees
$299.35 - $944.28 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
Learning Outcomes
As a healthcare practitioner, you are expected to follow professional standards of practice throughout all SN programs and courses. In this course, you will have opportunities to use the processes of critical thinking, systematic inquiry, communication, collaboration, leadership, professionalism, and clinical decision-making. Upon successful completion of this course, you should be able to:
- Reflect on various approaches to health care in a dialysis setting and the building of patient-nurse relationships using the principles of transition theory.
- Utilize critical thinking and systematic inquiry skills to create a comprehensive assessment tool for a renal client experiencing common health challenges.
- Describe the principles of hemodialysis and the underlying physiological impacts.
- Describe the principles of peritoneal dialysis and the underlying physiological impacts.
- Identify psychological and social impacts of dialysis as it varies over the life span and with individuals.
- Explain the efficacy of dialysis using clinical data.
- Interpret clinical data to recognize complications of dialysis.
- Apply knowledge of dialysis to develop care plans for renal patients.
- Create a personal action plan together with a renal patient, using the principles of adult education and self-care management.
Effective as of Spring/Summer 2023
Related Programs
Nephrology Nursing Theory 2: Introduction to Dialysis Nursing (NSNN 7400) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
School of Health Sciences
- Nephrology Nursing Specialty
Advanced Certificate Part-time
- Nursing
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Full-time
- Specialty Nursing (Nephrology)
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Part-time
Course Offerings
Winter 2025
Below are three offerings of NSNN 7400 for the Winter 2025 term.
CRN 19712
Dates
Jan 06 - Mar 28 In Progress
- CRN 19712
- $944.28 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 06 - Mar 28 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Charlene Smith
Course outline
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- Departmental approval needed
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This is a Guided Learning course section. Students must purchase course materials from the BCIT Bookstore. This course is delivered in an online format. On the first day of class, log in to www.bcit.ca/learn/ to access your course. Please call the Program Head at 604-451-7104 for approval.
Status
In Progress
This course offering is in progress. Please check this page for other currently available offerings or subscribe to receive email updates.
CRN 19715
Dates
Jan 06 - Mar 28 In Progress
- CRN 19715
- $299.35 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 06 - Mar 28 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Charlene Smith
Course outline
Important information
- Available for re-registration (course extension) only.
- Departmental approval needed
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This course section is for students who require a course extension to complete their course from the previous term. Re-registration is a one-time option only. Please contact the Program Head at 604-451-7104 for approval to enroll in this section.
Status
In Progress
This course offering is in progress. Please check this page for other currently available offerings or subscribe to receive email updates.
CRN 42618
Dates
Jan 06 - Mar 28 In Progress
- CRN 42618
- $483.61 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 06 - Mar 28 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Charlene Smith
Course outline
Important information
- Available for exam challenge only.
- Departmental approval needed
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- Departmental approval is required for this course. Please contact the Program Head at 604-451-7104 for approval. This course section is for students who wish to CHALLENGE their course.
Status
In Progress
This course offering is in progress. Please check this page for other currently available offerings or subscribe to receive email updates.
Spring/Summer 2025
Below are two offerings of NSNN 7400 for the Spring/Summer 2025 term.
CRN 26246
Dates
Apr 07 - Jun 27 Seats Available
- CRN 26246
- $944.28 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 07 - Jun 27 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- Departmental approval needed
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This is a NET Online Learning section. Students need to contact the Bookstore in order to obtain course materials.This course is delivered in an online format. On the first day of class, log in to www.bcit.ca/learn/ to access your course.
Status
Seats Available
This course offering has seats available.
CRN 28629
Dates
Apr 07 - Jun 27 Registration Options
- CRN 28629
- $483.61 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 07 - Jun 27 | N/A | N/A | Distance |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Available for exam challenge only.
- Departmental approval needed
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- Department approval required for registration into this challenge course, contact Program Head at 604-451-7104 for approval prior to registration. Students need to contact the Bookstore in order to obtain course materials for this course/section. This course is delivered in an online format. On the first day of class, log in to www.bcit.ca/learn/ to access your course.
Status
Online registration for this course offering is not available. However, you can still register by phone
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.