This practice course is about the care of adults with complex health challenges and unpredictable outcomes. Students apply theoretical frameworks, evidence-informed knowledge and skills in providing care of clients with acute physiological problems and/or exacerbations of chronic illnesses and care of clients with acute or long-term mental health problems. The course involves one medical/surgical and one mental health rotation that include laboratory and clinical experiences. This course enhances assessment, intervention, and organizational skills, in laboratory and Clinical Education Centre settings and in direct client care in hospital and community settings.