RNRS 105 — Nursing Health and Illness Concepts I: Common Acute or Chronic Health Conditions 4 Units (AA/AS; CSU) 36 lecture hours, 108 lab hours
This course focuses on health and illness concepts for care of individuals with common and/or chronic conditions across the lifespan. Emphasis is placed on concepts including homeostasis and regulation, protection and movement, and oxygenation. Professional nursing concepts include professional attributes and care competencies. Curricular concepts are applied in theory, skills lab, and clinical settings. Upon completion, students will be able to provide safe nursing care incorporating the concepts identified.