NURSING 150 — Nursing Fundamentals I
The concepts of holism, nursing practice, multicultural society and communication are studied for purposes of assisting persons to meet their basic needs. The role of the practical nurse in the use of the nursing process is studied and practiced in classroom, laboratory and long-term settings specifically in relation to protection against infection and providing for safety, mobility, comfort, hygiene, elimination and nutrition needs. Theoretical concepts and clinical nursing skills contained in this course are consistent with the skills standards developed for the State of Illinois. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part if the course.