NUR 101 — Fundamentals of Practical Nursing
This course introduces and examines concepts that form thefoundation for the practice of nursing and the related role of thePractical Nurse. It not only examines the history and evolution ofnursing, but also explores healthcare delivery systems, ethical andlegal issues, safety, infection control, and documentation. Studentlearning will be focused on the holistic and basic human needs ofindividuals across the lifespan, within the framework of the nursingprocess. Skills and tools of communication, delegation, the role of thePractical Nurse in the nursing process, and critical thinking will beintroduced and used to care for diverse, stable client(s). Corequisites:ALH 124, ENG 111, BIO 201 and NUR 106