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Basic Nursing II

100 hrs
PNC 103

Course Description

Designed to introduce beginning students to the practical nursing and health care field, this course provides an introduction to the roles and functions of the nurse. Included are aspects of health and wellness, community based nursing practice, theoretical foundations of nursing practice, nursing roles, cultural diversity, spirituality, and growth and development. This course also incorporates basic knowledge and principles of communication and client education, the application of the nursing process, and principles of nursing documentation. Concepts related to values and ethics, legal aspects, health and illness, and therapeutic interpersonal communication skills are presented. Basic nursing skills are discussed and performed in the laboratory and clinical setting. Clinical experience focuses on the basic care of the adult patient with medical and surgical conditions.

Pre-requisites

Successful completion of the following courses with a grade of “C” or better
• Anatomy & Physiology
• Basic Nursing I
Who Needs to Attend
LPN-admitted students can register for this course.