NURS 1921 - Fundamental Concepts of Nursing

8 Credit Hours
Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Nursing Program and permission of the department. Additional prerequisites: MATH 1001 or above, ENGL 1101, PSYC 1101, PSYC 2103, BIOL 2251/BIOL 2251L with C or better.
Description
Fundamental Concepts of Nursing (NURS 1921) is offered in the first semester of the Generic Track in the nursing program. NURS 1921 focuses on the introduction to the profession of nursing and the role of the nurse in the healthcare system. It introduces the framework for the program of study and provides a foundation for nursing practice in the promotion and maintenance of health, prevention of illness, and care of patients/clients experiencing alterations in meeting basic health needs. The nursing process and concepts of holistic care, diversity, critical thinking, basic human needs, psychosocial needs, growth and development, legal/ethical issues, pharmacological principles, therapeutic interventions, and communication skills are emphasized. Selected content, including pharmacology and math calculations, is presented using on-line modules. This course includes classroom, clinical lab simulations, clinical practice in diverse health care settings and online experiences.