NUS 110 - Concepts and Practice I

Institution:

Delaware County Community College

Subject:

Nursing

Description:

NUS 110, Concepts and Practice I, is the first nursing course in the sequence of four semesters. The concept based model of nursing practice is presented within the context of professional role behaviors, patient attributes and the health and illness continuum. Knowledge and skills basic to the practice of nursing presented utilizing student-centered learning activities. Clinical and simulation laboratory experiences support the acquisition of knowledge and skills fundamentals to the practice of nursing. Upon successful completion of this course, students should be able to: Identify the professional roles of the nurse as member of the health care team; Use the nursing process in the practice of safe, effective, patient-centered care to maintain optimal health; Identify current best evidence for the provision of quality patient care; Apply therapeutic communication principles to enhance the professional relationship between nurse and patient; Identify health care infrastructures and community resources available to coordinate appropriate planning of care for all patients; Describe concepts of nursing practice across the health and illness continuum. NON-ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS: Complete Physical Exam, Lab Tests, Urine Drug Screen, 2-Step PPD, Current Immunizations (including Hepatitis B Vaccine), Current CPR Certification, Criminal Background Check, Child Abuse Clearance, Professional Liability and Health Insurance Coverage.

Credits:

8.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

(BIO 150 (Grade of C or Higher) and BIO 151* (Grade of C or Higher)), ENG 100, MAT 121, NUS 102, and PSY 140 (*Course(s) May Be Taken Concurrently)

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.dccc.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 359-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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