NU 100 - The Professional Nurse

Institution:

Millikin University

Subject:

Nursing

Description:

A nursing elective designed for freshman nursing majors. This course introduces concepts of the art and science of nursing to help students explore the effects of illness on an individual and to understand this experience from the patient?s perspective. Through case studies, discussion, group work, first-person essays, and reflective logs, students will investigate patient scenarios and nursing roles, clarify personal values, question assumptions, and begin to utilize the nursing process to analyze patient care decisions. Emphasis is on the development of communication and critical thinking skills, respect for human dignity and differences, commitment to professional excellence, and a compassionate ethical professional personality. Pre-requisites: nursing major or consent of instructor.

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.millikin.edu

Phone Number:

(217) 424-6211

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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