NSG 2001 - Introduction to Clinical Practice

Institution:

Curry College

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Description:

Fall Semester This course introduces students to the practice of nursing. Students learn a range of concepts and skills necessary to care for, and communicate with, a variety of clients. These concepts include caring for multicultural and aging clients, client mobility and safety, asepsis, skin and wound care, history, ethical/legal issues and math. The nursing process, involving application of critical thinking, is used to provide individualized care. Various roles of the nurse are introduced; the role of provider of care is emphasized. Standards of practice are introduced. A laboratory experience is provided in which students practice basic nursing skills. A clinical component introduces the student to nursing delivery in various health care settings. Fee. Prerequisites: BIOL 1075, BIOL 1175, BIOL 1085, BIOL 1185, CHEM 1001, CHEM 1002, CPR for Health Professionals. Corequisite: NSG 2000.

Credits:

5.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.curry.edu

Phone Number:

(617) 333-2900

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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