NURS 166 - Preparation for Practical Nurse Certificate I

Institution:

Skagit Valley College

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Description:

Preparation for a practical nurse certificate. Focuses on nursing care of the individual experiencing commonly occurring alterations in physiological and psychological functioning not addressed in NURS 161, 162, and 163. Obstetrics and the newborn, congenital abnormalities, communicable diseases, mental health conditions, cardiac and respiratory conditions. Includes sociocultural and spiritual factors, as well as concepts about pharmacology, nutrition, communication and developmental theory. Prerequisite: NURS 161, 162, and 163. Grade of C or above required in each. Strongly recommended: Computer literacy.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.skagit.edu

Phone Number:

(360) 416-7600

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Quarter

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