NURS 090 - c Nursing Transitions

Institution:

Cypress College

Subject:

Description:

Two hours lecture and Four and one-half hours laboratory per week. Prerequisite: Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), or Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) and successful completion of career mobility proficiency exams and skills validation test. This course is designated for the LVN/LPT who is preparing to enter the Registered Nursing career ladder program. The course will enhance theoretical and technical nursing skills in areas such as communication, asepsis, fluid and electrolytes, and pharmacology. Students will develop in-depth skill in utilization of the nursing process. Major emphasis is placed on assessment of patient's biopsychosocial needs. The course emphasizes specific knowledge and skills not included in LVN/PT curricula. $ 19.00 Materials Fee - PAYABLE AT REGISTRATION.

Credits:

3.50

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.cypresscollege.edu

Phone Number:

(714) 484-7000

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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