NUR 1015 - Introduction to Nursing

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College of Southern Maryland

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Description:

Prerequisite: RDG 0800 or placement, ENG 0900 or placement, MTH 0900 or placement Students receive an overview of the nursing profession. Topics include basic information on the current healthcare system and the evolution of nursing. Students are introduced to the importance of developing strong critical thinking skills as well as the foundational legal and ethical principles that guide nursing care. The components of the teaching/learning process and principles of communication are emphasized as key nursing interventions. This course provides an overview for students who may be considering nursing as a course of study, but this course does not guarantee admission to the nursing program. Students must complete the department admission process. Credit for this course may be earned through departmental examination. Offered days only. Course fee: $35.00

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1.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.csmd.edu/

Phone Number:

(301) 934-2251

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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