PNUR 101 - Foundations of Practical Nursing

Institution:

Columbus State Community College

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Description:

This course continues to explore the foundations of practical nursing based on the CSCC Practical Nursing Program conceptual framework of nursing, person, health and environment. The student will be introduced to the role of the practical nurse in applying the nursing process to patient care. Cultural, developmental, and spiritual aspects of care, legal and ethical issues, and concepts of communication including documentation of patient care will be introduced within the framework of the nursing process. Economic concerns related to health care will be integrated. Safe performance of basic nursing skills including asepsis, personal care of patients, vital signs, and wound care will be practiced in the laboratory.

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.cscc.edu/

Phone Number:

(614) 287-5353

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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