NPN 100 - Introduction to Nursing & Health Care System

Institution:

Somerset Community College

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Description:

Hours: 2 Course ID: 004021 Includes a historical overview of current health care including medical economics, ethical and legal parameters, roles and responsibilities of health care team members with an emphasis on reflective nursing practice. Explores medical terminology, therapeutic communication techniques, concepts of health, health assessment, self care and basic needs related to activities of daily living across the lifespan. Prerequisite: Current CPR card for Health Care Providers; Current certification must be maintained throughout the program. Successful completion of a Medicaid Nurse Aide equivalent course within the past three (3) years or proof of active status on the Medicaid Nurse Aide Registry. Admission into the Practical Nursing Program. Prerequisite or Corequisite: ((BIO 135 or BIO 139) and (AHS 100 or PSY 223) or Consent of PN Coordinator. Minimum C grade.Lecture: 2 credits (30 contact hours). Component: Lecture

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.somerset.kctcs.edu/

Phone Number:

(877) 629-9722

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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