ADN 173 - LPN Transition to AAS Nursing

Institution:

Lehigh Carbon Community College

Subject:

Associate Degree Nursing

Description:

Focuses on health care practices to meet adult health needs along the health-illness continuum. Particular emphasis is given to adaptation to respiratory, cardiovascular, renal, genitourinary, metabolic/endocrine and sensory needs. Fundamental nursing skills are reviewed and strengthened to meet basic human needs. Previous health care experiences of the student are used to further develop knowledge of the cultural-spiritual aspects of nursing. The nursing process is used as a problem-solving tool to develop an individual plan of care. Fundamental principles of therapeutic communication are reinforced and applied in the interaction with individuals, families ad groups. Teaching-learning strategies to enhance promotion, maintenance, and restoration of health are developed. Ethical-legal principles and practices are reviewed and applied in the health care environment. Dependent and independent responsibilities and functions of the nurse as a member of the nursing profession are examined and the role of the professional nurse is differentiated from others in the changing health care environment. Pharmacologic and nutritional principles are intergrated throughout the course. During concurrent clinical laboratory experience, the student will provide holistic nursing care to meet the health care needs of selected clients in the clinical agencies to enable the student to apply knowledge and skills learned in the classroom. Students will use advanced technologies in the clinical area to reinforce learning. Advanced technologies are used in the clinical setting to enhance student learning.

Credits:

5.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.lccc.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 799-2121

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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