PCAM 101 - Nurs Concepts, Comm, Calc

Institution:

University of South Carolina-Columbia

Subject:

Description:

This course introduces concepts essential to basic nursing practice. Nursing's historical evolution as a profession through theory, concept and role development will be presented. An overview of medical terminology and medical calculations is provided as skills that promote patient safety within the health disciplines. Written communication skills for the professional nurse will be presented. Students will be introduced to the difference between scholarly and non-scholarly sources.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.sc.edu/

Phone Number:

(803) 777-7000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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