PNSG 1262 - Nursing Concepts I

Institution:

Northland Community and Technical College

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Description:

This course introduces the health/illness concepts the Practical Nursing (PN) curriculum is based on, and the nursing concepts utilized in the provision of basic nursing care to a diverse population. The course incorporates the nursing process and evidenced based care. Application of pathophysiology, nutrition and pharmacology are applied to specific exemplars. Concepts included are fluid and electrolytes/acid base balance, gas exchange, perfusion, immunity/inflammation/infection, tissue integrity, elimination, mobility, sensory perception/intracranial pressure, metabolism/hormone regulation and client education/promotion. Introductory exemplars related to nursing care are addressed within each concept. Skills included are: blood glucose monitoring, medication administration, specimen collection, wound care and/or dressing change, wound drainage, remove wound/suture/staples/drainage devices, irrigation of eyes/nose/ears, insert/maintain/remove urinary catheter, ostomies, set up sterile field, and catheter irrigation. Prerequisites: Admission to NCTC Practical Nursing Program, BIOL2260, BIOL 2262, ENGL111, HLTH1106, MATH1003, HLTH1110. Corequisites: PNSG1250, PNSG1254, PNSG1258, PNSG1266.

Credits:

5.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture/Lab

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Institution Website:

www.northlandcollege.edu

Phone Number:

(218) 683-8800

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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