NURS 121 - Nursing Fundamentals Clinical

3 CR

Formerly NURS 100Y and NURS 100Z.
Students apply foundational concepts of safety related to patient-centered care in the laboratory, clinical settings and simulated situations. Concepts of Quality Safety Education in Nursing (QSEN) are emphasized. Students gain confidence in articulating nursing priorities, developing clinical reasoning, and beginning reflective practice. Grading: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory.

Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Associate Degree Nursing Program.

Course Outcomes

Apply principles of Swanson’s Caring Theory to individual clients.
Assess clients for changes in health status.
Identify relevant pathophysiology specific to client’s selected diagnoses.
Perform psychomotor interventions safely and effectively.
Identify examples of team functioning and resulting impact on safety and quality of care.
Demonstrate organizational skills in the management of client care.
Accept feedback and make appropriate changes in behavior.

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