This course is an introduction to nursing care. Topics include utilizing the nursing process, performing assessment/data collection, and providing patient education. Principles and skills of nursing practice, documentation, and an introduction to physicalassessment/data collection are taught. Special topics covering the care of the geriatric patient,mobility and general nutritional considerations for all age groups is also included. Emphasis will be placed on guiding the practical nursing student in developing critical thinking skills, demonstrating professionalism by maintaining confidentiality, recognizing legal/ethical responsibilities, acting as a patient advocate, maintaining positive patient/colleague relationships, and by implementing appropriate standards of care.
- Teacher: Kellee Hayes