Fundamentals of Nursing II Clinical/PN

Permission Required:

Yes

Distribution:

Practical Nursing (Technical Credit)

Prerequisite:

(PRN0000 and PRN0000L and PRN0080)

Corequisite Narrative:

(PRN0030 and PRN0002)

Credits:

5.00 Credits

Clinical:

7.0 Hours

Lab:

3.0 Hours

Course Description:

In this course, concepts related to Maslow's hierarchy of needs, nursing principles and the roles of the practical nurse (provider of care, communicator and member of the profession), are applied in the laboratory and clinical setting as the approach to the care of clients with alterations of oxygenation, nutrition, hydration, mobility, comfort, safety and security. Legal and ethical issues, cultural diversity, growth and development, nutrition and diet therapy, pharmacologic intervention and professional adjustments are discussed.