Fundamentals of Clinical Nursing/Lab

Catalog description

This course introduces the student to skills necessary for care of the patient including, but not limited to vital signs, physical assessment, aseptic technique, basic pharmacology, medication administration, wound care, and elimination. Concepts included will be holism, evidence-based practice, cultural competency, care across the life span, health promotion, patient safety, and scope of practice. Prerequisite: Unconditional admission to the Registered Nursing program. (S, SU)