Fundamentals in Nursing

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Foundational nursing competencies and techniques are accomplished in this course. Students will be introduced to basic nursing knowledge and concepts that provide a working foundation of compassionate, evidence-based, collaborative care and will develop critical thinking abilities in the role of communicator, educator, and caregiver. Students will develop fundamental competencies in maintaining a safe and hygienic environment, medical asepsis and infection control, principles of body mechanics and mobility, basic gastrointestinal and urinary care, oxygen therapy and airway management, and calculation of drug doses and safe administration.