Theory and Professional Practice

Catalog description

Prerequisite: Completion of the Core Curriculum Research & Professional Writing requirement. Students must be admitted to the Nursing Program. Introduces the student to the purpose of theory development in nursing, selected nursing models, and the philosophy and conceptual framework of the CSU School of Nursing. Explores attributes, values, nursing history, and ethics that support the professional nurse practice. Emphasizes acquisition of knowledge and skills for facilitative and therapeutic communication and the appreciation of cultural diversity. Includes writing across the curriculum (WAC) assignment.