Practical Nursing Clinical IV

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In this course, students will demonstrate proficiency of the nursing process as a foundation of practical nursing with an emphasis on patient care across the wellness-illness continuum. Students will exemplify clinical-judgement and communication with patients and interdisciplinary team members in various health care settings. Nursing concepts applied in the clinical setting will include but are not limited to the application of the nursing process for the pediatric and perioperative patient. Dosage calculation and demonstration of the principles for ophthalmic and otic medication administration are also covered. The concepts of Watson’s Caring Science and Human Caring Theory, and Quality and Safety in Education Nurses (QSEN) will be utilized throughout this course