Introduction to Clinical Methods & Practicum

Catalog description

This course prepares the novice nursing student in the development of health assessment skills required for culturally diverse individuals of all ages.  The experience may include assessment, report writing, and patient counseling necessary for critical thinking in professional nursing practice. Includes 1 credit hour per week with the instructor on principles/methods of prevention, assessment, EBP, ethical issues, and multilingual/multicultural concerns. Requires demonstration of effective communication and performance of health assessment skills consistent with best practices. This includes an introductory clinical experience at the university clinical center and/or simulated/practice laboratories. Offered every fall and spring.