Nursing Intervention I

Catalog description

This course introduces concepts of patient care and basic nursing interventions used in caring for individuals throughout the lifespan. Learners will use the classroom and skills laboratory to gain beginning competence in nursing theory, nursing process, basic nursing skills, therapeutic communication, and critical thinking. Students will also develop an awareness of diverse cultural beliefs and values in relation to health care. A major focus will be on the nurse’s role in the safe delivery of care. Prerequisite(s): SC 221 and SL 221 and SC 222 and SL 222 and SC 180 and SL 180 and NU 100 and ( MS 141 or MS 180 or MS 181 ).