— Psychosocial Advanced Standing Credit for LPN

Catalog description

Provides opportunities to acquire knowledge regarding the psychosocial characteristics of the individual are explored through the nursing process. Specific topics include the human needs of sexuality, emotional security, communication and cognition, love and belonging, self-esteem, and self-actualization. Emphasis is placed on nursing care of patients with psychosocial health problems promoting collaboration, patient centered care, and evidence-based practice. Opportunities are provided for the student to utilize therapeutic communication techniques and structuring of interpersonal relationships. The student builds upon previously acquired knowledge from general education and applied general education course work. Clinical opportunities are provided for the students to give safe and competent nursing care to patients in structured settings. 'C' grade policy applies. Offered: Summer, Fall, Spring Prerequisites: Acceptance into the LPN to ADN Transition Program in Nursing.