NUR205 Foundations of Nursing

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This course introduces the student to the professional nursing role from historical, social, legal-ethical, political, economic, theoretical, and cultural perspectives. Students will be introduced to the concept of holistic nursing as defined by the American Holistic Nurses Association as well as the nursing process, roles of the professional nurse, settings for the practice of nursing, and the application of Maslow’s hierarchy to the determination of priority client needs and caring for diverse cultures. Students will utilize the nursing process and other elements of planning, prioritizing, and collaborating as they assess and plan care for the health wellness of individuals, families, and populations throughout the lifespan. Coursework will include an overview of nursing as a profession, the economics and regulatory issues in nursing and healthcare. Students will apply the nursing process to the care of clients with long-term alterations in health.