Adult Nursing I

Catalog description

Introduction to the knowledge, skills and abilities associated with nursing practice. Concepts of physiological integrity, psychosocial integrity, a safe effective care environment and health promotion/maintenance are examined. The nursing process provides a foundational/beginning framework to help the learner think critically, assess factors that influence safe and effective care delivery and integrates theory with the care of clients and families. Students learn nursing concepts related to the surgical client, musculoskeletal system, peripheral vascular system, eye and ear, nose, and throat disorders. This course includes didactic and clinical component.