Foundations Of Nursing.

Catalog description

This course introduces students to the concepts of nursing, healthcare, and the nursing process. Learning opportunities support student beginning level achievement of the MWCC Nursing Program Student Learning Outcomes. Emphasis is placed on Patient-Centered Care, Professionalism, Communication, Teamwork, Safety, and Evidence-Based Practice. Patient assessment, clinical reasoning, and basic nursing skills are developed through skills lab activities and clinical experiences in the long-term care setting. This course requires a test grade average of 77% or higher as well as an overall course grade of 77% or higher to progress in the program. Corequisites: BIO 203 , ENG 101 , PSY 105 . Fall. Prerequisites: MAT 143 .