Fundamentals of Practical Nursing

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Fundamentals for Practical Nursing: Spring 1st 8 weeks This course introduces fundamental nursing concepts and principles that underlie client-centered nursing care and practice for the practical nurse. The concepts of the nursing process, critical thinking, caring, communication, culture, and principles of growth and development, legal and ethical concerns, and safety are covered to provide a foundation for client care. The course will include legal and ethical responsibilities, safety, human development, healthcare systems teamwork, and communication. Basic principles of pharmacology, nutrition, medication administration, dosage calculation and the practical nurse as part of the healthcare team are also covered. The focus is on technical skills to assist the client in meeting biophysical needs