Theory and clinical experience are correlated to provide the student with the opportunity to assist the individual in meeting his/her basic needs through the basic use of the nursing process. In addition to basic needs and the nursing process, emphasis will be placed on therapeutic nursing skills, communication skills, growth and development and the legal and ethical aspects of nursing as they relate to physiologic and safety needs. Man will be viewed as a holistic being. Each student in this course must have a physical exam, criminal background check without any disqualifying convictions and a negative drug screen.
Prerequisite(s)
Admission to the Practical Nursing program and BIOL 1564; or both BIOL 2644 and BIOL 2654 (may be taken concurrently) - Must be taken either prior to or at the same time as this course.