PN 140 Practical Nursing Concepts II
is designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of nursing practice. The nursing process will be integrated throughout the course. Concepts related to biophysical and psychosocial care needs across the lifespan will be presented including safe and effective care principles. Emphasis will be placed on advanced concepts of fluids and electrolytes, alterations in elimination, metabolism, oxygenation, perfusion, cellular regulations, and comfort. Health promotion, safety, and medication administration will be reinforced. Concepts of psychiatric and mental health conditions, reproduction, and growth and development will be covered. Clinical experiences will focus on medical and surgical care of clients throughout the lifespan (conception through death). This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees; areas of concentration include practical nursing (credit hours 7.0, lecture hours 4.0, lab hours 9.0).