NURS 110 Fundamentals of Nursing Practice
introduces students to the fundamental concepts of nursing practice across the lifespan. Foundational principles of health promotion, safety, and comfort will be introduced. Biophysical and psychosocial care needs will be presented with an emphasis on concepts of fluids and electrolytes, oxygenation, perfusion, elimination, nutrition, infection control, tissue integrity, comfort, and mobility. Standards of basic medication administration and drug calculation will be reinforced. Understanding and application of culture and diversity related to health practices will be incorporated and application of the nursing process will be incorporated throughout. Clinical experiences will focus on basic medical and surgical principles throughout the adult lifespan (ages 18 through death). This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 5.5, lecture hours 3.0, lab hours 5.0).
Prerequisite
Admission to the Associate Degree Nursing program. Completion of/or concurrent enrollment in NURS 111, NURS 115, BIOL 201, and PSYCH 110.