NUP 105 - Practical Nursing I

Credit(s): 9
Lecture/Lab Contact Hours: 6, 9

This course is an introduction to nursing and the roles of the practical nurse. It focuses on patient care concepts. Emphasis is placed on the knowledge and skills needed to provide safe, quality care. The theoretical foundation for basic assessment and nursing skills is presented, and the student is given an opportunity to demonstrate these skills in a laboratory and clinical setting. The nursing process is introduced and serves as the foundation for the development of critical thinking skills. Other topics covered include professionalism, patient-centered care, legal and ethical responsibilities, and evidence-based practice. A unit entitled Nursing Care in a Diverse Society will focus on the issues and implications associated with caring for patients with diverse and complex cultural backgrounds. Students will provide care for individual adults with acute and/or chronic health care needs in the acute care, outpatient, community, and/or long-term care and rehabilitation settings. Satisfactory (S) performance in clinical and skills lab and a minimum grade of “C” in theory are required in order to pass the course.
Applicable toward graduation at CSC where program structure permits:
Degree or Certificate: AAS, AGE, All Certificates (1.2)

Offered: Fall
Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Practical Nursing program; Corequisites: NAD 106, NAD 108, BIO 111 or BIO 211; Minimum grade C or better in order to progress in the program
General Education: Not Applicable