NURS 1255 - Fundamentals of Nursing Practice 2B

1.50 Credit Hours

Prerequisites: Admission into the Nursing program, and NURS 1245 with grade C or better.

Corequisite: NURS 1265

(replaces but does not equate to NURS‑1620)

This theory course focuses on planning safe, culturally‑ diverse, patient‑centered nursing care for patients experiencing sleep, vision, hearing, immobility, and end of life care problems. The course presents an introduction to cancer as well as the concept of spirituality as utilized in patient‑centered care. It emphasizes using evidence‑based practice and quality improvement initiatives to develop critical thinking skills in caring for patients and their families and addresses growth and development of older adults.

(6 contact hours per week for 4 weeks)

Center Campus.

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