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2020-2022 Catalog Volume XXX Ver 3 
    
2020-2022 Catalog Volume XXX Ver 3 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

NSG 1550 Fundamentals of Nursing


Lecture: 3 Lab: 1 Practica: 2 Total Credits: 6
The focus of this course is to provide opportunities to develop basic holistic nursing skill competencies required throughout the remainder of the program and in daily nursing practices. Additionally, the need for accurate, professional communication among all members of the healthcare team is emphasized. The course provides for the application of theoretical knowledge within the adult client practice settings with an emphasis on the role and scope of practice for the registered nurse in a safe, legal, and ethical manner. The application of fundamental nursing skills is conducted within the lab setting and in an acute care adult healthcare setting.

Prerequisite(s): Admission to the AS Nursing program
Co-requisite(s): NSG 1540 NSG 1545 NSG 2500