NUR 101 Fundamentals of Nursing Practice

NUR 101 is the first nursing course. Beginning students learn core concepts associated with the role of professional nurses within a caregiving environment. Students are introduced to fundamental concepts including patient safety, health and illness, infection control and prevention, development, pain, nutrition, elimination, sleep/rest/mobility, communication, documentation, critical thinking and research investigation, fluid and electrolyte balance, and physical assessment. Clinical application of both theory and skills occurs in the hospital setting Students begin to identify patient problems/nursing diagnosis, plan, and implement basic nursing care. Simulated practice and nursing skill performance are included. Required: Admission to the Nursing program; CNA certification. Recommended: CMA 101 Medical Terminology & Body Systems I and CMA 102 Medical Terminology & Body Systems II.