NUR 101A Fundamentals of Nursing

The first nursing course in the lecture series. Covers core concepts associated with the role of professional nurses. Introduces fundamental concepts including health and illness, infection prevention and control, pain, nutrition, elimination, sleep/rest, mobility, communication, documentation, evidence-based research and care, fluid and electrolyte balance, and introduction to mental health. Prepares students to begin clinical practice by learning to plan and direct care as well as develop critical thinking skills to apply theory to what they will see in practice. Required: Admission to the Nursing program.