PNUR1000 — Fundamentals of Nursing
PNUR 1000 - Fundamentals of Nursing PNUR 1000 - Fundamentals of Nursing This course presents a foundation for patient centered care through fundamental nursing concepts and the development of basic nursing skills. It integrates the basic sciences of Anatomy and Physiology, Nutrition, and Growth and Development. The course is designed to assist the student in developing the skills required in the application of the nursing process. This is accomplished through demonstrations, observations, laboratory practice, and clinical experiences in local health care facilities. This introductory nursing course covers basic nursing skills and the process of applying those skills to a client’s medical condition. The nursing process and incorporating clinical judgement is taught as the basis to prioritize client care. Therapeutic interventions and skills progress from basic to complex and address client environment, communication skills, infection control, client safety, and comfort. Nursing skills are practiced in a controlled lab setting. Students learn to understand the concepts of health promotion and wellness, cultural and spiritual diversity, and therapeutic relationships focusing on communication techniques. Students are required to pass the didactic/classroom, on campus clinical lab, and clinical practicum components of this course. A grade of 74% or better and a passing grade in the on campus clinical lab and clinical practicum components are required to continue in the nursing pro
Prerequisites: PNUR1001, PNUR1002