NUR4826 — ETHICS: 3 Credits, 3 Hours
Through this course, students will enhance their knowledge of the ethical and legal aspects of nursing. Exploring ethical issues, ethical decision-making, professional issues, cultural consideration and legal accountability in diverse populations. The focus is on identification and analysis of legal and ethical concepts and principles underlying the critical thinking process in nursing and health care. Prerequisite: Students must have an Associate in Science-Registered Nurse degree which included theoretical instruction and clinical application in medical, surgical, obstetrical, pediatric, geriatric, and psychiatric nursing; personal, family, and community health concepts; pharmacology and administration of medications; legal aspects of practice; interpersonal relationships and leadership skills; professional role and function; health teaching and counseling skills; and clinical experience in acute care, long-term care, and community settings.