NURS 101 - Foundational Principles of Practical Nursing Lab/Clinical

(ECEC and TP/SS only)

Illustrates and reinforces the concepts discussed in NURS 100. Skills learning focuses on assessment, basic nursing interventions, client safety, and concerns of the long-term care patient. The course consists of 100 laboratory and clinical hours. Clinical/Health requirements of hosting facilities include American Heart Association BLS CPR, physical exam, background check, drug/ alcohol screening, and immunizations. PREREQUISITE(S): BIOL 130, BIOL 131 with a grade of C or better. COREQUISITE(S): NURS 100. Three hours lab and four hours clinical each week.

2 semester hours

Requires admission to the Practical Nursing program (permission of department, mandatory orientation).

Course Outcomes:
Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:

Comply with legal and ethical responsibilities related to standards in nursing practice.
Demonstrate proper documentation techniques that support accurate, thorough, and timely charting.
Demonstrate proper medication preparation using six rights.
Apply principles of the nursing process to an actual or simulated patient record.
Demonstrate proper assessment techniques when collecting data on patients.
Measure vital signs and compare to baseline vital signs.
Provide nursing care for patients that incorporates the knowledge of growth and development, prevention, and early detection.
Provide care to assist with the promotion and support of the emotional, mental, and social well-being of patients.
Provide comfort to patients and assistance in activities of daily living.
Collaborate with health care team members to facilitate effective patient care.
Review interventions that can assist in reducing the risk of patient injury.
Demonstrate the use of technology and informatics in the health care setting.
Perform basic drug calculations accurately.
Demonstrate proper techniques that support patient mobility and prevent complications of immobility.
Demonstrate hand hygiene and standard precautions.

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