NURS 113 - Fundamentals of Nursing

(TP/SS only)

Introduces the theoretical concepts of clinical reasoning, nursing process, teaching-learning, culture, caring, growth and development, evidence-based practice, delegation, conflict and basic human needs as they relate to nursing care. Psychomotor and affective skills are taught and practices. PRE- or COREQUISITE(S): BIOL 212 , NURS 121 , either PSYC 102 or PSYC 203 ; or consent of program coordinator. COREQUISITE(S): NURS 114 . Three hours lecture/discussion, 12 hours laboratory each week. Formerly NU 113.

7 semester hours

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 professional behavior.
Apply basic principles of evidence based practice.
Apply the nursing process, integrating the 5 dimensions of person, in nursing practice.
Demonstrate various teaching methodologies in diverse professional practice settings.
Apply theories of growth and development across the life span to enhance patient care.
Demonstrate nursing care interventions in diverse practice settings.
Apply the concepts of cultural diversity and their influence on nursing care.
Demonstrate the concept of caring and advocacy when providing nursing care.
Demonstrate various methods of communication utilized in nursing practice.
Discuss the principles of delegation.
Apply techniques of conflict resolution in the health care environment.
Demonstrate the use of technology and informatics in the health care setting.
Apply the principles of safety when providing nursing care.

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