NURS 112 - Concepts of Nursing Fundamentals

Credit Hours 4
Lecture: 2 Lab: 5
This course introduces the art and science of nursing utilizing the principles of the nursing process, QSEN competencies, and the NCSBN test plan. This introductory course focuses on basic nursing concepts, skills, and attitudes to provide safe and competent care across the lifespan while integrating personal preferences of the patient. Some concepts include legal, ethical, culture, spirituality, nutrition, asepsis, infection, and elimination. Students will gain an introduction in pharmacological concepts, enabling them to understand how drugs affect the human body. The clinical portion of the course introduces assessment, communication, and select psychomotor skills in practice and simulation labs in preparation for clinical practice. Prerequisites Admission into the nursing program. CPR certification, and CNA Certification required. BIO 250, BIO 251, BIO 240, COMM 101, ENG 101, HEAL 109, NURS 100, PSYC 101. All of the general education courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better prior to submitting a nursing application. A four-credit hour general education elective must be completed prior to graduation.
Concurrent NURS 122 with minimum grade C, prior to or concurrent.
Is course repeatable for credit? No
Variable Hour Exist No
Mode of Delivery Traditional, Hybrid
Is this a Human Relations/Diversity Course? No
Is this an International Course? No
Semesters Offered Fall, Spring