PRN 0000C

Fundamentals for Practical Nursing (10)

Vocational hours: 300

Corequisite: PRN 0020 and PRN 0500 and PRN 0070

Classification: PSAV

Within the role of the practical nurse, PN, and using the nursing principles as the framework, students will apply knowledge and nursing skills needed for basic nursing care of diverse adults in long-term and acute care settings. Standard precautions, comfort, a safe environment, as well as therapeutic skills will be included. The student will also demonstrate communication skills, medication calculation, medication administration and basic computer skills. A basic introduction to the practical nurse's role in health care and its accompanying legal and ethical roles, and the PN as a lifelong learner are explored. The class concludes with pre- and post-op nursing care. (an average of 20 contact hours per week; 16-week semester)