NUR 106 - Nursing I

Institution:

Lehigh Carbon Community College

Subject:

Practical Nursing

Description:

Introduction to the profession of nursing with an emphasis upon the nursing process, teaching-learning concepts, and the expectations and responsibilities of the Practical Nurse. Students study the basic human needs of individuals and the effects of illness upon the adult patient, the family and the community. Basic nursing skills are developed that enable students to care for individuals, families and communities. Evidence-based concepts of nutrition, therapeutic communication, asepsis, and care of the operative patient concepts are presented within the course. Ethical, legal, cultural, and spiritual responsibilities of nursing care are introduced. Nursing concepts are reinforced and applied through clinical laboratory experience in selected health care facilities and/or community agencies.

Credits:

11.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.lccc.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 799-2121

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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