1.00 Credits
This course will introduce nursing and the role of the Licensed Practical Nurse in today's health care system. It examines the healthcare system and methods of delivery of nursing care. It examines the concepts of health, illness, stress, and health promotion. It presents the holistic approach to promoting wellness. It addresses the cultural, educational, social, legal, and ethical aspects that influence nursing care. It provides information on guidelines for patient safety and infection control, specifically identifying risk factors and strategies utilized in the care of patients to promote health