NUR 120 - Foundations of Nursing II

Institution:

Jackson State Community College

Subject:

Nursing

Description:

Pre-Req: NUR 110, BIOL 2020, PSYC 2130Co-Req: PSYC 1030This course focuses upon application of foundational nursing concepts across the life span, including childbearing, childrearing, and family systems, as well as theories of Maslow, Erikson, and Piaget and principles of pharmacology and medication therapies. Normal conditions are emphasized and deviations from the norm explored with emphasis upon the therapeutic use of drug classifications, prototypes, and mechanisms of action in caring for the client/client family experiencing changes in the wellness-illness continuum. Principles of adaptation, assessment, developmental stages, pathophysiology, pharmacotherapy, teaching and learning, prioritization of client needs and clinical decision making are used as the basis for client care. Laboratory and clinical learning experiences provide opportunities for the student to apply theory into practice while assisting clients adapt to changes in their health status and acquire optimum self-care behaviors. Practice-oriented roles and competencies of the Associate Degree nurse continue to be explored and practiced.

Credits:

0.00 - 10.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.jscc.edu

Phone Number:

(731) 424-3520

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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