NRSG 232 - Foundations of Nursing

Credit(s): 3

Prerequisite(s): BIOH 201, CHMY 121, M 121 or M 122 or M 140 or M 171, WRIT 101, and acceptance into the Registered Nursing ASN program.
Corequisite(s): NRSG 233.
This course provides opportunities to develop competencies necessary to meet the needs of individuals throughout the lifespan in a safe, legal, and ethical manner using the nursing process. Students learn concepts and skills necessary for maintaining standard precautions, physical, psychological and nutritional safety, along with skills needed in therapeutic interventions. Students are introduced to the concepts of professional nursing, patient needs, safety, communication, teaching/learning, critical thinking, ethical-legal, rural nursing, cultural and ethnic diversity, and interdisciplinary patient-centered care. (Fall and Spring Semesters)

Course Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of the course, students will be able to

Describe the RN role in the provision of safe and effective patient care through the application of the nursing process and utilization of sound nursing judgement to a culturally diverse patient population.
Identify and describe the professional identity of a RN in regards to the communication and interpersonal skills necessary to function as a member of the health care team.
Identify the RN’s role in assessment, education, and support in health and wellness, and the promotion of optimal health and nutrition across the life span.
Identify legal and ethical issues related to the role of the RN.
Utilize available research to identify best evidence based practices for the RN
Express, interpret, or modify ideas to communicate effectively.