NUR121 Fundamental Concepts in Nursing (6 Credits)
Contact Hours: 12 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 9
This course introduces concepts basic to nursing with an emphasis on the nursing process and assessment skills. Technical nursing skills to maintain, restore, and/or promote basic health care are presented. The health care needs of the older adult are examined. Content also includes an explanation of the historical perspectives of nursing as it impacts on the present associate degree nurse as a member within the profession of nursing and the health care delivery system. Select legal, ethical and social issues affecting nursing are addressed. CTAG CTADNUR002 approved Spring 2012.