Fundamentals of Nursing focuses on identifying, prioritizing, and integrating the hierarchy of basic human needs throughout the lifespan. Trans-cultural nursing concepts are introduced. This course explores intercultural communication as well as communications with different groups, genders and clients with special needs. It also emphasizes the communication process with other professionals, life’s losses, and documentation in the electronic age. Systemic problem-solving approach provides the organizational framework for a holistic approach to nursing care. Through theory and lab, this course introduces the principles and cognitive/motor skills essential to nursing practice. This includes: communication, the systematic problem-solving approach, vital signs, health assessment, body mechanics, aseptic techniques, client safety, nutritional needs, and care for adults of varying cultural and developmental stages. The application of the QSEN competencies to nursing practice is also addressed in this course through focus on safety and teamwork and collaboration. The student will begin to examine effective and appropriate delegation to other healthcare staff.
QSEN Competency Focus: Safety, Teamwork & Collaboration
- Teacher: Carmen Borges
- Teacher: Melissa Hammond