NUR 1302 - Current Concepts In Nursing 2 Credits
The focus of this two-credit hour, web-enhanced course is to introduce the LPN/LVN to concepts related to the transition and socialization toward associate degree (A.D.) education and the Registered Nurse role. The course provides learning in relation to the NPC Nursing Philosophy and an introduction to NPC A.D. nursing curricular concepts. Selected NUR 1108 Nursing Process I topics are examined in an effort to develop the LPN/LVN knowledge base to a level consistent with that of the RN student entering NUR 1208 Nursing Process II . A major focus is communication, role transition, and the use of the nursing process in relation to physical, emotional, social, intellectual, and spiritual responses. There is no clinical component to the course.
Prerequisite: Graduation from a state approved PN or LVN educational program, Unencumbered LPN/LVN license in all states registered (must include Arkansas), Officially admitted to the NPC Nursing Program or with departmental approval, Minimum of 90% score on the Dosage Calculation Exam.
CHEM 1104 Chemistry For Non-Majors* , MATH 1123 College Algebra* , BIOL 2234 Anatomy & Physiology II* and CIS 1023 Introduction to Computing* or other evidence of computer literacy, all passed with a grade of “C” or better
Pre or Corequisite: ENG 1113 English Composition I*
Corequisite: Spring Enrollment - LPN to RN: NUR 1201 Critical Thinking Applications II , NUR 1208 Nursing Process II . WIthdrawal from NUR 1201 and/or NUR 1208 results in withdrawal from all 3 classes.
Course Level Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1. Contrast the role and responsibility of the practical and registered nurse in the acute care, long term care, and rehab settings. (PLO 8)
2. Identify personal learning needs, feelings, and reactions related to the role change from LPN to RN. (PLO 8)
3. Compare and contrast the steps of the nursing process. (PLO 3, 7)
4. Distinguish between the responsibilities of the RN and the role of the LPN in assessment and developing the plan of care. (PLO 8)
5. Integrate essential elements associated with critical thinking in application of the nursing process in scenario based clinical situations. (PLO 3, 7)
6. Apply principles of the nursing process and fluid and electrolyte imbalances in the scenario based learning environment. (PLO 4, 5)
7. Formulate a guide to assist you and your peers in providing culturally, ethnically, and socially-sensitive nursing care. (PLO 5)
8. Recognize facilitators and blockers of therapeutic communication. (PLO 6)
9. Recognize the value of collaborative communication in the health care environment. (PLO 2, 6, 7)
10. Demonstrate effective documentation using sensory based and measurable based terms in a scenario based clinical setting. (PLO 6)
11. Demonstrates responsibility for self-development and accountability through the use of appropriate resources. (PLO 7)
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