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NURS 111 - Practicum I


Credits: 4
This course applies theory from NURS 101 . The focus is on the management of care for all age groups in the acute care environment.
Course Outcomes:
 

  1. Identify ways in which research/nursing science, current standards of practice, clinical experience, and patient preferences are used to make nursing judgments.
  2. Plan and provide safe, holistic nursing care that is individualized to address patients diverse preferences, values and needs.
  3. Effectively use interpersonal communication and management principles when working with health care team members to promote optimal health outcomes and minimize risk of harm.
  4. Use technology to obtain and communicate information, enhance patient safety, and support decision-making within professional, ethical and legal standards.
  5. Identify ways to improve the quality, value, and safety of patient care by using data.
  6. Demonstrate professional behaviors that are consistent with moral/ethical and legal principles, that adhere to regulatory guidelines and standard-based care, and which promote the profession of nursing.

Course Topics:
 

  1. Administration of IV Fluids and IVPB Medications
  2. IV Site Care
  3. Pharmacologic and Herbal Therapies
  4. Care of the Surgical Client
  5. Care of Tubes and Drains
  6. Insulin Administration
  7. Respiratory assessment and Care
  8. Tracheotomy Care
  9. Management of orthopedic Devices (Splints, Casts, Positioning Devices)
  10. Patient Education
  11. Electronic Health Record
  12. Lab Value Analysis I

LAB Credits: 4
LAB hours per week: 8
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Nursing Program; Grade C or better in NURS 100  and NURS 110  or Instructor Permission.
Corequisite(s): NURS 101 .
Course Attribute(s): None
OEE Permitted: No
Grading Basis: Graded
Instructor/Department Consent Required: No Consent
CIP Code: 51.3801
Default Section Size/Cap: 75
Quarter(s) offered:
  • Winter