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NURS 200 - Foundations of Professional Nursing

3 Credits
This course introduces the student to the history, philosophy, art and science of professional nursing. We discuss the historical development of the profession, and Nightingale’s philosophical basis for practice. Emphasis on legal and ethical considerations of practice, documentation and licensure. The nursing process is introduced along with patient’s rights, confidentiality and informed consent. All material is presented with a multicultural focus, preparing the student to work with diverse populations.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 170 - Principles of Inorganic and Organic Chemistry  and CHEM 240 - Biochemistry of the Human Body  

CHEM 240 may be taken concurrently with advisor permission

 
Other: Nursing majors only


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