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May 05, 2024
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MCCC College Catalog 2022-23 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
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PNUR 121 - Fundamentals of Practical Nursing
Credit Hours: 8
Billable Contact Hours: 15
Prerequisites: ENGL 151 , PSYCH 151 , BIOL 257 , MATH 092 or qualifying score on accepted placement tests, and Admission to Practical Nursing Program
Corequisite: HLTSC 120 , BIOL 258 must be successfully completed prior to or concurrently
Session Cycle: WI
This course is the foundation from which other nursing courses build and expand. The focus of the course is on meeting the needs of patients experiencing a change in health status and the provision of basic nursing care. Nursing theory and the program’s philosophy are introduced. Students are introduced to the nursing process as a basis for planning and implementing care of the adult patient. Special focus is placed on the diverse needs of the older adult. Instruction is provided in the classroom, nursing skills lab, and clinical settings.
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