RNSG 1910 Foundations of Nursing (4-12-8)

Using classroom, laboratory/simulation, and clinical experiences, this foundation course prepares students for subsequent nursing courses, professional nursing practice, and the healthcare environment. The nursing process is introduced as a framework to organize and deliver patient-centered care. Throughout the course, emphasis is placed on developing critical thinking, caring, competence, and fundamental nursing skills. Pharmacological principles are introduced and competency is achieved in dosage calculation and medication administration.

Program Fee: $450

Offered Fall

Prerequisite

Program admission, cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or higher, good academic standing, BIOL 2113 with a grade of C or higher, BIOL 2113L with a grade of C or higher, BIOL 2114 with a grade of C or higher, BIOL 2114L with a grade of C or higher, BIOL 2117 with a grade of C or higher, BIOL 2117L with a grade of C or higher, ENGL 1101 with a grade of C or higher, MATH 1101 with a grade of C or higher or MATH 1111 with a grade of C or higher

Corequisite

FSSE 1000 with a grade of C or higher, PSYC 1101 with a grade of C or higher