NURS 134 Foundations in Nursing Science
Introduces nursing as an art and science distinguished by humanistic caring. Focuses initially on self-assessment and the skills needed to achieve academic, personal, and professional success. Students explore the role of the professional nurse in health and wellness including, self- care and the care of patients. Individual differences, personal and professional values, beliefs, culture, interpersonal communication, the healthcare system, baccalaureate nursing, and the role of the nurse (as a change agent, wellness coach, collaborator, decision maker, and care manager) in the improvement of health are explored. In the laboratory students are introduced to self- assessment tools and techniques of mindful awareness, to determine individual health status. Common nursing interventions, actions, and stress and coping techniques used to meet the healthcare needs of patients across the lifespan and continuum of care are explored and applied. Students apply therapeutic use of self and basic nursing skills.
Prerequisite
Prerequisite or corequisite:
BIOL 206