PNUR 1012 - Fundamentals of Practical Nursing

Academic Division:

Health Sciences

Academic Discipline:

Practical Nursing

Assistant Dean: Leesa Cox, MBA, PTA

6 Credit(s)
This introductory course begins the study of the nursing process as it relates to meeting basic human needs of individuals in all age groups. Emphasis is placed upon principles of nursing care, performance of safe nursing measures, development of observational skills, and recording. Communication methods and nurse-patient relationships, health and health care organizations, and the role of the practical nurse as a member of the health care team are explored. Emphasis is placed upon increasingly complex principles of nursing care and performance of safe nursing measures as the semester progresses. UG

3 Lecture Hour(s);

Required Concurrent Course(s): Take PNUR 1012C , PNUR 1012L ;

Required as Prerequisite or Concurrent Course(s): Take BIOL 1730 , BIOL 1101 , PNUR 1030

College Wide Outcomes

College-Wide Learning Outcome	Assessments - - How it is met & When it is met
Communication – Written
Communication – Speech
Intercultural Knowledge and Competence
Critical Thinking
Information Literacy
Quantitative Literacy

Student Learning Outcomes for Course

Outcomes	Assessments – How it is met & When it is met
1. Demonstrate knowledge and apply concepts of medical and surgical asepsis.*	Unit and final exams (weeks 4, 7, 11 & 16) College lab skill testing- all skills include hand hygiene and application of other medical asepsis practices (weeks 3, 7, 8 & 13) College lab skill testing with application of surgical asepsis practices (dry sterile dressing & injections) (weeks 8 & 13) Clinical lab—included on clinical lab evaluation (weeks 8 & 15)
2. Discuss concepts of health, the health care team, health care agencies, the role of the practical nurse, and legal aspects of nursing.	Unit and final exams (weeks 4, 7, 11 & 16) Clinical lab evaluation includes assessment of the student’s ability to function as a health team member (weeks 8 & 15)
3. Utilize the nursing process in assisting selected patients with unmet basic needs. a. Use data collection skills. b. Begin to identify unmet basic human needs. c. With instructor’s guidance, implement nursing measures identified by the individual plan of care. d. Begin to evaluate nursing care given.	Unit & final exams (weeks 4, 7, 11 & 16) Clinical lab evaluation includes assessment of the student’s ability to apply the nursing process in clinical situations with guidance (weeks 8 & 15)
4. Utilize effective communication techniques to establish therapeutic nurse-patient relationships.* a. Begin to identify psychosocial stressors which interfere with meeting basic human needs. b. Begin to utilize therapeutic techniques.	Unit and final exams (week 4, 7, 11 & 16) Resident interview activity in clinical lab (week 2) Clinical lab evaluation at end of each clinical rotation (weeks 8 & 15)
5. Perform nursing procedures following the criteria listed on the critical skills sheet.*	Unit and final exams (week 7, 11 & 16 ) College lab skills testing of selected skills (weeks 3, 7, 8 & 13) Clinical lab evaluation includes assessment of the student’s ability to safely perform skills at end of each clinical rotation (weeks 8 & 15)
6. Apply concepts and principles related to common nursing interventions such as a. Meeting hygiene & elimination needs b. Promoting mobility c. Promoting a safe environment d. Therapeutic communication e. Measuring vital signs f. Meeting sleep & rest needs g. Cultural Diversity h. Administering medications i. Pain management j. Admission, discharge and transfer procedures k. Infection control measures l. Perioperative care m. Wound management n. Meeting nutrition & hydration needs o. Meeting psychosocial needs p. Terminal illness	Cultural Diversity Assignment Unit and final exams (weeks 4, 7, 11 & 16) College lab skills testing of skills (weeks 3, 7, 8 & 13) Clinical lab evaluation includes assessment of the student’s ability to apply selected concepts while providing supervised patient care at end of each clinical rotation (weeks 8 & 15)
7. Communicate with patients and health team members in an effort to meet overt basic health needs of selected adults.*	Unit and final exams (weeks 4, 7, 11 & 16) Clinical lab evaluation includes assessment of the student’s ability to communicate with clients and members of the health care team at end of each clinical rotation (weeks 8 & 15)
8. Function as an effective beginning team member in selected situations. * a. Report pertinent information to appropriate team member. b. Record essential data according to policies of clinical agency. c. Work cooperatively with other team members. d. Accept guidance from appropriate health team members	Clinical lab evaluations reflect the student’s ability to effectively function as a health team member at end of each clinical rotation (weeks 8 & 15)
9. Describe physiological, psychological, and sociological impact of aging.	Unit and final exams (weeks 4, 7, 11 & 16)
10. Demonstrate ability to meet program requirements as listed in handbook. *	Clinical lab evaluation includes assessment of the student’s ability to adhere to the dress code and other clinical policies at end of each clinical rotation (week 8 and week 15). Unit test grades reflect penalties for handing in assignments late (weeks 4, 7, 11, & 16)
11. Demonstrate proficiency in basic mathematical skills*	Unit and final exams include calculations where appropriate (e.g., I&O, measurement) (weeks 4, 7, 11, & 16) College lab skill evaluation of medication administration can include dosage calculation (week 8)

* Mandatory clinical objectives.

Standard Grading Scale
93-100 A

90 - 92 A-

87- 89 B+

83 - 86 B

80 -82 B-

77- 79 C+

73 - 76 C

70 -72 C-

67- 69 D+

63 - 66 D

60 -62 D-

00- 59 F

Statement on Diversity
North Central State College believes that every student is a valued and equal member of the community.* Every student brings different experiences to the College, and all are important in enriching academic life and developing greater understanding and appreciation of one another. Therefore, NC State College creates an inclusive culture in which students feel comfortable sharing their experiences. Discrimination and prejudice have no place on the campus, and the College takes any complaint in this regard seriously. Students encountering aspects of the instruction that result in barriers to their sense of being included and respected should contact the instructor, assistant dean, or dean without fear of reprisal.

*Inclusive of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin (ancestry), military status (past, present or future), disability, age (40 years or older), status as a parent during pregnancy and immediately after the birth of a child, status as a parent of a young child, status as a foster parent, genetic information, or sexual orientation,

Standard NCSC Course Policies
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