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Mar 17, 2026
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RNUR 1012 - Nursing Fundamentals I
Academic Division: Nursing (01282)
3 Credit(s)
In this course, students are introduced to the concepts of basic human needs. Critical thinking, ethical-legal, nursing history, and the program’s philosophy of nursing are emphasized. The role of the nurse as a member of the healthcare team is emphasized throughout the course. Acquisition of basic nursing skills will prepare students to deliver safe and appropriate care in accordance with the standards of professional nursing practice. Skills performed in the nursing laboratory facilitate the transfer of knowledge from the classroom to the delivery of client care. Students will demonstrate emerging competency in the performance of basic nursing procedures in the lab setting. 0.5 Clinical Hour(s);
0.5 Lab Hour(s)
2 Lecture Hour(s);
Required Prerequisite Course(s): BIOL- 2751, PSYC- 1010,
Required Concurrent Course(s): RNUR 1030
College Wide Outcomes
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College-Wide Learning Outcome
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Assessments - - How it is met & When it is met
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Communication – Written
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Communication – Speech
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Intercultural Knowledge and Competence
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Critical Thinking
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Information Literacy
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Quantitative Literacy
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Student Learning Outcomes for Course
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Outcomes
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Assessments – How it is met
& When it is met
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- Identify basic therapeutic communication principles while caring for the adult client. (I, II, III, IV, V. VI)
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Clinical Evaluation Tool Week 7
Exams-Week 2-7
Final- week 8
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- Demonstrate competency in the safe performance of nursing procedures built on evidenced based practice.
(I, II, III, IV, V, VI)
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Clinical Evaluation Tool Week 7
Skills Testing
Exams-Week 2-7
Final- week 8
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- Identify the professional elements, including legal and ethical aspects, of nursing practice that are essential for the role of the nurse. (I, II, III, IV, V, VI)
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Clinical Evaluation Tool Week 7
Exams-Week 2-7
Final- week 8
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- Identify assessment findings & other clinical data, including developmental levels & tasks across the lifespan.
(I, II, III, IV, V, VI)
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Clinical Evaluation Tool Week 7
Exams-Week 2-7
Final- week 8
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- Develop clinical judgment using the nursing process while conducting basic physical assessment and a basic health history in the adult client.
(I, II, III, IV, V, VI)
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Clinical Evaluation Tool Week 7
Clinical Paperwork
Exams-Week 2-7
Final- week 8
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- Define members of the interdisciplinary team and their role in the care of the client. (III, VI)
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Clinical Evaluation Tool Week 7
Exams-Week 2-7
Final- week 8
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Standard Grading Scale
Undergraduate
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