RNUR 1125 - Transition Concepts in Nursing

7 Credit(s)
This course recognizes and builds on the previous education and work experience of the L.P.N. Emphasis of study is upon utilization of the nursing process to maintain and/or restore optimal level health for individuals with common recurring health problems. Theoretical content and clinical experiences focus on the stress adaptation process as it relates to the basic human needs of oxygenation, nutrition and elimination, activity and rest, safety and security, mental health and behavioral adjustment, and sexual role satisfaction. Theory regarding stress adaptation, therapeutic communication, nutrition, developmental levels/tasks, pharmacology, culture, community resources, and ethical/legal boundaries is integrated into the course. Laboratory and clinical experiences are planned to review and enrich knowledge of technical skills and nursing care. Some evening experiences may be scheduled during the semester. It is designed to assist the student who is a Licensed Practical Nurse (L.P.N.) to make the transition into the advanced level RNUR courses. UG

5 Lecture Hour(s);

Required Prerequisite Course(s): Take RNUR 1030 PSYC 1010 PSYC 2010 , BIOL 1101 , BIOL 2752
Required Concurrent Course(s): Take RNUR 1125L and RNUR 1125C
Required as Prerequisite or Concurrent Course(s): Take ENGL 1010