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NRSG 123 - Transition to ASN Lab/Clinical


PREREQUISITES: Admission to the ASN Program Transition Track (Medical Assistant to ASN Transition Track, Hospital Medic to ASN Track, Paramedic to ASN Transition Track)
COREQUISITES: NRSG 122 - Introduction to ASN Transition  
PREREQUISITES/COREQUISITE: APHY 102 - Anatomy and Physiology II  

PROGRAM: Nursing
CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
LAB HOURS MIN: 2
CLINICAL - NURSING HOURS MIN: 6
DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2020

Simulated patient care provides an opportunity to develop the psychomotor skills necessary to provide nursing care to meet patient needs. Emphasis is placed on the use of standard precautions, provision of a safe care environment, and maintenance of patient privacy and basic principles of documentation. Examines the role of the associate degree nurse. Clinical experiences are provided to assist the student in identifying appropriate nursing interventions for health needs. Provides opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge and ethical, culturally competent, and holistic care for adults experiencing increasingly-complex alterations in health. The nursing process provides the framework for problem solving and critical thinking in providing nursing care.

MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

  1. Demonstrate responsibility and accountability in the provision of caring, respectful and individualized patient-centered care based on patient values, clinical skills and evidence-based practice. (SLO 1, 6, 7)
  2. Integrate understanding of multiple dimensions of care to provide patient-centered care with sensitivity and respect for the diversity of human experience. (SLO 1, 6)
  3. Demonstrate nursing skills utilized in meeting needs of patients through the effective use of technology and standardized practices that support safety and quality and reduce risk of harm to self or others. (SLO 1, 3, 7)
  4. Demonstrate effective use of technology, terminology, and evidence-based practices to accurately document simulated and actual patient care. (SLO 3)
  5. Function effectively within the scope of practice of an associate degree nurse within the inter/intraprofessional team to achieve quality, individualized patient care. (SLO 1, 7)
  6. Apply the principles of individualized teaching-learning to patient care. (SLO 5)
  7. Perform assessments appropriate to the patient’s clinical status in a timely, organized, and efficient manner. (SLO 1, 4).
  8. Demonstrate effective communication techniques when interacting with patients, their significant others, and members of the inter/intraprofessional healthcare team. (SLO 5)
  9. Utilize the nursing process to provide ethical, culturally competent and holistic care for adults experiencing increasingly complex alterations in health. (SLO 4, 6)
  10. Demonstrate proficiency in increasingly complex drug dosage calculations and medication administration while promoting a safe patient environment. (SLO 1)


COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

Philosophical concepts related to individuals, environment, nursing, health, and the nursing education process.

Assessment/Managing Care

  • Physical assessment
  • Vital signs
  • Height/weight/measurements
  • I & O
  • Drug dosage calculation
  • Introduction to care planning
  • Therapeutic communication
  • Nursing documentation
  • Information management
  • Safety
  • Hand washing
  • Standard precautions
  • Medication administration
  • Restraints
  • Reporting/continuity of care/safe patient handoff
  • Inflammation and Infection
  • Sterile technique
  • Personal Protective Equipment
  • Mobility
  • Mobility/positioning/transfers/devices
  • ROM
  • Tissue Integrity
  • Hygiene
  • Wound Care
  • Bed making
  • Urinary and Bowel Elimination
  • Elimination devices
  • Specimen Collection
  • BSC/urinals/catheter care/bedpans
  • Metabolism
  • Oral feedings
  • Nutritional and fluid support
  • Fluid and Electrolytes
  • IV Therapy
  • Oxygenation and Perfusion
  • Oxygen and airway maintenance
  • Sensory Perception/Intracranial Regulation
  • Perioperative Care

CLINICAL:

  • Practical application of the theoretical content presented in NRSG 122
  • Care of adult patients experiencing non-complex alterations in health
  • Applications of content presented in the campus laboratory
  • Application of:
  • Nursing process
  • Teaching-learning process
  • Therapeutic communication

 
Course Addendum - Syllabus (Click to expand)