Learning opportunities will be provided in a variety of settings to facilitate this integration and application of theoretical knowledge in a reality based work setting. This course of study will focus on holistic nursing care to promote wellness in clients who have identified self-care deficits associated with well defined health deviations. The role of the practical nurse's utilization of the nursing process in provision of care for clients will be emphasized. Topics such as alterations in air exchange, mobility, and elimination, neurosensory and gastrointestinal function will be addressed. Students will participate in structured learning experiences, in a variety of health care agencies, to integrate theoretical knowledge with application of basic skills.
Content focuses on the roles of member within the discipline of nursing and manager of care.
Topic areas include legal and ethical aspects of nursing, scope of practice, licensure, management skills and transition from the student to graduate practical nurse.