Exploration of the profession of nursing including the Wesleyan philosophy and curriculum. An introduction to basic nursing knowledge organized around the concepts of humankind, environment, health, and nursing. Development of novice knowledge and skills in the art and science of nursing. Examination of the nursing process, health needs, and professional roles. Psychomotor skills are introduced.
Emphasis is on the development of skills to complete a comprehensive health assessment.
The nursing role of provider of care, incorporating advocate, counselor and teacher roles, is presented. Completing health history interviews and assessments and relating client data to anticipated normal findings and common deviations for each age group are emphasized. Pharmacology and Drug Therapy Introduction to general principles of pharmacology and drug therapy, with emphasis on major drug classifications. Principles of pharmacodynamics and cultural, legal and ethical issues relating to drug therapy are presented. The application of the nursing process to clients experiencing common health problems with emphasis on adult health nursing.