Includes study of the Orem Model of Nursing, physical assessment, fluids and electrolytes, IV therapy, communication, patient teaching and stress management.
Emphasis is on the nursing process and learning of psychomotor skills required for sophomore year.
Study of psychosocial requisites and deficits of adult and geriatric clients utilizing cognitive steps of the nursing process. Pharmacological, psychotherapeutic and nursing approaches are discussed. Application of NS 200 concepts in clinical laboratory. Emphasizes assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation involved in dealing with client's psychosocial requisites and deficits. Includes principles of leadership, nursing in various settings, and the legal and ethical responsibilities of the registered nurse.