NUR210: Physical and Mental Health I

Class Program
Credits 5

This course focuses on the patient/client across the life span with acute major health problems. The curriculum builds upon knowledge of scientific principles and utilization of critical thinking. Nursing process,interpersonal communication, stress adaptation, cultural competence and environmental influences are integrated. The structured acute care setting and the on-campus nursing laboratory are primarily utilized for application of nursing knowledge and development of clinical skills. Campus laboratory experiences are assigned in addition to class and clinical schedule. See Instructor Course Outline.

Prerequisites

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for Health Care Providers

*NUR133 Health Assessment for Nurses (LPNs admitted to NUR210 and NUR210L)

Corequisites

*HEA200 Pharmacology

*BIO281 Microbiology

*Highly recommended these courses are taken before admission to the Nursing Program.

Semester Offered
Fall