PNN 123 - Nursing Theory I
7.0 Credits
Total Lecture Hours: 105
Total Lab Hours: 0
Total Clinical Hours: 0
Total Work-Based Experience Hours: 0
Course Description:
This theory course is a co-requisite with PNN-124 Introduction to Nursing and PNN-125 Applied Nursing Practice I for the practical nurse diploma program. This course focuses on the physical assessment of the adult patient and introduces nursing process, clinical judgment, documentation, environmental safety, infection control, nutrition, and the health-illness continuum. A foundation in pharmacology and medication administration is provided. Skills and technology utilized in the routine care of adult patients in traditional health care settings are presented. This course will prepare the student with theoretical nursing knowledge and skills needed for entry level practical nursing practice. This course will also prepare the student for the national examination for practical nurse licensure.
Corequisites: PSY-121 Developmental Psychology, PNN-124 Introduction to Nursing, and PNN-125 Applied Nursing Practice I.
Prerequisites: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), BIO-168 Human Anatomy & Physiology I with lab, BIO-173 Human Anatomy & Physiology II with lab, BIO-151 Nutrition
Mode(s) of Instruction: Traditional/Face-to-Face
Course Fees: Testing Charge: $662.50
Student Learning Outcomes and Objectives:
Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Develop beginning knowledge and skills of the physical assessment. (Patient Centered Care, Clinical Judgment)
2. Recognize basic nursing care needs of adults with common problems along the health-illness continuum. (Patient-Centered Care)
3. Begin to recognize priority nursing interventions that promote safe and effective care. (Safe and Effective Care, Clinical Judgment)
4. Apply general principles for legal and safe administration of medications. (Safe and Effective Care, Clinical Judgment)
5. Describe guidelines for effective documentation. (Communication)
Course Objectives:
Unit 1: Safety & Infection Control
Unit 2: Documentation
Unit 3: Assessment
Unit 4: Medication Administration 1
Unit 5: Elimination
Unit 6: Skin Integrity
Unit 7: Pain & Comfort
Unit 8: Medication Administration 2
Unit 9: Nutrition
Unit 10: Health Promotion
Unit 11: End-of-life
Unit 12: Medication Administration 3
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