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PNN 225 - Applied Nursing Practice II


3.0 Credits
Total Lecture Hours: 0
Total Lab Hours: 0
Total Clinical Hours: 135
Total Work-Based Experience Hours: 0

Course Description:
This clinical course is a requirement with PNN-223 Nursing Theory II and PNN-224 PN Capstone for the practical nurse diploma program. This course provides an opportunity for students to apply Nursing Theory II in real or simulated settings with clients throughout the lifespan. Emphasis is placed on applying clinical judgement with the nursing process to implement holistic, patient-centered care. This course will prepare the student with clinical knowledge needed for entry level practical nursing practice. This course will also prepare the student for the national examination for practical nurse licensure. 

Corequisites: PNN-223 Nursing Theory II, and PNN-224 PN Capstone
Prerequisites: PNN 123 Nursing Theory I, PNN-124 Introduction to Nursing, and PNN-125 Applied Nursing Practice I
Mode(s) of Instruction: Traditional/Face-to-Face

Course Fees: Simulation Fee: $50.00

Student Learning Outcomes and Objectives:
Student Learning Outcomes: 

1.  Utilize clinical judgment in applying components of the nursing process with individuals across the lifespan and along the health-illness continuum. (Clinical Judgment, Patient-Centered Care) 

2.  Demonstrate professional standards of practical nursing in a variety of healthcare settings. (Safe and Effective Care, Professionalism, Communication) 

3.  Participate in communication with patients across the lifespan and members of the health care team. (Communication, Professionalism, Safe and Effective Care) 

4.  Provide nursing care to patients across the lifespan and along the health-illness continuum. (Patient-Centered Care, Safe and Effective Care, Clinical Judgment) 

Course Objectives:

1. Perform comprehensive assessment of patients across the lifespan. 

2. Utilize the nursing process to plan patient care across the lifespan. 

3. Identify medication information in preparation for administration. 

4. Document accurate assessment findings and care provided. 

5. Evaluate his/her own self through daily journaling. 

6. Demonstrate nursing skills within the scope of the licenses practical nurse across the lifespan. 

7. Utilize communication skills to maintain working relationships with patients, families, and members of the health team. 

8. Demonstrate the affective attributes pertinent to the role of the licensed nurse: 

  • Accept responsibility for own actions 
  • Respect individual work, uniqueness, and differences in values 
  •  Value cultural identity 
  •  Accept own potential and limitations 
  •  Demonstrate commitment to high quality in own nursing practice 
  •  Assess the effect of communication on the interpersonal process 
  •  Promote patient’s right to privacy 



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