NUR 150 Application of the Nursing Process
A discussion of the nursing process: assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation as it relates to patient care. Critical thinking, communication skills, professional practice, and legal and ethical issues as they relate to the nursing process, are among topics discussed. Application of the nursing process is evaluated through the development of nursing care plans, selective case studies and actual clinical patients. May be required for students seeking advanced placement in nursing and those returning to nursing after an absence of two or more years. Recommended for any student currently enrolled in the nursing program desiring enrichment in nursing process and written care plans. May be used to fulfill two (2) credits of nursing electives. Prerequisites: GPN or current enrollment in nursing program.