This course emphasizes the art and science of nursing, focusing on the development of nursing care and assessment. Learners will apply nursing knowledge through the practice of clinical decision making, nursing assessments, and nursing interventions aimed at the promotion of health, independence, and comfort. Classroom, laboratory, simulation, and other practice experiences will assist learners to integrate theory from other Access courses to provide sage, competent, and ethical nursing care with clients.

Prerequisites: PNUR099 Anatomy and Physiology for Practical Nurses

Corequisites: APNP130 Professional Communication A, APNP131 Professional Practice A, APNP132 Health Promotion A, APNP133 Variations In Health A, APNP134 Pharmacology A

Restrictions: Must be in the Access to Practical Nursing program (APN2)

Lecture Hours: 75

Lab Hours: 105