NUR 1010 - Introduction to Nursing-AS

2 class hours 2 Credit(s)
Prerequisite(s): BSC 1093C, MAC 1105 or higher or STA 2023, acceptance to Nursing Program
Co-requisite(s): NUR 1142, NUR 1061, NUR 1061L (for the evening program)
This course is one of the first nursing courses in the curriculum. The student is introduced to the client and to the health care environment, the nature of professional nursing, and professional standards in nursing practice. Basic concepts related to communication, family systems, recognition of cultural diversity, stress and adaptation, caring, ethical and legal issues, client education and teaching are introduced. Other topics addressed include: medical terminology, critical thinking and the nursing process, test taking, the NCLEX examination, and other available resources to support nursing education. The Edison State College Nursing Program’s philosophy, curriculum framework, and program outcomes are presented. This course requires some basic computer skills and WebCT. The instructor will demonstrate WebCT in the class.