NURP 104 Foundations of Nursing Practice*
This course provides the foundation of knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for safe, effective practical nursing practice. Students learn fundamental nursing concepts, including the nursing process, communication, infection control, safety, basic nursing skills, and introduction to quality improvement. Emphasis is placed on patient-centered care, professionalism, teamwork, and the development of clinical judgment. Laboratory and simulation experiences allow students to apply concepts in a controlled environment prior to clinical practice.
NURP 104Foundations of Nursing Practice*
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I. General Information
Department
Nursing Technical
II. Course Specification
Course Type
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Credit Hours Narrative
4 credits
Semester Contact Hours Lecture
30
Semester Contact Hours Lab
30
Semester Contact Hours Clinical
45
Prerequisite Narrative
Formal acceptance into the Practical Nursing Program required. BIOL 105, BIOL 105L, ENGL 101, MATH 123, NURP 103, PSYC 101
Corequisite Narrative
NURP 105, NURP 117, NURP 140
III. Catalog Course Description
This course provides the foundation of knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for safe, effective practical nursing practice. Students learn fundamental nursing concepts, including the nursing process, communication, infection control, safety, basic nursing skills, and introduction to quality improvement. Emphasis is placed on patient-centered care, professionalism, teamwork, and the development of clinical judgment. Laboratory and simulation experiences allow students to apply concepts in a controlled environment prior to clinical practice.
IV. Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:
- Demonstrate initial application of the nursing process to provide safe, evidence-based, and person-centered care.
- Demonstrate fundamental psychomotor and communication skills in simulated or supervised care environments.
- Integrate principles of infection control, safety, nutrition, and quality improvement into the delivery of basic nursing care.
- Describe professional responsibilities, including ethics, legal principles, scope of practice, and accountability.
- Initiate the development of clinical judgment through reflection, prioritization, and guided decision-making.
- Engage in effective collaboration with peers and other healthcare team members in simulated or supervised care environments.
V. Topical Outline (Course Content)
VI. Delivery Methodologies