Intro to Practical Nursing

This course provides the student with an overview of the historical development of nursing in general, and the roles and responsibilities of the practical nurse in particular. Nursing is introduced to students within the framework of Maslow's basic hierarchy of human needs and the nursing process. Emphasis will be placed on assisting the student to acquire skills in gathering information, which will be needed to build a solid foundation for success in the nursing program. Students will also be introduced to the concepts of the PN Program framework which include human beings, nursing, education and society.