Transfers ToCSUDescriptionThis entry-level nursing course integrates the components of theory, clinical and simulation that focus on evidence-based, patient-centered basic nursing care of the medical-surgical adult patients in acute and long-term care settings. Emphasis is placed on assessment of risk factors affecting patient's health and wellness. Students begin to utilize the nursing process and begin to integrate Maslow's Hierarchy of Human Needs concept to assess and analyze the needs of patients to formulate and organize a plan of care. Pharmacological principles specific to basic medical/surgical patients are discussed. The course builds upon concepts introduced in Nursing 266; Professional standards, patient advocacy, spiritual-cultural diversity, legal/ethical issues, effective communication and collaboration with members of the healthcare team.Usually HeldThu Fri 6:30am–4:05pm, Wed 8:00am–10:20am 