NRSE 140 - Foundations of Nursing

    Recent Professors
    Ness Farin Rells, Erelyn Vinegas, Vasugi White, Leovita Ancheta Federe, Dorothy Lorraine Fis, Bernard Juco Decena, Zoren Kerr Mabalot Lumahan, Alison Virginia Palleschi and 1 more
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Fall 2025
    Class Size
    52–53 students
    Credits
    4.5
    Prerequisite
    BIOL 205 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course provides an introduction to nursing and the roles of the associate degree nurse, the nursing process, critical thinking, knowledge, and foundational skills necessary for beginning-level assessment and interventions (procedures) for adults. It also introduces the learner to the philosophy and conceptual framework of the nursing program. The emphasis is on meeting the client's basic needs throughout the life cycle. Introductory skills of client care are practiced in the skills and simulation laboratories with supervised clinical experiences in a variety of health settings. This course is intended for students enrolled in the first semester of the Associate of Science Degree in the Nursing.
    Usually Held
    Mon Thu 9:00am–11:10am