NS V10 - Foundations of Nursing Practice

    Recent Professors
    Charlene Paragas
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Spring 2025, Fall 2024
    Class Size
    10 students
    Credits
    9
    Prerequisite
    ANAT V01 ; MICR V01 ; PHSO V01 ; and CD V03 or PSY V05 or concurrent enrollment in either course
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of NS V10
    Transfers To
    CSUCSU GE Area B2
    Description
    This course provides an introduction to nursing and roles of the nurse in micro and macro-systems, as well as profession related and patient care concepts. The theoretical foundation for comprehensive health assessment and nursing skills is presented. Assessment focuses on taking a thorough nursing history, performing physiological, psychological, sociological, cultural, and spiritual assessments, as well as identification of stressors and health risks. Emphasis is placed on the knowledge and skills needed to provide safe, quality care. An introduction to the nursing process provides a decision-making framework to assist students in developing effective clinical judgment skills. Students are given opportunities to demonstrate these skills in laboratory and clinical settings.
    Usually Held
    Mon 10:00am–12:50pm, Mon 2:30pm–4:20pm, Thu Fri 6:30am–12:20pm, Tue Wed 6:30am–12:20pm