| Description: | NURS 203 presents the philosophy of Associate Degree Nursing and provides the nursing knowledge, cognitive and clinical skills from Nursing 112, 150, and 152 that allows the transition of LPNs into the Associate Degree Nursing program. The class will be conducted in three modules. Module I (3 credit hours) focuses on the nursing process, critical thinking, the teaching and learning process, physical assessment, fluid and electrolytes, acid base, and transition from the LPN to RN role. Module II (1 credit hour) focuses on the management of the psychiatric client. Module III (3 credit hours) focuses on obstetrics and pediatrics. All students are required to take Module I. Students have the opportunity to proficiency out of Modules II and III. A student scoring 65% or better on the pre-tests and paying the appropriate fee for proficiency by exam will be awarded credit for NURS 150 and NURS 152. Results of pre-tests determine which other modules must be completed. Upon successful completion of this course and paying the appropriate fee for credit by advanced placement, students will receive credits for NURS 112, NURS 150, and NURS 152. Credits: 7 hours. |
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