PN 102A - Wellness Across the Lifespan I

Description:	PN 102A is the study of basic concepts, principles, and skills that are fundamental to the practice of nursing. Students will develop basic skills in utilizing the nursing process through application of Gordon's 11 functional patterns. The roles as caregiver, teacher, communicator, leader and advocate are introduced and practiced. Students will review the history and roles of the Licensed Practical Nurse, legal and ethical responsibilities, and health team relationships. Students will acquire the basic concepts in the care of the older adult in the long term care setting. Students are also introduced to the Core Values.
Credit hours:	4-6-6
Prerequisite(s):	completion of or concurrent enrollment in PN 101A, BIOL 202, and NURS 154
Applicability towards graduation:	Certificate or degree - All Certificates, AAS, ALS Group requirement - Not Applicable Area of concentration - Practical Nursing
Offered:	Offered in Fall.

Fall 2009 Offerings

Course	Sec	Beg	End	Days	Instructor	Notes
PN 102A	01	7:00a 9:00a	1:30p 1:00p	T,Th M,W	Myers	This section begins on Aug 17 and ends on Oct 14. Web-enhanced class. Students areare required to prepare for clinical in the hospital settingthe evening before clinical. Scheduled clinical by arrangement with faculty/ agencies as needed. Meets at St. Mary's Hosp
PN 102A	02	7:00a 9:00a	1:30p 1:00p	T,Th M,W	Johnston,L	This section begins on Aug 17 and ends on Oct 14. Web-enhanced class. Students arerequired to prepare for clinicalin the hospital setting the evening before clinical. Scheduled clinical by agencies as needed. Meets at St. Mary's Hosp

Number	Title	Hours
PN 101A	Transitions I Introduction to Practical Nursing	1-0-1
PN 102A	Wellness Across the Lifespan I	4-6-6
PN 103A	Wellness Across the Lifespan II	2-6-4
PN 104A	Transitions II Trends and Issues	1-0-1
PN 105	Alterations Across the Lifespan I	4-9-7
PN 106	Alterations Across the Lifespan II	3-9-6
PN 113	PN Licensure Preparation	1-0-1