NUR 1006 - Medical and Surgical Nursing Concepts

7 Credits 51 Lecture Hours 13.5 Lab Hours 148.5 Clinical Hours

Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Nursing Program.

NUR 1006 is the first medical/surgical nursing course. Building on NUR 1009, this course provides for the acquisition of basic medical/surgical nursing theory, as well as application of mental health concepts, communication, collaboration, caring, and critical thinking/clinical reasoning necessary for safe, patient-centered care to a developmentally and culturally diverse adult patient population experiencing various medical/surgical interventions. Incorporates evidence-based practice, quality improvement, professional standards, and legal and ethical responsibilities of the nurse. Application of knowledge and skills occurs in the nursing skills laboratory and a variety of clinical settings.
Locations(s): Craig