NUR 251 Concepts of Professional Nursing

This course is designed to be the initial course in the nursing curriculum and introduces nursing through historical development and current trends. The roles of the baccalaureate nurse are examined in light of current healthcare trends. This course will also include strategies that enhance academic performance and achieving efficient learning. Topics will include learning styles, critical thinking, test -taking skills, review of NCLEX test plan, medical terminology, and how to read a nursing textbook.

Credits

3

Corequisite

NUR 252, NUR 290

Offered

Fall & Spring

Notes

3 HOURS (3-0-0); Admission to the BS Nursing Pre-licensure program is required to enroll in this course. BSN