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NURS 305 - Foundations of Nursing

Foundational concepts necessary for providing safe, holistic, patient-centered care to a diverse patient population while integrating the legal and ethical responsibilities as a provider of care. Introduction to critical thinking, evidence-based practice, and the nursing process. Identification of communication techniques used when interacting with patients and members of the interdisciplinary team.

Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: BIOS 213 or BIOS 313; and BIOS 357 and NUTR 201; and HDFS 280 or PSYC 225. CRQ: NURS 302.

Credits: 3