INTRODUCTION TO NURSING
- Course
- NURS107 - INTRODUCTION TO NURSING
- Department
- Nursing - English - Undergraduate
- Course Type
- Course
- Status
- Required
- Language
- English
- Credit
- 2
- ECTS
- 3
- T+P+L
- 2 + 0 + 0
- Course Coordinator(s)
- Dr. Leila ALLAHQOLI
- Prerequisite
- -
- Keywords
Course Description
conceptual framework and history of nursing; the development of world and nursing education; ethical codes; introduction to the four basic concepts of nursing; physical and psychosocial environment; social recognition; family structure and characteristics; healthy people and their needs, human development periods; health and disease concepts; nursing; health team; health system; health policies; health education and health promotion; human, environment / society, health / illness, nursing; nursing profession and definition; a healthy hospital environment; physical environment and safety; nursing process; communicating with the patient; admission of the patient to the hospital; individual hygiene; hot and cold applications; asepsis and infection control; body mechanics and movement need; bedding technics; vital findings; drug applications.
INTRODUCTION TO NURSING
Evaluation Tools (Active Term)
| Item | Type | Weight (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Mid | Midterm | 30 |
| Final | Final | 70 |
| Total | 100 | |
Course outcomes
No course outcomes have been defined yet.
Course Syllabus
| Week | Topic |
|---|---|
| Week 1 | Introduction to Course |
| Week 2 | Professional Basic Concepts |
| Week 3 | Life Process |
| Week 4 | Nursing |
| Week 5 | Historical Development of Nursing |
| Week 6 | Health System |
| Week 7 | Nursing Roles |
| Week 8 | MIDTERMS (NOVEMBER 09-20) |
| Week 9 | Patient Safety |
| Week 10 | Nursing Process-01 |
| Week 11 | Nursing Process-02 |
| Week 12 | Discharge Planning |
| Week 13 | Professionalization in Nursing |
| Week 14 | Professional Theories |
| Week 15 | FINAL EXAMS (JANUARY 04-14) |
Reference Books & Course Materials
- 01 Henry M, Philips D, Taynor A. an introduction to Nursing. GILL.
- 02 Moorley C. Introduction to Nursing for First Year Students.
Learning Outcomes
- L01 The student can define the basic subjects (concepts, life process, health system, security, professionalism, planning, theory). SOLO 4
- L02 The student can define nursing, explain the historical development of nursing, the roles of nursing, and the nursing process. SOLO 5
- L03 The student learns and defines professional theories. SOLO 4
- L04 The student identifies and explains the stages of the nursing process. SOLO 4
Program Outcomes
- P01 1. Applies foundational nursing knowledge to meet individual, family, and community health needs by providing person-centred care that respects dignity, autonomy, privacy, and informed consent.
- P02 2. Applies professional standards and quality management principles by using risk assessment, incident/near-miss reporting, audit/feedback, and continuous improvement to strengthen patient safety.
- P03 3. Integrates theoretical and practical knowledge to deliver holistic preventive, curative, and rehabilitative nursing care by demonstrating therapeutic communication, empathy, and culturally safe practice.
- P04 4. Delivers evidence-based, high-quality care using health information and communication technologies by documenting accurately, protecting confidentiality/data security, and using clinical technologies safely and appropriately.
- P05 5. Identifies, analyses, and addresses healthcare problems by formulating clinical questions, searching and appraising evidence, applying findings to practice, and evaluating outcomes using a systematic, research-informed approach.
- P06 6. Manages nursing care by prioritising, planning, implementing, and evaluating interventions; escalating concerns appropriately; and demonstrating accountability through accurate documentation and responsible delegation/supervision.
- P07 7. Collaborates effectively within interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary teams by sharing timely information, respecting roles, engaging in constructive conflict management, and contributing actively to shared decision-making.
- P08 8. Maintains lifelong learning by setting professional development goals, seeking and using feedback, engaging in reflective practice/portfolio work, and updating practice according to current scientific and technological developments.
- P09 9. Plans and implements community-oriented projects and health promotion activities by using population data, collaborating with stakeholders, advocating for equitable health, and evaluating the impact of initiatives on community/public health.
- P10 10. Upholds ethical principles by maintaining confidentiality, obtaining informed consent, ensuring fairness/non-discrimination, managing professional boundaries, and reporting unethical or unsafe practices according to regulations.
- P11 11. Contributes to quality and professional development processes by participating in institutional quality activities , supporting in-field/out-of-field education through mentoring/teaching, and representing the nursing profession appropriately at national and international levels.
- P12 12. Communicates professionally in at least one foreign language to access and use international evidence, collaborate with global peers, and provide safe, respectful communication for diverse populations.
Po-Lo Matrix
| LO | P01 | P02 | P03 | P04 | P05 | P06 | P07 | P08 | P09 | P10 | P11 | P12 | Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L01 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| L02 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| L03 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| L04 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |