FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING

Course Description

Definition and objectives of the course; 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.

FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING

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Course Syllabus

Reference Books & Course Materials

1. 01 Potter PA, Perry AG, Stockert PA, Hall A, Ostendorf WR. Fundamentals of Nursing. 12th ed. St. Louis: Elsevier, 2025.
2. 02 Taylor C, Lynn P, Bartlett JL. Fundamentals of Nursing: The Art and Science of Person-Centered Care. 10th ed. Philadelphia: Wolters Kluwer, 2022.
3. 03 Potter PA, Perry AG, Stockert PA, Hall A. Fundamentals of Nursing. 11th ed. St. Louis: Elsevier, 2023.
4. 04 Berman A, Snyder SJ, Frandsen G. Kozier & Erb's Fundamentals of Nursing: Concepts, Process, and Practice. 11th ed. Boston: Pearson, 2021.

Learning Outcomes

1. L01 The Fundamentals of Nursing course introduces students to the basic concepts, principles, and skills essential for professional nursing practice. It focuses on the nursing process, patient-centered care, health promotion, disease prevention, infection control, communication, ethics, legal responsibilities, and evidence-based practice. Students develop fundamental clinical skills, including assessment, hygiene, mobility, medication administration, vital signs monitoring, documentation, and patient safety. The course integrates theoretical knowledge with laboratory and clinical experiences to prepare students to provide safe, competent, and compassionate care to individuals across the lifespan in a variety of healthcare settings. SOLO 4
2. L01 Explain the fundamental concepts, principles, and theories of nursing care. SOLO 4.3
3. L02 Assess patients' care needs using the nursing process and develop an appropriate nursing care plan. SOLO 3.3
4. L03 Perform fundamental nursing skills in accordance with infection prevention and patient safety principles. SOLO 4
5. L04 Demonstrate effective and professional communication with patients, families, and members of the healthcare team. SOLO 4.5
6. L05 Demonstrate ethical, legal, and professional responsibility in nursing practice. SOLO 4.5

Program Outcomes

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. 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.
7. 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.
8. 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.
9. 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.
10. 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.
11. 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.
12. 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.

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