INTRODUCTION TO NURSING

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)

Course outcomes

1. 01 To define the concept of nursing
2. 02 To implement measurement of vital signs
3. 03 To define nursing profession and education
4. 04 Carries out hyjenic care practices to provide the health care needs of individual

Course Syllabus

Reference Books & Course Materials

1. 01 Aştı,T., Karadağ, A. Hemşirelik esasları hemşirelik bilimi ve sanatı. 2. Baskı, kademi Basın ve Yayıncılık, İstanbul, 2021.
2. 02 Craven, R.F., Constance J., Hirnle, C.J., Jensen, S. Fundamentals of Nursing: Human Health and Function, 7th Edition. Uysal, N. ve Çakırcalı, E. (Çeviri Editörleri). Hemşirelik Esasları: İnsan Sağlığı ve Fonksiyonları. Yedinci Baskıdan Çeviri. Palme Yayıncılık, 2015.
3. 03 Carpenito-Moyet, L.J. Hemşirelik tanıları el kitabı. (Çev. F. Erdemir, G. Türk). İstanbul: Nobel Tıp Kitabevleri, 2021.
4. 04 Şentürk S. E. Hemşirelik Tarihi. Nobel Tıp Kitabevleri, İstanbul, 2011.

Learning Outcomes

1. L01 Explains the basic concepts of nursing and their relationships with each other, knows the basic nursing care theories and models. SOLO 4
2. L02 Explains the basic information needed to perform the diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation stages of the nursing process. SOLO 4
3. L03 Knows the professional roles and dimensions of the nursing profession, discusses the decision-making process and influencing factors. SOLO 4
4. L04 In cases of deviation from health, it creates a care plan to solve basic level problems. It explains the basic principles of nursing care. SOLO 4

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, analyzes, 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 prioritizing, 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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