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

Evaluation Tools (Active Term)

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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 Atabek Aştı.T., & Karadağ. A. (Ed.). (2024) Hemşirelik Esasları: Bilgiden Uygulamaya: Kavramlar-İlkeler-Beceriler (Cilt 1-2). Akademi.
2. 02 Ay. Fatma. (2022). Sağlık Uygulamalarında Temel Kavramlar ve Beceriler. Nobel Tıp Kitabevi.
3. 03 Herdman. T. H., Kamitsuru. S., & Lopes. C. T. (Ed.) (2024). NANDA Hemşirelik Tanıları 2024-2026 (12.Basım. Acaroğlu R. & Kaya H. Ed.).
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Learning Outcomes

1. L01 Performs oral, parenteral and local drug administration and blood transfusion in accordance with the 8 correct principles. SOLO 4
2. L02 Evaluates the individual's vital signs and knows measurement techniques and nursing practices. SOLO 4
3. L03 It applies the roles of nurses in the areas of exercise, physical activity, nutrition, and weight control behaviors aimed at helping individuals gain healthy lifestyle behaviors. SOLO 4
4. L04 Applies appropriate nursing interventions in digestive system applications. SOLO 4
5. L05 Apply appropriate nursing interventions in urinary system applications SOLO 4
6. L06 Knows the basic concepts of skin properties and wounds, and applies wound care in line with basic principles. SOLO 4
7. L07 Knows the types of pain, plans the necessary education for the individual with pain and his/her family, and applies pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain treatment. SOLO 4
8. L08 Applies basic nursing skills in a laboratory environment in accordance with the nursing process and patient safety principles. 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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