Maricopa Community Colleges  NCE214OP   20006-20046 
Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 06/27/00
NCE214OP 20006-20046 LEC 1 Credit(s) 1 Period(s)
Orientation to Nursing Program
Introduction of philosophy, purposes, objectives, and conceptual framework of Maricopa Community College District Nursing Program (MCCDNP). Includes orientation to the guidelines and procedures of Maricopa County Community College District Nursing Program. Emphasis on nursing process. Review and evaluation of practical nursing skills. Designed for transfer students, returning students, and Practical Nurses entering District Nursing Program. Prerequisites: Advanced placement into the Nursing program.
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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:
 
NCE214OP   20006-20046 Orientation to Nursing Program
1. Describe the philosophy and purpose of the MCCDNP. (I)
2. Explain the policies of the MCCDNP. (II)
3. Submit a nursing plan of care based on application of the nursing process. (III)
4. Demonstrate selected Practical Nurse skills according to specified criteria. (IV)
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MCCCD Official Course Outline:
 
NCE214OP   20006-20046 Orientation to Nursing Program
    I. Philosophy and Conceptual Framework
        A. Nursing as defined by the MCCDNP
        B. Philosophy, mission, and vision of the MCCDNP
        C. Core values
      II. Guidelines and Procedures as stated in the MCCDNP Student Handbook
        III. Nursing Process
            A. Assessment
            B. Nursing diagnosis
            C. Expected outcomes (goals for patient)
            D. Nursing intervention
            E. Evaluation
          IV. Review of Practical Nurse Skills
              A. Nasogastric tube insertion
              B. 12 lead EKG placement
              C. Review of sterile technique, dressing change and catheterization
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