Program Overview
The Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing offered at the Health Sciences Division of the Clarence Fitzroy Bryant College (CFBC) is franchised from the University of the West Indies School of Nursing (UWISON) Mona, Jamaica.
The UWISON BScN degree prepares graduates for beginning level professional positions within the legal and ethical frameworks of professional nursing, in a variety of health care settings with patients across the lifespan and for advancement to graduate studies.
The programme builds on a foundation of knowledge in science, humanities and related professional disciplines, emphasizing critical thinking, evidence-based practice, health and human functioning, care and therapeutics, and scholarship.
The programme provides learning experiences in a variety of inpatient clinical settings and community health agencies, health centres/clinics, and homes serving people of all ages, families and communities. Nursing courses include theory and integrated laboratory activities concurrent with supervised clinical practical experiences. Students will gain an understanding of and respect for the increasing complexity across the wellness-illness continuum and the associated dynamics of care.
Successful graduates of the programme are eligible to sit the Regional Examination for Nurse Registration (RENR). Successful candidates of the RENR are eligible to obtain registration and licensure from the St. Christopher and Nevis Nurses and Midwives Council, a requirement to attain Registered Nurse Title for practicing nursing legally in the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis and other CARICOM territories.
The full time programme of study is comprised of 139 credits accomplished over four (4) academic years, eight (8) fifteen (15) week semesters and three summer session of ten (10) weeks each. The courses cover both theory and integrated clinical practice.
Passes in all courses (University, support, professional and elective) are compulsory and must meet the requirements of the University of the West Indies. The Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing is awarded on successful completion of the programme of study.
Entry Requirements
In order to be eligible for entry to the programme of study for the Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing, applicants must:
- Satisfy the University requirements for normal matriculation. Candidates will be required to hold two (2), 2- unit Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE) subjects. One subject from Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or Biology, and one other academic subject.
OR
Have obtained passes in the Caribbean Examination Council (CSEC) Examination
OR
The General Certificate Examination (GCE) Ordinary Level or an approved equivalent, in at least five (5) subjects, including:
- English Language OR Communication Studies (CAPE);
- One subject from Mathematics OR Pure Mathematics (CAPE), OR Applied Mathematics (CAPE);
- One subject from Biology, Human & Social Biology, and
- Two other academic subjects.
*The Nursing Council of Jamaica requires that candidates obtain passes at grade “II” or “B” and above in at least 3 of the CSEC/GCE O’ level subject categories identified. The Nursing Council also requires that candidates obtain passes at no lower than grade IV or D in CAPE/GCE ‘A’ level subjects.
OR
Applicants are required to:
1. Be at least 17 years at the time of admission to the programme.
2. Provide two (2) letters of recommendation – academic/employment and character (to the Clarence Fitzroy Bryant College, Office of Admissions, Main Campus)
3. Provide transcripts of secondary or tertiary level education (to the Clarence Fitzroy
Bryant College, Office of Admissions, Main Campus)
4. Applicants may also be required to submit to a personal interview.
All applicants are required to complete an online application at the CFBC by clicking on the link below: New Applicant
LIST OF SUBJECTS
Subject/Proficiency/Passes in CXC/CSEC 1, 2, 3, or GCE O’ Level A, B, C. or CAPE 1, 2, 3, 4
Please note a subject passed at different levels or from different examination board will be counted as ONE subject for matriculation purposes. For example, French passes at CSEC and or GCE and or CAPE, would be regarded as one subject.
CXC/CSEC or CAPE
- Agricultural Science (double/single)
- Caribbean History
- Chemistry
- Economics
- English Literature OR Literature in English
- Food & Nutrition
- French OR Modern Languages
- Geography
- Home Economics Management
- History
- Information Technology (general/technical) OR Computer Science OR Computer Studies
- Physics
- Principles of Accounts
- Principles of Business OR Management of Business
- Religious Education
- Social Studies OR Caribbean Studies OR Sociology
- Spanish OR Modern Languages
GCE
- Accounts Business
- Studies Chemistry
- English Literature
- Food & Nutrition
- French
- Geography
- History
- Information Technology
- Physics
- Psychology
- Religious Education/Bible Knowledge
- Spanish
LIST OF UNACCEPTABLE SUBJECTS
The following subjects are not accepted for entry into Nursing Programmes:
- Visual and Performing Arts (Courses)
- Clothing and Textiles
- Office Procedure/Office Administration
- Electrical Installation
- Building technology
- Technical Drawing
- Physical Education and Sports
- Shorthand
- Typing/Electronic Documentation Preparation and Management (EDPM)
- Music
- Cookery
Programme Structure
| YEAR ONE SEMESTER ONE | YEAR ONE SEMESTER TWO | |||||||
| Code | Course | Credit | Code | Course | Credit | |||
| NURS1108 | Anatomy & Physiology 1 | 3 | NURS1109 | Anatomy & Physiology 2 | 3 | |||
| NURS1014 | Biochemistry | 3 | NURS1114 | Health Informatics | 3 | |||
| NURS1111 | Microbiology | 3 | SOCI1002 | Int. to Sociology | 3 | |||
| FOUN1014 | Critical Reading and Writing in Science and Tech and Med Sciences | 3 | NURS1113 | Epidemiology | 3 | |||
| FOUN1101 | Caribbean Civilization | 3 | SOCI1005 | Int. to Statistics | 3 | |||
| PSYC1000 | Int. to Psychology | 3 | NURS1013 | Nutrition | 3 | |||
| FOUN1301 | Law, Governance, Economy & Society in the Caribbean | 3 | ||||||
| Total Credits | 18 | Total Credits | 21 | |||||
| YEAR TWO SEMESTER ONE | YEAR TWO SEMESTER TWO | YEAR TWO SUMMER | ||||||
| NURS2117 | Health Assessessment | 3 | NURS2010 | Pharmacology | 3 | NURS2213 | Nursing Care of Adults | 4 |
| NURS2118 | The Nursing Process | 3 | NURS2011 | Health promotion | 3 | NURS2214 | Nursing Care of Adults Clinical Practicum | 4 |
| NURS2124 | Human Pathophysiology | 3 | NURS2112 | Patient & Health Care Worker Safety | 3 | |||
| NURS2015 | Introduction to Professional Nursing | 3 | NURS2020 | Concepts Applied to Nursing Clinical Practicum | 3 | |||
| NURS2019 | Concepts Applied to Nursing | 3 | ||||||
| Total Credits | 15 | Total Credits | 12
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Total Credits | 8
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| YEAR THREE SEMESTER ONE | YEAR THREE SEMESTER TWO | YEAR THREE SUMMER | ||||||
| NURS3136 | Mental Health Nursing | 3 | NURS3000 | Parent Child Nursing | 3 | NURS3015 | Nursing Care of Older Adults | 3 |
| NURS3137 | Mental Health Nursing Clinical Practicum | 3 | NURS3001 | Parent Child Nursing Clinical Practicum | 4 | NURS3016 | Nursing Care of Older Adults Clinical Practicum | 3 |
| NURS3018 | Diet Therapy | 3 | NURS3019 | Community Health Nursing | 3 | |||
| NURS3017 | First Aid & Basic Life Support | 3 | NURS3020 | Community Health Nursing Clinical Practicum | 3 | |||
| NURS3030 | Research Methodology | 3 | ||||||
| Total Credits | 15 | Total Credits | 13 | Total Credits | 6 | |||
| YEAR FOUR SEMESTER ONE | YEAR FOUR SEMESTER TWO | YEAR FOUR SUMMER | ||||||
| NURS4010 | Nursing Care of Children & Adolescents | 3 | NURS4015 | Leadership & Management in Nursing | 3 | NURS 4017 | Clinical Internship | 4 |
| NURS4011 | Nursing Care of Children & Adolescents Clinical Practicum | 4 | NURS4016 | Leadership & Management in Nursing Clinical Practicum | 4 | NURS 4018 | Senior Nursing Review | 0 |
| NURS4014 | Research project | 3 | NURS4012 | Nursing Care of Patients in Specialized Care Settings | 3 | |||
| General Elective | 3 | NURS4013 | Nursing Care of Patients in Specialized Care Settings Clinical Practicum | 4 | ||||
| Total Credits | 13 | 14 | Total Credits | 4 | ||||
| Total Programme Credits |
139
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Course Descriptions
Biochemistry: An understanding of the concepts of biochemistry necessary for an appreciation of the body’s biochemical reactions, thus enabling nurses to relate the knowledge of biochemistry to wellness and illness. The course also allows the student to explore biochemical reactions affecting homeostasis and to discuss concepts and functions pertinent to the chemistry of the human body. 3 Credits
Caribbean Civilization: This course is designed to give students a survey of the Caribbean’s history and culture, commencing with the arrival of the Neo-Indian peoples (ca. 5000BCE) through to the present day Caribbean. The course stresses the commonality of the region, comprising more than individual island nations or linguistic groups. The idea of civilization is key to comprehending the Caribbean’s progression through time and will play an important role in understanding the cultural, economic, social and intellectual trends and their supportive institutions that have emerged in the Caribbean. While the course focuses on the similarities in the Caribbean, it also highlights the differences that have emerged because of colonialism, demography, climate and historical progress. The course aims to stimulate students’ interests in the concept of a Caribbean civilization and places it within the context of understanding their individual lives and the lives of those around them. 3 Credits
Community Health Nursing: This course introduces the student to the foundations of community-based nursing, focusing on health of the family and community. Principles, theories, and concepts of community health are utilized to generate an understanding of the roles and functions of community health nurses. Cultural, lifestyle, socioeconomic, environmental, epidemiological influences and community resources on health promotion and protection in individuals, families and communities are examined. The related clinical practicum is provided in Community Health Nursing Clinical Practicum. 3 Credits
Community Health Nursing Clinical Practicum: This course focuses on community health and community health nursing in the community. Guided clinical experiences are provided at selected community-based agencies and organizations to enable students to assess the health of a community, practice health teaching, and observe the role of members of the health team in the practice environments. Students will demonstrate progressive independence in selected areas of experience in the community. 3 Credits
Clinical Internship: This clinical internship course provides students the opportunity for integration and synthesis of previous knowledge, skills and professional role behaviours acquired in the BScN programme. The experience will bridge the gap between undergraduate education and ‘real-life’ professional nursing practice, by assisting the student to transition to an independent, competent professional. The student will be supported in consolidation of clinical and leadership skills to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. The practicum experience will also allow students to analyze the broad gender, cultural, environmental, socio-economic, and political systems that contribute to health status and outcomes, health policies, and health care delivery. 4 Credits
Concepts Applied to Nursing: This course introduces the student to basic nursing skills. It focuses on concepts of caring, body image, pain, loss, grief and the grieving process, dying and death, immobility and chronicity. The student is introduced to hospitalization and the nurse’s responsibility in relation to surgical interventions is also examined. 3 Credits
Concepts Applied to Nursing Clinical Practicum: This course provides an opportunity for students to implement selected basic nursing skills relative to the course Concepts Applied to Nursing in acute care and community settings. The focus of the course is to assist students develop competence and confidence in the application of basic skills prior to progressing to more advanced clinical nursing courses. Basic clinical skills are practiced in the Clinical Learning Centre (Nursing Skills Laboratory) prior to engaging in clinical experience in the health care and community settings. 3 Credits
Diet Therapy: The focus of this course is dietary management of common nutritional problems found in individuals, families and communities in Jamaica. Emphasis will be placed on the dietary management of individuals with diabetes mellitus, cardiovascular and renal diseases, malnutrition, burns, and obesity. Diet management is applied throughout the respective nursing courses. 3 Credits
English for Academic Purposes: Designed to help students to critically engage with texts, research and write effective essays for academic audiences, and participate intelligently in oral and written discussions on a variety of topics, while developing an understanding of the linguistic context in which they operate in the Caribbean. Students in the social sciences are expected to demonstrate an awareness of the emphasis and perspective of their discipline. The course aims to provide students with requisite techniques for reviewing, questioning, analyzing texts related to the social sciences. 3 Credits
Epidemiology: This course introduces the student to the key concepts of epidemiology. It examines the modes of disease transmission characteristics of communicable diseases, methods of prevention, at the local, regional and international levels. Students will be guided in the identification of sources of data, the use of appropriate measures of calculations, the analysis and interpreting of data and the application of findings to infection prevention and control. 3 Credits
Principles of Life Support &First Aid: This course provides students with the knowledge of the principles of managing first aid in emergency situations in the home, community and health care facilities. 3 Credits
Human Anatomy & Physiology 1: An organ to system approach, the correlation between anatomical structure and physiological functions, the interaction of chemicals, tissues, organs and organ systems in the maintenance of homeostasis is presented in this course. The course is divided into two parts. Part 1 introduces anatomy and physiology and focus on the integumentary, musculo-skeletal, nervous, endocrine, and respiratory systems. Human Anatomy and Physiology II covers the remaining body systems, and is taught in the second semester. Laboratory exercises are included in both courses. 3 Credits
Human Anatomy and Physiology II: A continuation of Human Anatomy and Physiology 1. The course examines the structure and function of the cardiovascular, lymphatic, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems. Laboratory exercises will allow the students to focus on the examination of selected parts of these systems through histological and skeletal preparations. 3 Credits
Health Informatics: This course introduces the student to health informatics. Emphasis is placed on current trends and concerns in information management in healthcare including legal, social, cognitive and economic issues. It also links information with the utilization of technology to support nursing practice and assists learners to contribute to the development of information systems to promote quality in nursing care. Students will apply critical thinking skills to examine the various ways in which technology can support evidence-based information to improve the quality of nursing care. 3 Credits
Health Promotion: This course explores concepts of health, primary health care, health promotion, health protection and illness prevention throughout the lifespan. It introduces the student to factors influencing health and wellness and the strategies for promotion and maintenance of health in the individual, family, and community. Concepts, models and strategies of health promotion including international, regional and national policies, charters and declarations, as well as issues and barriers to health promotion are explored. Jamaica’s perspective on health policy in general and specifically as it relates to health promotion is analyzed. 3 Credits
Human Pathophysiology: A study of the structural and physiological changes occurring in the body as a result of disease processes. The course introduces students to the concepts of abnormality and provides information on the sequel of diseases, alterations in body structure, body functions, and related clinical manifestations. 3 Credits
Introduction to Professional Nursing: This course introduces students to the evolution of nursing and the practice of nursing. It examines the theories of nursing, nursing as a profession and the requirements for practicing as a Registered Nurse. The historical, philosophical, scientific, ethical and legal bases for the profession are explored. Students will critically analyze the influence of religious, military, socioeconomic, geopolitical, legislative, technological, scientific and organizational factors on the development of the profession. The impact of nursing legends on the advancement of nursing locally, regionally and internationally will also be explored. 3 Credits
Introduction to Psychology: Developmental, Social, and Abnormal: This is an introductory level or foundational survey course, which provides an introduction to psychology. Psychology is a discipline concerned with human thought, emotion, and behaviour. The science and practice of psychology are based on knowledge developed from both human and animal research. The course will therefore introduce many key topics, and specifically those in the sub-fields of developmental, abnormal, and social psychology. After a brief introduction to the history of the discipline and the research methods that provide the foundation for psychological investigation and knowledge building, the focus will be on the subareas of developmental, personality, and social psychology. Students will be able to appreciate the similarities and differences among these three sub-areas after completing PSYC1000/PS 10A. 3 Credits
Introductory Statistics for the Behavioural Sciences: This course aims to introduce students to basic univariate and bivariate statistics. A student who successfully completes this course will possess a reasonable level of knowledge of basic statistics and their interpretations. 3 Credits
Leadership & Management in Nursing: This course explores basic management and leadership concepts, theories, processes and systems, and their application to the health care system. It prepares the graduates for assuming leadership and management roles as first line managers within the social, legal and economical contexts of a fiscally constrained health service. The role of the nurse as a supervisor, leader, change agent and manager is emphasized is emphasized. Current issues, opportunities and challenges for nursing leadership in different nursing, community and organizational venues are included. 3 Credits
Leadership & Management in Nursing Practicum: The application of the concepts and theories of the Leadership and Management in Nursing course to the management of patient care units. All previously learned knowledge and skills will be integrated in the practicum. Students will apply leadership skills and patient care management theories in managing. 4 Credits
Mental Health Nursing: This course focuses on mental health, as well as the basic psychopathology of mental disorders of individuals and families throughout the lifecycle who are experiencing varying states of mental health. The environmental influences affecting the mental health of the individual are examined within the context of the family and/or community. The nurse/patient relationship is emphasized as the foundation for therapeutic communication and nursing interventions. Collaboration with other health team members and/or community resources is explored as a way to address the needs of the individual and family using various treatment modalities. Students are expected to apply critical thinking skills and evidence-based knowledge to patient situations in the clinical settings during the Mental Health Nursing Clinical Practicum course. 3 Credits
Mental Health Nursing Clinical Practicum: This practicum emphasizes mastery in the application of the nursing process in caring for individuals across the life cycle, families and communities with mental health problems. It engages the students in independent and supervised evidence-based practice specific to mental health nursing, Interpersonal relationship, critical thinking and problem-solving skills are considered pivotal to efficient and accurate assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating therapeutic nursing interventions in the clinical settings, both hospitals and community health facilities. 3 Credits
Microbiology: An introduction to the history of microbiology, eukaryotic and prokaryotic cell structure and taxonomy. The course also covers the diversity of microbes, as well as their nutritional needs, growth and reproduction. In addition, the course focuses on the control of microbes by physical and chemical agents, microbial ecology, pathogenicity, immunity and immune response. Laboratory exercises are included. 3 Credits
Nursing Care of Adults (19-64 Yrs.): This course focuses on common health problems affecting the adult (ages 19-64 years). It facilitates students’ development of an evidence-based framework to inform nursing practice in caring for adults along the wellness-illness continuum. The course engages students’ critical thinking in decision-making to deliver nursing care in various clinical settings. Emphasis is placed on the nursing process as central to patient-focused care. The ethical and legal frameworks will be integrated into the caring approach to care. 4 Credits
Nursing Care of Adults (19-64 Yrs.) Clinical Practicum: This clinical practicum course focuses on safe, ethical and legal care of the adult (19-64 years) patient in all health care settings. It provides the student with foundational clinical experiences necessary for the management of adult health, including health promotion, illness prevention and treatment, utilizing the nursing process, critical thinking and evidence-based practice in the assessment and management of adult patients with common health conditions of related body systems. 4 Credits
Nursing Care of Older Adults: This course critiques and applies social and biological theories of ageing (65 years and over) and psychosocial models of growth and development to the study of older adults in a variety of acute and long-term care, and community facilities. It focuses on factors, which encourage healthy ageing. Epidemiological, demographic and socio-economic determinants are explored, as well as issues and implications of physiological, emotional and psychological changes and community initiatives and resources. International and national declarations and standards are applied to meet the needs of the older adult patient. 3 Credits
Nursing Care of Older Adults Clinical Practicum: The application of health and nursing concepts and theories in the care of the older adult patient and family. Emphasis is on practicing interdisciplinary health care and advocacy in order to promote health and prevent illness, disability and disease of the older adult. The role of the nurse in assisting the older adult to maintain wellness and minimize effects of chronic conditions is also stressed. 3 Credits
Nursing Care of Children & Adolescents: This course focuses on common health conditions affecting children and adolescents (ages 0-18). It facilitates students’ development of a sound evidence-based framework to inform nursing practice in caring for children, adolescents and their families along the wellness-illness continuum. The course will engage students’ critical thinking in decision-making to deliver nursing care in various clinical settings. Particular emphasis is placed on the unique developmental needs of each age group and on the ethical and legal aspects that are relevant to paediatric nursing. Students will utilize the nursing process as the central component to patient-focused care and the ethical/legal framework will be integrated into caring and approaches to care. The Nursing Care of Children and Adolescents Clinical Practicum course provides related integrated clinical experience. 3 Credits
Nursing Care of Children & Adolescents Clinical Practicum: This practicum course concentrates on health maintenance and the prevention of illness and care of the child 1 month to 18 years with common health problems. The practicum provides opportunities for students to provide nursing care that is adapted to the unique health and developmental needs of children and their families in Jamaica. Additionally, the practicum promotes critical thinking and application of evidence-based practice to nursing care management along the wellness- illness continuum, unique to the named stages of human development in the clinical settings. 4 Credits
Nursing Care of Patients in Specialized Care Settings: This course provides information on the organization, structure, functions, personnel and care of patients in the specialized units, namely the Accident and Emergency/Trauma Management, Operating Theatre, Recovery Room, and Intensive Care Unit. Disaster preparedness and emergency management are also included. 3 Credits
Nursing Care of Patients in Specialized Care Settings Clinical Practicum: This course enables the student to integrate and consolidate acquired knowledge and skills and to gain practical experiences in the areas covered in the Nursing Care of Patients in Specialized Care Settings course. 4 Credits
Nutrition: This course introduces the students to the principles of human nutrition and current dietary trends across the lifecycle. It emphasizes nutrients, food sources and functions in the body, nutrients and the relationship to health throughout the lifespan of the Caribbean people with a focus on Jamaica. Content includes cultural and economic influences on dietary practices. 3 Credits
Parent Child Nursing: This course focuses mainly on the child bearing family and specifically on healthy mothers and well neonates. It engages the student in critical thinking and application of evidence-based practice in parent and child health. It prepares students to demonstrate caring in delivering appropriate and effective nursing care to the parents during the normal pre-pregnancy period, parental and foetal health during pregnancy, labour, delivery and the puerperium. Emphasis is placed on foetal and neonatal transitions and neonatal life. Social, cultural, traditional and contemporary influences, sexuality, parenting and family life, gender issues, ethical and legal issues are explored as are health education, health promotion and family planning. Students will spend time in the clinical settings observing and providing ethical and legal care for the childbearing family. Related clinical practicum skills are provided in the associated Parent Child Nursing Clinical Practicum. 3 Credits
Parent Child Nursing Clinical Practicum: This course provides the experience for the student to integrate theory and skills in the nursing interventions for parental and foetal health during pregnancy, childbirth and the post-partum periods, and the neonate up to 28 days of life. Practice settings include inpatient hospital settings, health care centres/clinics, as well as supportive community agencies. 4 Credits
Patient & Health Care Worker Safety: This theory and clinical practice course provides the student with key concepts and principles of infection prevention and control, injection safety, and blood safety, which are fundamental to safe nursing practice. 3 Credits
Pharmacology & Therapeutics in Nursing: This course introduces the student to pharmacological sciences with respect to drug origin and administration. It exposes students to the legal and ethical responsibility and accountability inherent in the nursing functions related to the administration of drugs, as well as the cultural, social and psychological aspects of drug therapy. Emphasis is placed on safety and accuracy in administering prescribed medication dosages to persons throughout the life cycle and along the wellness-illness continuum. Part 1 gives the history of pharmacology. The classification of drugs, their actions in the body and their therapeutic use is covered in Part 2. 3 Credits
Research Methodology: This course exposes the students to the scientific method of enquiry and its relevance in investigating phenomena in health care. It engages students in critical thinking to critique published research findings and theoretical frameworks that have applicability to nursing practice. The course facilitates the development of students’ competencies in using the research process; using inferential statistics and transferring evidence-based knowledge to practice. The course also exposes students to ethical frameworks for conducting research and using evidence-based knowledge. 3 Credits
Research Project: This course provides students with mentorship and supervision in using the research process and evidence-based approach to conduct of a small research study using the proposal developed in Research Methodology. Students are expected to collect data using an approved instrument, analyze and interpret data and write a project report. This small study observes the scientific rigour of larger studies. 3 Credits
Senior Nursing Review: The focus of this senior review is the preparation for the Regional Examination for Nurse Registration (RENR). The review will cover all courses taught in the curriculum. Students will be provided with an overview of the RENR process, as well as strategies for preparation for, and sitting of the examination. There will be a mock examination and a period for remedial work if necessary. 0 Credits
Sociology for the Caribbean: This course provides an introduction to the problems, issues, themes and main ideas of sociology. It is intended to provide basic social facts about the Caribbean and other similar developing societies, and to enable students to adopt a scientific approach to understanding and interpreting social phenomena. Sociology for the Caribbean lays the foundation upon which advanced academic work in sociology and the other social sciences can be built. Furthermore, the course enables students to tackle contemporary policy problems in a theoretically and empirically informed manner. 3 Credits
The Nursing Process: This course introduces the student to the nursing process and health assessment of well individuals throughout the lifecycle. The nursing process framework is used for interviewing, data collection and performing physical assessment. Opportunities are provided for students to engage critical thinking skills in data collection and health assessment with healthy individuals of all ages through interviewing and performing physical examination. The importance of cultural, gender and religious diversity in health assessment and the provision of health and nursing care are introduced. 3 Credits
Health Assessment: This course introduces the student to health assessment of well individuals throughout the lifecycle. Opportunities are provided for students to engage critical thinking skills in data collection and health assessment with healthy individuals of all ages through interviewing and performing physical examination. The importance of cultural, gender and religious diversity in health assessment and the provision of health and nursing care are introduced. 3 Credits