HCP 0121C Nursing Aide

Provides the foundational knowledge and skill set needed to perform as an entry-level Nursing Assistant. Specific to the Nursing Assistant, topics include: verbal and written communications, legal and ethical responsibilities, physical comfort and safety functions, and principles of infection control.  Additionally, students will learn to provide personal patient care and perform patient care procedures; apply principles of nutrition; care for geriatric patients; provide biological, psychological, and social support; perform supervised organizational functions, following the patient plan of care, and assist with restorative (rehabilitative) activities.

Credits

75 ch

Corequisite

HSC 0003C, HCP 0332C.

Offered

FA, SP, SU

Notes

Lab Fee.
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