CMC1252: Fundamentals of Nursing I

This module prepares the student to professionally provide care that meets basic health needs of the individual, family and community.This module also introduces the student to the profession of nursing and how to deal with different nursing situations in an ethical manner and within limits of the law. It also provide the future professional of theoretical and skills to deal with emergencies using first aid principles and guidelines  The concepts of wellness and caring are presented as they relate to the individual client needs as well as specific roles of the nurse/midwife.

Learning Outcomes

At the end of the module, student will be able to:

1. Define concept and terminologies related to nursing and emergency care
2. Describe the origin & History of nursing profession
3. Explain the  principles of professionalism and ethical standards in nursing
4. Explain fundamental principles of nursing care
5. Demonstrate empathy and respect during the nursing care
6. Demonstrate different techniques that are critical to meeting comprehensive needs of the patient.
7. Demonstrate an understanding of use and care of various hospital equipments and materials.
8. Demonstrate the process of patient admission, discharge and accurate reporting.
9. Demonstrate an understanding of principles of infection prevention and their application during infection control.
10. Demonstrate different ways of drug administration
11. Demonstrate ability to position and lift patients correctly and safely.
12. Demonstrate ability to apply the nursing process during patient care.
13. Demonstrate a positive image of the nursing profession 
14. Describe the basic principles and scope of first aid
15. Describe situations requiring first aid
16. Discuss interventions to administer first aid
17. Evaluate situations requiring emergence care
18. Demonstrate techniques of administering first aid appropriately
19. Provide safety precautions to prevent injuries 
20. Appreciate the need to transport a casualty safely
21. Demonstrate willingness and motivation to provide first aid