2021-2022 Catalog

NUR-152 Nursing Arts III

Lab experiences focus on the skills performed by the licensed practical nurse according to the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) Administrative Code. The course compliments Nursing Arts I. Specific attention is given to the skills of surgical asepsis including Foley insertion, bladder irrigation, intravenous care, maintenance and medication administration, central line care, hyperalimentation and blood products; respiratory care including chest tubes, oral pharyngeal and tracheal suctioning. Pre- and post-operative patient education, post-partum and newborn assessment will also be emphasized. Fee is required. (2 contact hours)

Credits

1

Prerequisite

NUR-120, NUR-151, and NUR-160

Corequisite

NUR-122 and NUR-141

Department

Nursing