AH 180 Fundamentals of Nursing/Convalescent

Units: 8   Hours: 5.5 Lecture, 7 Laboratory

Prerequisites: Eligible for English 250 and English 260. Clearance from the Department of Health Services (Form HS283), fingerprint card, and health clearance required prior to clinical placement.

Transferable: CSU

A course to provide a basic introduction to patient care in the convalescent setting. Emphasizes principles, understanding and skills necessary to perform basic nursing procedures safely and effectively. Includes introduction to health care, planning, safety, infection control, personal care, basic procedures, rehabilitation, nutrition and clients' rights and needs. At the completion of this course students will qualify for state certification as a nursing assistant.

Completion of this course will qualify students to apply for certification by taking the Nurse Assistant Competency Exam. Students will have job entry skills for nursing assistant in the convalescent setting.

For more information call Gavilan College Allied Health Department

(408-848-4883)