# NUR164 Concepts of Nursing I

College of Nursing Nursing Department

**Course Description:** This course introduces students to principles, theories and concepts that provide the foundation for nursing practice. Theory, research and evidence based practice are introduced and legal and ethical issues are discussed. Basic nursing skills necessary to deliver patient centered care in a multicultural society are developed. Learning opportunities are presented in the classroom and laboratory.

**Credit Hours:** 2.00

**Prerequisites:** All of: [BIO116](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/BIO116 "View BIO116"), [BIO116L](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/BIO116L "View BIO116L"), [COR195](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/COR195 "View COR195")

**Corequisites:** None

## Programs offering this course

- [Nursing (ADN)](https://www.ecpi.edu/programs/adn-associate-degree-in-nursing)

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