Nursing Class NotesheetI. Fundamentals of NursingA.

Nursing Profession* Definition

and scope of nursing practice.B. Nursing Code of Ethics* Principles guiding ethical
nursing practice.C. Nursing Process* Assessment, diagnosis, planning,
implementation, and evaluation.II. Anatomy and PhysiologyA. Body Systems* Overview
of the cardiovascular, respiratory, nervous, musculoskeletal, and other systems.B.
Basic Human Anatomy* Understanding the structure and function of major organs.III.
Patient AssessmentA. Health History* Gathering relevant information about a
patient's medical background.B. Physical Examination* Conducting a thorough
examination to assess patient health.C. Vital Signs* Measurement of temperature,
pulse, respiratory rate, and blood pressure.IV. PharmacologyA. Medication
Administration* Safe practices for administering medications.B. Drug
Classifications* Common medications and their classifications.C. Side Effects and
Interactions* Understanding potential complications of medications.V. Nursing Care
PlansA. Developing Care Plans* Individualized plans for patient care based on
assessments.B. Goal Setting* Establishing achievable outcomes for patient well-
being.VI. Patient EducationA. Health Promotion* Providing guidance for maintaining
and improving health.B. Disease Prevention* Strategies for preventing illness and
complications.VII. Medical-Surgical NursingA. Common Medical Conditions*
Understanding diseases and their nursing interventions.B. Surgical Interventions*
Preoperative and postoperative nursing care.VIII. Maternal and Child HealthA.
Prenatal Care* Care for pregnant women and fetal development.B. Pediatric Nursing*
Special considerations for caring for children.IX. Mental Health NursingA.
Psychiatric Disorders* Understanding and managing mental health conditions.B.
Therapeutic Communication* Effective communication strategies in mental health
nursing.X. Nursing Ethics and Legal ConsiderationsA. Legal Responsibilities*
Understanding nursing practice within legal and ethical frameworks.B. Patient
Rights* Advocacy for patient rights and informed consent.XI. Professional
DevelopmentA. Continuing Education* Staying updated on current nursing practices
and trends.B. Nursing Organizations* Membership and involvement in professional
nursing organizations.