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LPNU 138 - Practical Nursing: Practice, Issues and Trends

1 Credit Hours

This capstone course aids the practical nursing student in the transition from student to licensed practical nurse. The content focuses on the concepts and principles associated with leadership, delegation, team leadership, professionalism, and selected nursing and healthcare issues. Sections of the WV Nurse Practice Act associated with practical nursing, including role, scope of practice, licensure, discipline, and continuing education, are studied in detail. Preparation and review for the NCLEX-PN licensing examination is offered with emphasis on computer testing skills, and the various content areas included in the examination.

Pre-requisite(s): Successful completion of all first and second semester nursing courses.
Co-requisite(s): LPNU 125 , LPNU 130 , LPNU 132 , LPNU 134 .


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