This course prepares the student to perform basic nursing care in an acute care hospital setting under the supervision of a licensed Registered or Vocational Nurse. Areas covered are medical and surgical patient care, oncology, orthopedics, obstetrics, and maternal-child care. Infection control, anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, psychosocial needs, and communication and reporting methods are integrated throughout the course. An emphasis will be placed on providing safe and efficient care in a diverse patient setting. (FT)