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College Catalog 2017-2018 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

NA 101 - Fundamentals of Nursing Assistant

Credits 2
Students learn about the role of the Nursing Assistant in meeting the basic needs of the client, including legal and ethical implications. The mandatory HIV/AIDS content is covered.
Course Outcomes

  1. Describe the chain of infection and methods used by Nursing Assistants to prevent transmission of viruses and bacteria, including the standards of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
  2. Discuss the impact of the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA) to the role of the Nursing Assistant.
  3. Explain legal and ethical implications related to the role of the Nursing Assistant.
  4. Describe the role of the Nursing Assistant.