NA 105 - Principles of A&P, Restorative Care, and Related Procedures

Credits 2
The student gains basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology related to care given by Nursing Assistants. Students learn to recognize and report abnormal signs and symptoms of common diseases and conditions. Principles and skills of rehabilitation and restorative care are discussed.
Course Outcomes

Identify anatomy and physiology related to the skin, musculoskeletal, respiratory, cardiovascular, nervous, endocrine, digestive, urinary, and reproductive body systems.\
Discuss the effects of normal aging on various body systems.
Explain the effects of common disorders related to various body systems.
Describe risk factors for the development of common complications related to various body systems.
Describe the role of the Nursing Assistant in caring for clients with common diseases and conditions.
Identify common mental illness conditions that may be encountered in the health care environment.
Explain the role of the Nursing Assistant with clients needing rehabilitation and restorative care.