Fundamentals of nursing: human health and function

The profession of nursing

Health, wellness, and integrative healthcare

Healthcare in the community and home

The nurse's role in healthcare quality and patient safety

Culture and diversity

Communication in the nurse-patient relationship

Values, ethics, and legal issues

Nursing research and evidence-based care

Patient education and health promotion

Caring for the older adult

Critical thinking and the nursing process: foundations for practice

Nursing assessment

Nursing diagnosis

Outcome identification and planning

Implementation and evaluation

Documentation and communication in the healthcare team

Health assessment

Vital signs

Asepsis and infection control

Medication administration

Intravenous therapy

Perioperative nursing

Safety

Hygiene and self-care

Mobility

Respiratory function

Cardiac function

Fluid, electrolytes, and acid-base

Nutrition

Skin integrity and wound healing

Infection prevention and management

Urinary elimination

Bowel elimination

Sleep and rest

Pain management

Sensory perception

Cognitive processes

Self-concept

Families and their relationships

Loss and grieving

Stress, coping, and adaptation

Human sexuality

Spiritual health.