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NUR 199 - Comprehensive Bridge for LPN to RN (3 credit hours)


Offered in Summer Term (2-2-0)
An advanced study to bridge the principles taught in the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) program to the Registered Nurse (RN) program. Instruction focuses on the role transition from LPN to RN threaded throughout the course, with advanced concepts in Women’s Health, Mental Health, and Pharmacology focusing on pathophysiology. Special emphasis is on the principles of critical thinking, patient education, delegation, and leadership with respect to the role of the registered nurse. Students will take concepts introduced in their LPN studies and/or prior work experience and build on them in this course to successfully merge into year two of the RN program.   

 

Prerequisite (s):  

  • Active, unencumbered Michigan LPN License earned within 3 years of acceptance.  

  • If LPN Licensure earned greater than 3 years: Proof of 1000 hours worked within the last 2 years AND an active, unencumbered Michigan LPN License. 

 
PREREQUISITE(S):

  • Active, unencumbered Michigan LPN License earned within 3 years of acceptance.  

  • If LPN Licensure earned greater than 3 years: Proof of 1000 hours worked within the last 2 years AND an active, unencumbered Michigan LPN License. 


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