Mathematics for Practical Nurses (PSW-PN)
Course: NSG8016
In this course, you will be learning essential mathematical concepts and calculations specifically designed for practical nurses. This course is a critical component of your PSW to PN bridge program and is an essential step towards your goal of becoming a Registered Practical Nurse. In this course students will demonstrate proficiency in mathematical calculations as they apply to the nursing clinical practice setting. Students will examine principles of medication administration, Medical Terminology and Abbreviations; Understanding Medication Orders and Analyzing Labels; Dosage Calculation; Safety and Practice; Oral Medications; Parenteral Medications; Reconstitution of Medication to Solutions; Intravenous Solutions and Equipment; Intravenous Calculations; Heparin and Insulin; Pediatrics.
Notes
This course is part of the Nursing Transformation: PSW to PN pathway initiative. Students are required to complete a screening process to prior to course registration to ensure they will be eligible to transition into the Practical Nursing program.
If you are new to the bridging initiative, please visit the PSW-PN pathway initiative page to confirm you meet the requirements and apply for approval to register.
If you have already been approved for the PSW-PN pathway initiative, please call the Registrar’s Office at 613-727-0002 to register. Only students on the Approved to Register List will be eligible to register by phone.
| SUMMER 2024 |
| Online Learning |
| Section | Date(s) | Mode | Domestic Fees | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 841 | Jun 3 - Sep 9 | Online | $410.42 | * See footnote |
| 843 | Aug 1 - Nov 7 | Online | $410.42 | * See footnote |
Please Note: Off-shore international students enrolling in online courses will be subject to an international premium fee per course registration.
* Online registration not available for this section.
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