NURS 461 is a two-credit undergraduate course that provides students with an opportunity to explore and apply ethical principles to real-world nursing scenarios.
The course covers a wide range of ethical topics, including:
- Informed consent
- Autonomy and self-determination
- Confidentiality
- Justice and fairness
- End-of-life care
- Decision-making in complex cases
Students in NURS 461 will develop the knowledge and skills they need to make ethical decisions in the complex and challenging world of nursing practice. They will also learn how to advocate for their patients’ rights and well-being, even when faced with difficult ethical dilemmas.
NURS 461 is a seminar-based course that emphasizes critical thinking and discussion. Students will participate in a variety of activities, including:
- Case studies
- Role-playing exercises
- Guest lectures from experts in nursing ethics and bioethics
- Reflective journaling and essays
Prerequisites
Completion of the third year of the nursing program
Recommended Text
Ethics in Nursing Practice: A Guide to Ethical Decision-Making, by American Nurses Association, 5th edition, Springer Publishing Company
