B.Sc Nursing

Name of the Course offered by the Institution: B.Sc. (Basic) Nursing
Year of Establishment : 2009
Aims of the B.Sc. (Basic) Nursing Course
The aim of the undergraduate nursing program is to -
1 prepare graduates to assume responsibilities as professional, competent nurses and midwives in providing promotive, preventive, curative, and rehabilitative services.
2 prepare nurses who can make independent decisions in nursing situations, protect the rights and facilitate individuals and groups in pursuit of health, function in the hospital, community nursing services, and conduct research studies in the areas of nursing practice. They are also expected to assume the role of teacher, supervisor and manager in a clinical / public health setting.
Objectives
On completion of the four-year B.Sc. Nursing program the graduate will be able to -
1 apply knowledge from physical, biological, and behavioural sciences, medicine including alternative systems and providing nursing care to individuals, families and communities.
2 demonstrate understanding of lifestyle and other factors, which affect health of individuals and groups.
3 provide nursing care based on steps of nursing process in collaboration with the individuals and groups.
4 demonstrate critical thinking skill in making decisions in all situations in all situations in order to provide quality care.
5 utilize the latest trends and technology in providing health care.
6 provide promotive, preventive, and restorative health services in line with the national health policies and programmes.
7 practice within the framework of code of ethics and professional conduct, and acceptable standards of practice within the legal boundaries.
8 communicate effectively with individuals and groups, and members of the health team in order to promote effective interpersonal relationships and teamwork.
9 demonstrate skills in teaching to individuals and groups in clinical/community health settings.
10 participate effectively as members of the health team in health care delivery system.
11 demonstrate leadership and managerial skills in clinical/community health settings.
12 conduct need based research studies in various settings and utilize the research findings to improve the quality of care.
13 demonstrate awareness, interest and contribute towards advancement of self and of the profession.

Duration
BSc nursing is 4 years Course

Medium of instruction
English

Syllabus
Syllabus prescribed by INC Syllabus & adopted by RGUHS.


Course of study

First year Basic B.Sc. Nursing
Subjects
1 English Theory
2 Anatomy Theory
3 Physiology Theory
4 Nutrition Theory
5 Biochemistry Theory
6 Nursing Foundations Theory & Practical
7 Psychology Theory
8 Microbiology Theory
9 Introduction to Computers Theory
10 Kannada Theory
Second Year Basic B.Sc. Nursing
Subjects
1 Sociology Theory
2 Pharmacology Theory
3 Pathology Theory
4 Genetics Theory
5 Medical Surgical Nursing (Adult including geriatrics) Theory & Practical
6 Community Health Nursing Theory
7 Communication and Educational Technology Theory
Third Year Basic B.Sc. Nursing
Subjects
1 Medical-Surgical Nursing (Adult including Geriatrics) - II Theory & Practical
2 Child Health Nursing Theory & Practical
3 Mental Health Nursing Theory & Practical
4 Nursing Research & Statistics Theory
Fourth Year Basic B.Sc. Nursing
Subjects
1 Midwifery and Obstetrical Nursing Theory & Practical
2 Community Health Nursing – II Theory & Practical
3 Management of Nursing Services and Education Theory