This course provides basic nursing concepts. Discusses the definitions of nursing and provides a brief review of the history of nursing. The Neuman Systems Model, as the conceptual framework of choice, will be compared with other nursing models and in- depth examined with emphasis on the individual person as a client. Leininger's Cultural Care Diversity and Universality Theory will be introduced. Basic cultural concepts and its potential impact on the health of the individual will be covered.  The Nursing Process will be explored as the method by which the framework will be applied to the practice of nursing.  Focus will be placed on primary prevention interventions for individual clients with intact normal line of defense.  Egan's Model of Helping Relationship will be introduced as the communication framework. Concepts related to the nursing profession, such as nursing values and ethics; and critical thinking, decision making, and problem-solving skills will be introduced.