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Basic Nursing

BASIC B.SC. NURSING(B.SC. NURSING)

This programme of study leads to a Basic B.Sc. Nursing degree of the Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences with an in take of 60 seats.

Recognized by : Government of Karnataka, Indian Nursing Council, Karnataka Nursing Council, Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka

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Educational Objectives

Under the overall aims and goals of the Institution, the following are the main objectives of the course. At the completion of the course the graduates are expected to :

  • Have a broad concept of the fundamental principles of quality nursing care, and demonstrate skill in providing nursing care to people of all age groups based on principles of physical, biological and behavioural sciences in an institution or in a community setting.
  • Participate as members of the health care team in promotive, preventive and restorative health care delivery system of the country.
  • Demonstrate leadership qualities and decision making abilities in various nursing situations.
  • Demonstrate skill in teaching and supervising nursing care both in the hospital and in community setting.
  • Recognise the need for continued learning, and for personal and professional growth.
  • Uphold ethical values.
  • Advance without further formal education to positions which require skills in clinical teaching and unit management.

Course Structure

  • 1st Year
    Subjects Theory Hours Practical / Clinical Hours Hours
    1. English 60
    2. Anatomy 60
    3. Physiology 60
    4. Nutrition 60
    5. Biochemistry 30
    6. Nursing Foundations 265 + 200 450
    7. Psychology 60
    8. Microbiology 60
    9. Introduction to Computers 45
    10. Kannada 30
    11. Library work / Self Study 50
    12. Co-curricular activities 50
    TOTAL 930 450 100
    TOTAL HOURS = 1480 HRS
  • 2nd Year
    Subjects Theory Hours Practical / Clinical Hours Hours
    1. Sociology 60
    2. Pharmacology 45
    3. Pathology 30
    4. Genetics 15
    5. Medical Surgical Nursing (Adult including geriatrics) 210 720
    6. Community Health Nursing 90 135
    7. Communication and Educational Technology 60 + 30
    8. Library work / Self Study 50
    9. Co-curricular activities 35
    TOTAL 540 855 85
    TOTAL HOURS = 1480 HRS
  • 3rd Year
    Subjects Theory Hours Practical / Clinical Hours Hours
    1. Medical-Surgical Nursing (Adult including geriatrics)-II 120 450
    2. Child Health Nursing 90 270
    3. Mental Health Nursing 90 270
    4. Nursing Research & Statistics 45 45
    5. Library work / Self Study 50
    6. Co-curricular activities 50
    TOTAL 345 1035 100
    TOTAL HOURS = 1480 HRS
  • 4th Year
    Subjects Theory Hours Practical / Clinical Hours
    1. Midwifery and Obstetrical Nursing 90 180
    2. Community Health Nursing – II 90 135
    3. Management of Nursing Services and Education 60 + 30
    TOTAL 270 315
    Grand Total 585 Hours