Here are the comprehensive notes for the GNM (General Nursing and Midwifery) 1st-year curriculum, designed to help you excel in your exams.

GNM 1st Year Subjects & Notes

The first year of the GNM course lays the foundation for your nursing career. It covers four main subjects. For an even more convenient way to study, you can find all these GNM 1st-year notes, aligned with the Indian Nursing Council (INC) and RGUHS syllabus, and more on the EziNurse app, widely considered the best app for nursing students.

1. Bio-Sciences (Anatomy, Physiology, and Microbiology)

This subject is all about understanding the human body and the microorganisms that affect it.

Anatomy & Physiology 🧠

This part covers the structure and function of the human body, from the tiniest cell to complex organ systems.

• Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology: Key terms and overview.
• Cellular Structure: The basic building block of life.
• Tissues, Membranes, and Glands: How cells group together to perform specific functions.
• Skeletal System: Bones, joints, and their roles in support and movement.
• Muscular System: Types of muscles and how they produce movement.
• Cardiovascular System: The heart, blood vessels, and blood circulation. ❤️
• Respiratory System: Lungs and airways involved in breathing.
• Digestive System: Organs responsible for food breakdown and absorption.
• Excretory System: Kidneys and urinary tract for waste removal.
• Nervous System: Brain, spinal cord, and nerves that control the body.
• Endocrine System: Glands that produce hormones.
• Reproductive System: Male and female reproductive organs.
• Sensory Organs: Eyes, ears, nose, tongue, and skin.

Microbiology 🦠

This section introduces you to the world of microorganisms.

• Introduction: History and importance of microbiology in nursing.
• Microorganisms: Bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites.
• Infection Control: Concepts of infection, disinfection, sterilization, and asepsis.
• Immunity: How the body defends itself against pathogens.

2. Behavioral Sciences (Psychology and Sociology)

This subject helps you understand human behavior and social interactions, which is crucial for patient care.

Psychology 🤔

• Introduction: The study of the mind and behavior.
• Human Behavior: Dynamics of behavior, motivation, and emotions.
• Learning & Memory: How we acquire and retain information.
• Personality: Theories and development of personality.
• Intelligence: Concepts and measurement.

Sociology 🧑‍🤝‍🧑

• Introduction: The study of society and social relationships.
• The Individual: How society shapes an individual.
• The Family: Types, functions, and the role of family in health and illness.
• Society: Social groups, communities (rural and urban), and social structure.
• Culture: The influence of cultural norms on health practices.

3. Nursing Foundations

This is the core subject of your first year, covering the basics of nursing practice.

Fundamentals of Nursing 👩‍⚕️

• Introduction to Nursing: The concept of nursing, health, and illness. Discusses the qualities of a nurse, nursing as a profession, and ethical principles (e.g., Code of Ethics).
• Nursing Process: The systematic approach to patient care (Assessment, Diagnosis, Planning, Implementation, and Evaluation – ADPIE).
• Basic Nursing Care: Meeting the fundamental needs of a patient, including comfort, hygiene, nutrition, elimination, and sleep.
• Vital Signs: Procedures for measuring temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure (TPR & BP).
• Health Assessment: Techniques for conducting a physical examination.
• Infection Control in Practice: Handwashing, use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and maintaining a sterile environment.
• Administration of Medications: Routes of drug administration, dosage calculations, and the “rights” of medication safety.
• First Aid: Emergency care for common injuries like wounds, fractures, burns, and poisoning.

4. Community Health Nursing

This subject introduces nursing care outside the hospital setting, focusing on the health of the community as a whole.

Community Health Nursing – I 🏘️

• Introduction: Concepts of community health and community health nursing.
• Health Determinants: Factors that influence the health of a population.
• Epidemiology: The study of how diseases spread and can be controlled. Covers concepts like epidemiological triad, incubation period, and levels of prevention.
• Nutrition: The role of diet in health and disease, nutritional assessment, and managing nutritional deficiencies.
• Environmental Hygiene: Importance of safe water, waste disposal, and sanitation.
• Health Education: Principles and methods of educating individuals and communities about health.

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