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  • HS 061: Medical Terminology

    2.00 Credits
    College of the Desert

    This course introduces medical terminology as used by all health service personnel, including medical doctors, dentists, nurses, respiratory therapists, physical therapists, EMTs, medical secretaries and doctors' office assistants. Lecture Hours: 36 Lab Hours: 0 Repeatable: No Grading: L Prerequisite: ENG-050 CAN: None Transfer Status: None Degree Applicable: AA/AS COD GE: None CSU GE: None IGETC: None
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  • HS 062: Your Living Body

    3.00 Credits
    College of the Desert

    This course provides a basic overview of body structures and functions, correlated with discussion of the major diseases affecting each of the major systems. This course is required for Vocational Nursing Program. Lecture Hours: 54 Lab Hours: 0 Repeatable: No Grading: L Prerequisite: ENG-050 CAN: None Transfer Status: None Degree Applicable: AA/AS COD GE: None CSU GE: None IGETC: None
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  • HS 064: NURSE ASSISTANT Units

    6.00 Credits
    College of the Desert

    This course includes basic nursing principles used in the care of clients in long-term care facilities. The content addresses the basic needs of clients; concepts of ethics and confidentiality; techniques of communication; reporting and recording of observations and basic assessments; performance of special treatments, procedures and skills required for client care. Successful completion of the course results in eligibility to take the state-approved test that leads to certification as a nursing assistant. Lecture Hours: 63 Lab Hours: 135 Repeatable: No Grading: L Prerequisite: ENG-050 CAN: None Transfer Status: None Degree Applicable: AA/AS COD GE: None CSU GE: None IGETC: None
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  • HS 066: Home Health Aide

    2.00 Credits
    College of the Desert

    This course expands on the content taught in the nursing assistant course to provide preparation for care of residents in home care settings. Content emphasizes personal care, basic communications, safety, meal planning, and maintaining a healthful environment. Lecture Hours: 27 Lab Hours: 27 Repeatable: No Grading: L Prerequisite: HS-064 or CNA CAN: None Transfer Status: None Degree Applicable: NAA COD GE: None CSU GE: None IGETC: None
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  • HS 067: Introduction to Med/ Dosage Calculations

    1.00 Credits
    College of the Desert

    This course provides a basic foundation for the study of pharmacology and covers the general principles of drug administration with a review of arithmetic and the calculation of math dosages. It utilizes a nursing process approach which focuses on the understanding of pharmacological principles, medication administration, and the evaluation of the client's responses in the health care setting. This course is designed for the beginning vocational nursing student and other allied health care disciplines. Lecture Hours: 18 Lab Hours: 0 Repeatable: No Grading: L Advisory: ENG-050 and MATH-057 CAN: None Transfer Status: None Degree Applicable: AA/AS COD GE: None CSU GE: None IGETC: None
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  • HS 070: Intro to Health Sciences

    1.00 Credits
    College of the Desert

    This course is strongly recommended for all students entering the VN or ADN programs offered at College of the Desert. It is designed to provide students interested in Health Sciences programs with detailed information about program requirements and career objectives. Lecture Hours: 18 Lab Hours: 0 Repeatable: No Grading: L Advisory: ENG-050 and RDG-050 CAN: None Transfer Status: None Degree Applicable: AA/AS COD GE: None CSU GE: None IGETC: None
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  • HS 071: Strategies For Success in a Nursing Program

    2.00 Credits
    College of the Desert

    Designed to prepare students for the successful completion of the nursing program. Students will be given an overview of the program requirements and expectations and they will acquire information and skills that facilitate student success once admitted into the program. Students will also explore nursing career options, which will guide the development of their educational plan. Lecture Hours: 36 Lab Hours: 0 Repeatable: No Grading: L Advisory: ENG-050 and RDG-050 CAN: None Transfer Status: None Degree Applicable: NAA COD GE: None CSU GE: None IGETC: None
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  • HS 081: Basic Arrhythmias

    2.00 Credits
    College of the Desert

    This course is designed for persons working with patients who require cardiac monitoring. It provides a review of anatomy and physiology of the heart. The normal and abnormal rhythms of the heart are studied with an emphasis on treatment for abnormal arrhythmias. This course is applicable for LVN, RN, and CNA Continuing Education Units (CEUs). Lecture Hours: 36 Lab Hours: 0 Repeatable: No Grading: L CAN: None Transfer Status: None Degree Applicable: NAA COD GE: None CSU GE: None IGETC: None
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  • HS 098: Nursing Skills Lab

    0.50 Credits
    College of the Desert

    Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 27 Repeatable: 3 Grading: K
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  • HS 099: Nursing Skills Lab

    1.00 Credits
    College of the Desert

    Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 54 Repeatable: 3 Grading: K This course provides opportunity for practice and mastery of nursing skills necessary for safe patient care. It uses multimedia materials, computers, and instructor assistance to improve the skills needed and is directed to students needing review of nursing procedures. May be taken for a total of four times. Prerequisite: ENG-050 CAN: None Corequisite: Enrollment in a Nursing course Transfer Status: None Degree Applicable: NAA COD GE: None CSU GE: None IGETC: None
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