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  • NUR 432: Professional Issues

    3.00 Credits
    Daemen University

    This course continues the process of professional nursing socialization. It is designed so that students may lead seminars to discuss issues affecting the nursing profession. The course includes a student led debate and a written articulation of each student’s philosophy of nursing. The major goals of this course are to increase student involvement in policy/politics and to enhance student awareness of the importance of lifelong learning. Lecture, 3 hours. Prerequisites: All 300-level nursing courses; NUR 417. Co-requisite or prerequisite: NUR 453. Offered Each Semester.
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  • NUR 453: Professional Nursing Practice III

    6.00 Credits
    Daemen University

    In this course, the student applies the nursing process to the community as the client. Students will provide health care for a group of people with certain commonalities such as ethnic backgrounds, socio-economic status, geographic locations, health status and/or common interests. The focus of the course is on the implementation of communication skills, critical thinking and research in a selected community. This course will emphasize the role of the professional nurse as coordinator of care by helping communities adapt to various stressors and achieve and maintain total wellness. Content presented is related to professional nursing practice, accountability for related leadership as a change agent, and client advocate in group interaction with the community. In addition, this course will emphasize the process of producing a publication quality final paper. To this end, a process of submission of written materials for critique by group members and by faculty followed by revision and re-submission will be utilized. The assessment and recommendations will be graded at the end of the semester. Lecture, 3 hours; External Learning Experiences, 6 hours. Prerequisites: All 300-level nursing courses; NUR 417. Offered Each Semester.
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  • PAS 301: Advanced Human Anatomy

    4.00 Credits
    Daemen University

    Functional and applied human anatomy presented on a systemic basis. The course is divided into five sections - general anatomical concepts, upper extremity and back; head and neck; thorax and abdomen; perineum, pelvis, and lower extremity and neuroanatomy. This advanced course will go beyond basic anatomical concepts and emphasize in both lecture and laboratory sessions the functional anatomical relationship to pathological conditions commonly encountered in the primary care setting. The relationship between embryology and the study of pediatrics will be taught. Laboratory sessions will be organized using models and prosection cadavers. Small group interactions will be used to demonstrate problem-solving abilities related to clinical findings and physical examination. Prerequisites: PA Professional Phase acceptance or upper division status in biology, biochemistry, or natural science with a grade of C or better in NSC 331. Offered Each Year (Fall).
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  • PAS 302: Advanced Microbiology/Immunology

    3.00 Credits
    Daemen University

    This course focuses on the anatomy, physiology, and relationships of bacteria, fungi, protozoa, viruses, and rickettsiae and helminths. Included are the systemic diseases caused by these organisms, control of microorganisms, the host-parasite relationship, and the establishment of disease. The immune system will be discussed in detail including resistance to disease, immunity and serology, and immune disorders. Prerequisite: PA Professional Phase acceptance; Co-requisite of PAS 301, 303, 312, 314. Offered Each Year (Fall).
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  • PAS 303: Medical Informatics

    2.00 Credits
    Daemen University

    The course covers the practical terminology needed for the medical interview, problem oriented medical record, anatomical structures, and physical examination. The use of computers in the health care setting will be explored and practical experience at accessing patient data will be provided. Students will also learn practical software applications. Students are introduced to the practice of medicine as a Physician Assistant with an emphasis on the profession’s history, philosophy, and enabling legislation. Prerequisite: PA Professional Phase acceptance; Co-requisite of PAS 301, 302, 312, 314. Offered Each Year (Fall).
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  • PAS 304: Fundamentals of Clinical Medicine I

    5.00 Credits
    Daemen University

    This course provides an introduction to the study of the disease process. Emphasis has been placed on the integration of the essential anatomy, physiology, pathology, microbiology, pharmacology, and medical terminology relevant to medical problems encountered in the primary care setting. The differential diagnosis of symptoms and physical findings along with interpretation of laboratory and radiographic tests appropriate to each system is discussed. Topics to include, problems of the respiratory tract, cardiology, hematology, endocrinology, nephrology, urology, and gastroenterology. The course will use both lecture and seminar formats. The student learns the general principles of diagnostic imaging and electrocardiography. Prerequisites: Minimum grade of C in PAS 301, 302, 303, 312, and 314; Co-requisite of PAS 306, 310, and 313. Offered Each Year (Spring).
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  • PAS 306: Physical Diagnosis I

    4.00 Credits
    Daemen University

    Emphasis will be placed on properly conducting a medical interview for problem definition and performing a complete physical examination. Both lecture presentations and laboratory instruction will be utilized to teach history taking and physical examination maneuvers. The laboratory portion includes practical hands-on sessions supervised by faculty in small group settings. Students develop the skills needed to obtain a thorough history and perform a total physical examination. Prerequisites: Minimum grade of C in PAS 301, 302, 303, 312, and 314; Co-requisite of PAS 304, 310, 306L. Offered Each Year (Spring).
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  • PAS 310: Pharmacology I

    2.00 Credits
    Daemen University

    This course is designed in sequence with the topics presented in Fundamentals of Clinical Medicine I and focuses on practical pharmacotherapeutics. Mechanisms of drug action, therapeutic uses, specific effects and toxicity, effects on organ systems, contraindications and drug interactions will be presented. Emphasis is placed on the most commonly used categories of drugs. Prerequisites: PAS 301, 302, 303, 312, and 314. Offered Each Year (Spring).
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  • PAS 312: Clinical Laboratory Medicine

    2.00 Credits
    Daemen University

    This course focuses on basic laboratory procedures and physiology used to investigate clinical problems encountered in the primary care setting. In addition to office procedures, laboratory tests conducted in the hospital setting useful in making a diagnosis and evaluating treatment effectiveness will be emphasized. Tests relevant to hematology, chemistry, bacteriology, urinalysis, and immunology will be discussed, demonstrated, and performed. In addition to the laboratory experience, students will be exposed to interpreting case studies and laboratory reports. Prerequisite: PA Professional Phase acceptance; Co-requisite of PAS 301, 302, 303, and 314. Offered Each Year (Fall).
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  • PAS 313: Preventative Medicine

    2.00 Credits
    Daemen University

    This course has been designed to provide the PA student with a functional understanding of prevention strategies employed in the primary care setting. Emphasis has been placed on applying appropriate interventions and services that have been proven effective in preventing disease and improving the human condition as it relates to the quality of life and longevity. In addition, nutrition will be a major focus on this course. The students will review the epidemiological distribution of disease and its sociologic implications. Prerequisites: PAS 301, 302, 303, 312, and 314. Offered Each Year (Spring).
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