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3.00 Credits
Introduction to vocation of practical nursing and occupational requirements established by the Louisiana State Board of Practical Nurse Examiners. Knowledge, study skills and attitudes required for patient care and clear communication and strategies to enhance academic success. Corequisite(s): BIOL 161 and BIOL 163 and DMPT 101.
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2.00 Credits
Concurrent theory, skills lab, and clinical experience that focus on basic nursing skills to meet the psychological, cultural, and spiritual needs of the client in nursing homes/long-term care facilities and home care. This course introduces the normal aging process, including biological changes and health maintenance throughout the life cycle. Universal precautions and basic infection control will be introduced. Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA) guidelines are presented. Prerequisite(s): PRNU 101 and permission of the instructor. Corequisite(s): Co-requisites: DMPT 101 and NURS 110 and BIOL 161 and BIOL 163 or BIOL 251 and BIOL 253 and BIOL 252 and BIOL 254.
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5.00 Credits
Concurrent theory and clinical/lab experience applying the nursing process to meet basic physical and psychosocial needs of patients in a variety of health care setting with emphasis on the geriatric adult. Medical terminology, physical assessment skills, nursing care formulation, documentation, and computer skills are taught in this course. Biopsychosocial changes associate with aging along with legal/ethical aspects related to aging are discussed. The student will be introduced to IV therapy, infection control, pre-op and post-op care, the assessment of the genitourinary system in regards to elimination, and essential concepts related to decubitus and wound care, dietary requirements, and medication administration. Prerequisite(s): PRNU 103 and NURS 110. Corequisite(s): Co-requisite: NURS 111.
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6.00 Credits
Concurrent theory and clinical/lab experience applying the nursing process with special emphasis on essential concepts related to body fluid/water, electrolytes, and acid-base balance. Alterations in the cardiovascular, respiratory, endocrine, integumentary, immune, and reproductive systems, and therapeutic/modified diets for each body system are addressed. Prerequisite(s): PRNU-106: Medical Surgical Nursing I.
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8.00 Credits
Includes concurrent theory and clinical experiences designed to introduce the practical nursing student to the care of: the childbearing family, the neonate and the child, and clients experiencing psychological or behavioral alterations. Actual and potential health issues which affect these groups are presented in theory. Pharmacological concepts for the pediatric, maternal-child, and mental health patient will be presented. Strategies which promote health-seeking behaviors are discussed. Prerequisite(s): PRNU-106: Medical Surgical Nursing I AND NURS-111: Pharmacotherapy and Nursing.
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8.00 Credits
Concurrent theory and clinical experience applying the nursing process in the care of patients with alterations in musculoskeletal, genitourinary, and neurological systems. Concepts of oncological nursing and intravenous therapy are included. Using the nursing process, basic and advanced nursing skills are performed in meeting the needs of the medical-surgical patient in the clinical setting. Principles of leadership, delegation, and management in the adult and geriatric setting will also be taught. Prerequisite(s): PRNU 117: Pediatric, Obstetrical, and Mental Health Nursing for Practical Nursing. Corequisite(s): Co-requisite: PRNU 128: Career Preparation for the Practical Nursing Student.
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3.00 Credits
Preparation for employment is introduced by evaluating job opportunities, compiling a resume, and outlining information essential to finding, applying for, and terminating employment in the healthcare industry. The student will be introduced to leadership/management of the practical nurse in nursing homes and long-term care facilities. The Louisiana law and rules, the nurse practice act, and the administrative code which governs the practice of practical nursing are emphasized to facilitate the student’s understanding of the operation of the Louisiana Board of Practical Nurse Examiners, and to outline the obligations which accompany licensure of the practical nurse. Students are prepared for NCLEX-PN licensure examination. Post graduate continuing education, practice issues, professional organizations, and networking are discussed. Prerequisite(s): PRNU-117: Pediatric, Obstetrical, and Mental Health Nursing for Practical Nursing. Corequisite(s): Co-requisite: PRNU-124: Medical Surgical Nursing III.
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3.00 Credits
Scientific explanation of human sexuality that reviews historical perspectives. Includes crosscultural and contemporary issues.
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3.00 Credits
History and methodology of psychology, biological basis of behavior, perception, memory, learning, motivation, human development, personality, abnormal behavior, and social psychology. (LCTCS Course: PSYC 201/2010)
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3.00 Credits
Basic psychological principles as explanations for challenges encountered in adult life. Includes abnormal psychology, psychological evaluation, and therapies. Not intended to provide evaluation or therapy to individual students. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 127.
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