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2.00 Credits
Required for music majors whose principal performing medium is a string, wind or percussion instrument; other qualified students may be admitted. Study of standard literature for the instrument and technical exercises as determined by the instructor. 50-minute lessons. A minimum of 12 hours per week practice is required. Register for the course number that matches your area of interest: MUSP 2370: Cello MUSP 2371: Flute MUSP 2372: Guitar MUSP 2373: Viola MUSP 2374: Violin MUSP 2375: Harp MUSP 2376: Misc. Instruments MUSP 2377: Harp Pedagogy I MUSP 2378: Harp Pedagogy II MUSP 2379: Harp Pedagogy III Prerequisite: A successful entrance audition.
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4.00 Credits
Composed of lecture, lab and clinical components, NURS 1000 is an introductory course for a program of study leading to an associate degree in nursing. Course content includes an emphasis on the nursing role, legal and ethical aspects of nursing, the nurse-patient relationship, communication and definitions of health. Concepts of complementary therapy are discussed. You are introduced to Modeling and Role-Modeling and other conceptual models that provide a framework for studying and practicing nursing. Problem-solving models that nurses use, such as the nursing process, are also introduced. During the lab component of the course, you will learn content related to universal precautions, hygiene, body mechanics, comfort skills and oral medication administration. Your clinical experience for this introductory course will occur in the long-term care setting where you will have the opportunity to administer oral and topical medications to your patient. Prerequisites: Chemistry; BIOL 2000 or 2400, or concurrent enrollment in BIOL 2400; math competence or concurrent enrollment in FNDN 0600; C.N.A. certified (certified nursing assistant).
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4.00 Credits
NURS 1200, the second sequential course, combines lecture, lab and clinical components to emphasize history taking and holistic health assessment of the patient. With a focus on a systematic approach to the collection of data, you begin to learn to make assessments that provide a basis for nursing interventions and practice. Physical assessment tools are introduced in nursing lectures and practice lab and applied with healthy patients in a variety of clinical settings. Further assessment skills are acquired as you learn the assessment of pain experienced by patients. In addition, you will learn assessments related to sleep, spiritual health, nutritional status and client self-care abilities. Prerequisites: NURS 1000, FNDN 0600 or math competency.
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4.00 Credits
NURS 1260 is the first course in an accelerated program for Licensed Practical Nurses who have been granted advanced placement in nursing. The course begins with discussion and definition of health and the factors that influence health in persons. A conceptual model for nursing, Modeling and Role-Modeling, is introduced along with the basic theories that support the model. The course introduces you to the history, definitions, roles and responsibilities of the professional nurse. Critical-thinking and problem-solving methods for nurses are introduced. Building on previously learned knowledge and skills, you use a holistic assessment tool to learn systematic data collection with healthy patients across the lifespan. Prerequisites: FNDN 0600 or math competency; BIOL 2400; and, as applicable, completion of Minnesota Board of Nursing Abilities. Prerequisite with concurrency: BIOL 2410.
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4.00 Credits
Composed of lecture, lab and clinical components, NURS 2100 builds on concepts that you learned in Level I (first semester) nursing courses. You will learn assessment and care of patients of all age groups experiencing variations in health related to mobility, sensory deficits, chemical dependency as well as patients experiencing surgical procedures. Perspectives of acute, chronic and rehabilitative care and diagnostic testing are considered. You will develop competency in the safe administration of intramuscular, subcutaneous, and intradermal medications during this course. Nursing practice lab experiences focus on asepsis, mini-assessment and priority setting. Your clinical experiences are designed to maximize integration of learning and emphasize assessment and delivery of care for the patient in the acute care environment. Prerequisites: NURS 1200, American Heart Association CPR certification. Prerequisite with concurrency: BIOL 2410.
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4.00 Credits
This course continues with the assessment and care of patients of all ages experiencing variations in health with an emphasis on the variations related to the transportation of oxygen, the transportation and utilization of nutrients andneurological deficits. Your nursing practice lab experiences include procedures involving tubes, pumps and drainage devices, as well as oxygen and airway equipment. Your acute care clinical experiences will focus on caring for patients with acute healthcare problems and will assist you in integrating theory, lab and clinical content to provide quality patient care. Prerequisites: NURS 2100, American Heart Association CPR certification.
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4.00 Credits
NURS 2250 is the second course for you as you transition to the registered nurse role. The conceptual model, Modeling and Role-Modeling, is further explored as you begin to perform assessments and provide care to patients experiencing variations in health. You build on previous knowledge learned about the care of patients across the lifespan who are experiencing variations in health related to mobility and nutrition. New skills are introduced along with review and further development of previously learned skills. Basic concepts of intravenous fluid therapy are explored. A clinical component provides experiences in caring for patients with variations in health and is designed to maximize integration of learning. Prerequisites: NURS 1260, American Heart Association CPR certification.
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4.00 Credits
Composed of lecture, lab and clinical components, NURS 2440 builds on concepts that you learned in previous nursing courses. Focus is on variations in health throughout the lifespan specific to the regulatory systems. You continue to refine your skills in medication administration, especially IV therapy, during lab and clinical experiences. Your clinical experience will occur in an acute care healthcare setting where you will provide nursing care to patients experiencing variations in health. Prerequisites: NURS 2200, BIOL 2450, CPR certification.
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4.00 Credits
In this course you will build upon your previous learning gained in the preceding nursing courses. NURS 2540 is composed of seminar/lab, lecture and clinical components and includes variations in health throughout the lifespan related to the production and circulation of blood and cellular proliferation. Your clinical care of patients experiencing variations of health is provided in a variety of acute healthcare settings. Prerequisites: NURS 2440, CPR Certification.
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4.00 Credits
NURS 2550 involves the continuing study of variations in health across the lifespan, building on previous knowledge you have learned. Topics include variations in the transport of oxygen, in the production and transport of blood, cellular composition and the regulatory systems of the body. Acute, chronic and rehabilitative care are considered along with diagnostic testing and complementary therapies. Skills are reviewed or learned during lab. You will continue to develop your problem-solving and communication skills. The clinical component provides you with experiences in the care of patients with variations in health. Prerequisites: NURS 2250; BIOL 2450; CPR certification.
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