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  • 1.00 Credits

    The student will explore selected issues relevant to the licensed practical nurse working with older adults in a variety of settings. Societal issues related to aging are addressed as well. Physiological and psycho-social issues that impact the health of older adults are explored within the context of a variety of environments of care. Community resources for older adults are also identified.
  • 1.00 Credits

    The student is introduced to the role, responsibilities and the scope of practice for the practical nurse in dealing with patients who have mental health alterations. The concepts of therapeutic milieu, communication and the use of the nursing process in relation to various mental health disorders will be addressed. The thread running throughout these discussions will be the importance of actively choosing to optimize their own mental health.
  • 1.00 Credits

    Students will explore how their interactions with patients are affected by their own culturally-influenced values and communication styles, the values of the nursing subculture, and the patients’ cultural values and communication styles. The students will learn communication styles and patterns that will enhance their nursing skills to communicate more effectively with patients and families from diverse cultures. They will explore the values and traditions of immigrant cultures most commonly found in the Central Ohio area.
  • 1.00 Credits

    The student is briefly introduced to nursing informatics and then assessment of their attitudes and abilities with computers is completed. Researching various resources, types of devices, and operating systems will be done. Students will perform activities on the devices and will journal their use in the clinical setting.
  • 1.00 Credits

    The student is introduced to major ethical theories and principles as they relate to issues in healthcare and nursing. Course content and discussion include the theories of deontology and utilitarianism, the principles of nonmaleficence, beneficence, autonomy, and justice. The student will explore the application of these theories and principles to the role of a student and to issues in nursing practice. Case studies are used to illustrate strategies for ethical decision making.
  • 1.00 Credits

    This course will include content related to the beginning interpretation of 5-lead cardiac monitor strips for normal and selected abnormal cardiac rhythms. Correct procedure to obtain 5-lead and 12-lead ECG tracings will be demonstrated and practiced. Students will discuss appropriate interventions for patients experiencing various abnormal cardiac rhythms.
  • 5.00 Credits

    This course is designed as an introductory survey class for the student interested in the field of comparative politics. The class begins with an analysis of just what comparative politics is. A theoretical framework is used to help the student understand the basic principles found within comparative politics. We will study specific countries by analyzing their history, institutions, political culture, and economy.
  • 5.00 Credits

    This course introduces students to the nature, purpose and structure of the American political system. Attention is given to the institutions and processes that create public policy. The strengths and weaknesses of the American political system are discussed, along with the role of citizens in a democracy. A distance-learning (DL) version of Introduction to American Government is available. Students taking the Web-based version of the course must be familiar with computers, have an e-mail address, and access to the Internet. Course content is identical to that presented in a traditional classroom setting. Examinations for distance learning courses are administered at the Testing Center.
  • 5.00 Credits

    This course introduces the student to the nature, purpose and structure of state and local governments, especially in Ohio. Attention is given to the institutions and processes that create public policy, including fiscal policy and the court system. The strengths and weaknesses of the state and local government system are discussed along with the everyday role of citizens in a democracy—especially at these levels of government.
  • 5.00 Credits

    This course examines the origin, nature, and development of the post-Cold War international system. It explores how individuals, Nation-States, nongovernmental and international organizations interact with one another. Basic concepts include knowledge of actors such as Nation-States, international organizations like the United Nations, transnational corporations, nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) and social movements. The course further examines theoretical frameworks for interaction such as idealism, realism, and nationalism. Students will assess issues such as national sovereignty, the meaning of nationalism, national interest, national security, and the international balance of power. The course considers aspects of foreign policy including political economy, isolationism, and interventionism. It also explores strategies for enhancing international security, conflict resolution, diplomacy, military intervention, and the role of international law.
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