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0.00 - 3.00 Credits
This course focuses on nursing theory and practice in the physical assessment of the well individual. It emphasizes the physiologic variable and incorporates the psychological, sociocultural, spiritual, and developmental variables included in the Neuman Systems Model. Interviewing skills in obtaining a health history and physical assessment skills utilized in a physical examination are addressed. Prerequisites: C or better in NURS 235 and NURS 304. Three credit hours. (2,1).
Prerequisite:
( NURS 235 and( NURS 304
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0.00 - 5.00 Credits
This course focuses on nursing theory and practice to develop basic nursing strategies in assessment of health problems, diagnosis, nutrition, medication administration, and basic nursing interventions. The emphasis of the course is on nursing care skills essential to promote comfort and meet treatment needs, with opportunity for experiential learning. Prerequisites: C or better in NURS 235 and NURS 304. Five credit hours (3,2)
Prerequisite:
( NURS 235 and( NURS 304
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
Provides opportunity to pursue a special area of interest in nursing on a self-directed basis under faculty supervision. Prior to registration, the learner and faculty will develop specific objectives and activities for the project. Prerequisite: second semester sophomore nursing status. (May be repeated for a maximum of three semester hours earned toward degree). One semester hour.
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3.00 Credits
This course is an introduction to Complementary and Alternative Medicine Therapies (CAM). Major therapies identified by the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH) are explored including the evidence to support their use, safety and contraindications for use, and training of CAM practitioners. Special attention is given to therapies most commonly integrated into holistic nursing practice and evidence-based decision-making regarding CAM use and its integration into health care and health promotion. Three semester hours. (3,0).
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3.00 Credits
An introduction to the key concepts, social science theories and research relevant to death and dying issues and palliative care. Students will study the processes related to grief and mourning in the perspective of clients throughout the lifespan and across different cultures using the Neuman Systems Model to promote health. The course will also focus on the needs of the dying patient and critical end-of-life care that nurses will be faced with in their practice. Prerequisites: C or better in NURS 235. Three semester hours (3,0).
Prerequisite:
NURS 235
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1.00 Credits
Special projects involve discussion and advanced study on selected topics not covered in general courses. This will be a hybrid online course providing students an opportunity to earn academic credit for active pre-professional involvement in the local, state, and/or national levels of the National Student Nurses' Association. Students will develop individual learning contracts based on their specific roles and functions in the organization, which will enhance their critical thinking, communication, and leadership skills. Prerequisite: "C" or better in NURS 235. One semester hour (1,0).
Prerequisite:
NURS 235
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3.00 Credits
In this course, students are introduced to becoming a consumer of research. Emphasis is placed on reading, analyzing, and evaluating research articles. Clinical problems are identified and evaluated as to whether clinical practice protocols are research-based. This course builds on the learner's previous experiences with problem solving and focuses on incorporating nursing research into nursing practice. Prerequisites: "C" or better in NURS 345, NURS 346, and NURS 393 or by permission of instructor. Three credit hours (3,0).
Prerequisite:
( NURS 232 and NURS 233 and NURS 240 and NURS 242 and MATH 211)
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3.00 Credits
This course will examine the pathophysiology of selected disease processes across the human lifespan, including circulatory, metabolic, immune, and endocrine disturbances, degenerative processes, genetic disorders, the inflammatory process, and neoplasia. This course builds on the learner's knowledge of biochemistry, human anatomy and physiology, microbiology, human development, and clinical nursing practice. Pathophysiologic changes at the cellular, tissue, organ, system, and multi-system levels will also be examined. This course includes diagnostic testing and physical assessment specific to the disease processes studied. This course will incorporate implications for health and nursing strategies. Prerequisites: C or better in BIOL 202 and BIOL 203 and admission to the nursing major. Three credit hours (3,0).
Prerequisite:
( BIOL 202 and( BIOL 203
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3.00 Credits
This course provides students the opportunity to explore various health topics for diverse populations, e.g. disaster, environmental issues, changing family structures, drugs and violence, sanitation, communicable diseases, immunizations, malnutrition, etc. It is recommended that this course be taken by Junior or Senior students. (General Education - Global Issues and Cultures and General Education Electives) Three credit hours (3.0)
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4.00 Credits
NURS 347.MEDICAL SURGICAL NURSING CLINICALThis course focuses on the clinical application of medical-surgical nursing concepts. Emphasis is placed on using clinical reasoning and healthcare technologies to provide individualized care to clients in medical- surgical settings. This course provides opportunities to apply the nursing process and clinical judgement to provide client-centered care for adults from various backgrounds. Prerequisites: "C" or better in NURS 232, NURS 233, NURS 240, and NURS 242. Co-requisite: NURS 348. Four credit hours.
Prerequisite:
( NURS 232 and( NURS 233 and( NURS 240 and( NURS 242
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