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Course Criteria
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2.00 Credits
(Prerequisites: Admission to the Advanced Standing LPN to RN Fast Track Program, DSPR 0800, DSPW 0800, DSPM 0850, MATH 1020 or math proficiency exam) This course serves as an overview to the scientific principles of nursing and the individual as a holistic adaptive system. The concepts and content threads of nursing process, basic needs, adaptation, nutrition and diet therapy, communication, nursing roles, developmental stages, and pharmacology are introduced. It also addresses the responsibilities of the graduate nurse within the health care system. This course is designed as a transition from the LPN to RN role and builds upon previous knowledge. 2 hours lecture.
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0.00 - 5.00 Credits
NUR 101¿Transitions to Nursing Care I 5 sem. hrs. (Prerequisites: Admission to Advanced Standing LPN to RN Fast Track Program, MATH 1020 or math proficiency exam, BIOL 2010 or 2020, PSY 110) (Co-requisite: NUR 113) This course focuses on Maternal-Infant Nursing Care, Pediatric Nursing Care and Mental Health Nursing. The maternal child and pediatric components of this course focus on the scientific principles of nursing and adaptation that take place during the childbearing and childrearing phases and on health maintenance and promotion of children and women. The normal developmental tasks and related health needs and issues of this population are examined. The mental health component focuses on the scientific principles of nursing and adaptation that take place with specific alterations in psychological functioning across the life span. Integration of the interpersonal relationships of the individual and their groups, family, communication skills with patients, family, and the health care team are utilized in this course. The concepts and content threads of nursing process, basic needs, adaptation, nutrition and diet therapy, critical thinking, communication, nursing roles, developmental stages, and pharmacology are applied to these client populations. Theory and clinical experiences allow the student to respect each individual¿s needs as well as family needs for health promotion, illness prevention, and rehabilitation as needed, and to practice ethical, legal, and professional accountability. 3 hours
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0.00 - 9.00 Credits
(Prerequisites: DSPR 0800, DPSW 0800, DSPM 0850, MATH 1020, and Admission to the Nursing Program) This course focuses on the scientific principles of nursing and the individual as a holistic adaptive system. The concepts and content threads of nursing process, basic needs, adaptation, nutrition and diet therapy, communication, nursing roles, developmental stages, and pharmacology are introduced. The developmental stage focus is the older adult. Clinical experiences provide opportunities for the student to begin to demonstrate the use of the nursing process in delivery of client care. Student roles will include patient care provider and health care team member. Clinical experiences provide the student with opportunities to assist the individual client in meeting basic needs, to employ basic communication skills, to implement drug administration principles, and to identify the need for health promotion, prevention, and rehabilitation. 6 hours lecture, 9 hours laboratory.
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0.00 - 10.00 Credits
NUR 112¿Nursing Care I 10 sem. hrs. (Prerequisites: NUR 111, BIOL 2010 or 2020, PSY 110) (Co-requisite: NUR 113) This course focuses Maternal-Infant Nursing Care, Pediatric Nursing Care and Mental Health Nursing. The maternal, child and pediatric components of this course focus on the scientific principles of nursing and adaptation that take place during the childbearing and childrearing phases and on health maintenance and promotion of children and women. The normal developmental tasks and related health needs and issues of this population are examined. The mental health component focuses on the scientific principles of nursing and adaptation that takes place with specific alterations in psychological functioning across the life span. Integration of the interpersonal relationships of the individual and their groups, family, communication skills with patients, family, and the health care team are utilized in this course. The concepts and content threads of nursing process, basic needs, adaptation, nutrition and diet therapy, critical thinking, communication, nursing roles, developmental stages, and pharmacology are applied to these client populations. Theory and clinical experiences allow the student to respect each individual¿s needs as well as family needs for health promotion, illness prevention, and rehabilitation as needed, and to practice ethical, legal and professional accountability. 6 hours lecture, 12 hours laboratory.
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2.00 Credits
NUR 113-Introduction to Pharmacology 2 sem. hrs. (Prerequisites: Admission into nursing program) (Co-requisite: NUR 101 or 112) This course utilizes the program concepts and the roles and competencies of the Associate Degree nurse as a basis for the discussion of principles of pharmacology and medication therapy. The classification, therapeutic use, interaction, and contraindications of major drug groups will be examined while utilizing the nursing process as the framework for implementation of safe medication administration. 2 hours lecture.
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0.00 - 10.00 Credits
NUR 211¿Nursing Care II 10 sem. hrs. (Prerequisites: NUR 100 and NUR 101 or NUR 112, NUR 113, BIOL 2010 and BIOL 2020) This course focuses on the scientific principles of nursing and the adaptation that takes place in the adult and pediatric patient with common well-defined health problems. The concepts and content threads of the nursing process, basic needs, adaptation, nutrition and diet therapy, communication, nursing roles, developmental stages, and pharmacology are applied to these patient populations. Theory and clinical experiences allow the student to respect each individual¿s need as well as family needs for health promotion, prevention, and rehabilitation as needed. 6 hours lecture, 12 hours laboratory.
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0.00 - 10.00 Credits
NUR 212¿Nursing Care III 10 sem. hrs. (Prerequisites: NUR 211, BIOL 2230) This course focuses on the scientific principles of nursing and adaptation that takes place in adult and pediatric patients with specific alterations in physiological functioning, emphasizing the roles of the nurse as provider of care, manager of care, and member within the discipline of nursing. The primary focus is on acute and emergent health problems. Interpersonal relationships of individuals within their family, community, and society are emphasized. Theory and clinical experiences allow the student to respect each individual¿s needs for health promotion, illness prevention, and rehabilitation and to assume responsibility for ethical, legal, and professional accountability. 6 hours lecture, 12 hours laboratory.
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1.00 - 2.00 Credits
NUR 213¿Dimensions of Practice 2 sem. hrs. (Prerequisites: ENGL 1010, NUR 211) This course focuses on historical events, current trends, and ethical issues which have an impact on nursing and health care. The effect of past and present issues on the nursing profession is discussed. It also addresses the privileges and responsibilities of the graduate nurse as a practitioner as well as the role of the nurse in activities which promote the advancement, improvement, and the professionalism of nursing. Theory and clinical experience address styles of management, major functions of a manager, patient care management models, and the management skills of decision-making: prioritization, delegation, time management, and resource allocation. 2 hours lecture.
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3.00 Credits
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3.00 Credits
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