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3.00 Credits
2 cl hrs, 2 lab hrs, 3 cr Health assessment skills and techniques for the conduct of a comprehensive health history and physical exam are developed for generalist nursing practice. Students critically analyze interview data and assessment findings that relate to the specific needs of individuals concerning age and culture. The normal parameters of health are used to compare and contrast the findings. Discussions will include health screening across the life span and associated health promotion practices, as recommended by Healthy People 2010. Prerequisites: AAS degree with major in Nursing or approval of BS program coordinator
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5.00 Credits
2.5 cl hrs, 5 lab hrs, 5 cr This course introduces the student to concepts of leadership and management for application in practice settings. Theories relating to nursing, culture, change, motivation, organization and management are explored. Principles of time management, leadership styles, budgeting, staffing patterns, personnel evaluations, delegation and the steps of discipline, and JCAHO accreditation criteria will be discussed and analyzed across diverse practice settings. In clinical, student/nurse manager dyads provide students with a vantage point to observe the nurse manager role, responsibilities and associated demonstrated interventions that produce positive client outcomes, staff satisfaction and professional growth. Pre- or corequisites: NUR 3010/NU 301
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3.00 Credits
3cl hrs, 3 cr Students will develop skills to critically read, analyze and use knowledge gained from reported research findings for evidence-based practice. The steps of the research process are presented which provide the framework for critiquing research studies that used both qualitative and quantitative methods. Students conduct a review of the nursing literature and critique a selection of nursing research articles that focus on clinical nursing research. Students formulate a research problem and apply the elements of the research process in a hypothetical study. The ethical issues involved in nursing research, theoretical frameworks for nursing research and the nurse's role as a member of a research team to forward research dissemination are discussed. Prerequisites: AAS degree with major in Nursing, MAT 1272/MA 272
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5.00 Credits
2.5 cl hr, 5 lab hrs, 5 cr This course builds upon the student's knowledge of nursing and provides the requisites for practice as a community health nurse. The focus is on health promotion, prevention and maintenance, which is the core of community-based care. Selected concepts, such as evidence-based care that contribute to the foundation of community-based nursing will be discussed. The course will examine historical perspectives, the value of community health, the nurse's present day professional expectations and accompanying changes in responsibilities, accountability for practice and ethical and transcultural considerations. The curriculum will focus on specific contemporary community health issues, including homelessness, communicable diseases, mental health and preparedness for bioterrorism. Prerequisites: NUR 3010/NU 301, BIO 3524/BY 524
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3.00 Credits
3 cl hrs, 3 cr This course focuses on innovative, integrated nursing case and care management models within the context of assessment, planning, implementation, collaboration, negotiation and evaluation. The critical competencies and strategies in managing risk and legal liabilities, seeking and obtaining physician support, coordination of services across placement settings and client and caregiver education are discussed. An emphasis will be on teaching-learning principles and strategies effective in the management of care for diverse populations in urban settings. Students will discuss functions and issues in evolving role demands, opportunities and responsibilities of the nurse case manager. Prerequisites: NUR 3110/NU 311, NUR 3130/NU 313, BIO 3524/BY 524; corequisite: PSY 2404/PS 404, NUR 4010/NU 401
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3.00 Credits
3 cl hrs, 3 cr This course explores nurses' involvement in family-centered endof- life care. How a health care team approach can address the myriad needs facing individuals and their families at this time of life are discussed. Principles of hospice and palliative care will be used as a guide for this curriculum. Factors involved in expert nursing care which have the potential to greatly reduce the burden and distress of those facing life's end and the ability to offer support for the physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of patients and their families are presented. Pre- or corequisites: NUR 3110/NU 311, NUR 3130/NU 313, approval of BS program coordinator
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3.00 Credits
This Experimental Course will be offered on a temporary basis during the Spring '08 and Fall '08 semesters3 cl hrs, 3 cr, hybrid course Develop skills to identify, gather, and process information used in the management of client care. Emphasis on technology-based health applications which support clinical, administrative, research and educational decision making. Some focus on ethical, legal and confidentiality issues related to the use of electronic health care records. Prerequisite: MST 1101 or Computer Literacy Certificate Program. Pre- or corequisites: NUR 3110, NUR 3130 or approval of BS program coordinator
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5.00 Credits
2.5 cl hr, 5 lab hrs, 5 cr This course builds upon the students' knowledge of nursing, biological and social sciences, and information technology for assuming nursing roles in health care of culturally diverse clients in urban settings. The curriculum will include global health issues as they relate to such areas as disease transmission, health policy, the adequacy of services provided, and strategies to enhance access to care. The economics and political implications for care in urban settings are discussed. Students will examine political forces and proactive nursing responses that forward health promotion and prevention interventions in urban settings. Pre- or corequisites: NUR 4030/NU 403
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3.00 Credits
3 cl hrs, 3 cr A variety of professional, historical, theoretical, ethical and healthrelated issues relevant to contemporary nursing are discussed. Students will use a variety of professional tools such as in-class forums to debate relevant health care issues, the résumé, a portfolioand template for a project proposal for enhancement of professional development. Prerequisites: NUR 3110/NU 311, NUR 3130/NU 313
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3.00 Credits
2 cl hrs, 3 lab hrs, 3 cr An introduction to the didactic and laboratory concepts involved in the identification, location and fabrication of prescription ophthalmic eyewear. Emphasis is placed on single vision physical and optical lens characteristics, physical frame and design characteristics, including: lens materials, index of refraction, spherical, cylindrical power and axis location. In addition, lens power transposition, lens cross, ophthalmic standards, diopter power formula, focal length, total lens power, relationship of radius of curvature and index of refraction and lens makers equation will be covered. Prerequisite: CUNY certification in reading and mathematics; corequisite: MAT 1180/MA 180, or equivalent * Credit by examination available for this course with department approval required
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