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6.00 Credits
6 semester hours This course builds on the conceptual framework developed in Principles of Nursing I. The course is designed to achieve patient outcomes through selected nursing interventions. (Spring) Clinical: The integration of laboratory and clinical experiences will focus on the ability of the nursing student to systematically synthesize data and perform individualized nursing interventions to achieve patient outcomes. Prerequisites: NUR3100, NUR3270. Concurrent with NUR3400 and NUR3160.
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4.00 Credits
4 semester hours This course encompasses the study of drugs and their interactions with living systems. The focus of the course is based on the premise that scientific information is needed to understand the use of drugs as therapeutic agents. Pharmacological concepts are the study of the physical and chemical properties of drugs as well as their biochemical and physiologic effects on the client. In addition, this course includes knowledge of the history, sources, application and understanding of drugs as essential for nursing practice. (Spring) Prerequisites: BIO3050, CHM1200. Open to non-majors. Concurrent with NUR3110 and NUR3400.
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4.00 Credits
4 semester hours This course provides the framework for the systematic collection, organization, interpretation, integration, and communication of data reflecting the health status of individuals across the life cycle. This includes assessment of mental status, basic psychosocial status, functional health patterns, and physical assessment skills. National health objectives for the nation provide the organizing framework for promotion of health and reduction of risks that impact individuals, families, aggregates, and communities. Students identify, explore, plan, and implement wellness teaching through service learning projects that educate populations and promote healthy behaviors. Integration of clinical laboratory provides a setting for practicing and developing critical thinking skills. (Fall) Prerequisites: Concurrent with NUR3100 and NUR3000.
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5.00 Credits
5 semester hours This course explores the continuum of mental health and illness across the lifespan. The connection between physical illnesses and behavioral health is discussed. An emphasis is placed on wellness achieved through enhanced stress management and coping skills. In addition, concepts of psychobiology and neuronendocrinology are examined as they relate to disorders ofmood, thought, emotional modulation and addiction. (Spring) Clinical: Clinical opportunities for interpersonal skill development with individuals, families, groups and communities are an integral part of the course. Prerequisites: NUR3100 and NUR3260. Concurrent with NUR3110 and NUR3160.
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3.00 Credits
3 semester hours The significance of research in nursing is considered with emphasis on the scientific approach and its application in evidenced based nursing practice. The major components of the research process are addressed with a focus on the professional nurse as a consumer of research. Critical thinking skills are emphasized in the analysis of current nursing research. (Fall) Prerequisites: All NUR3000 level courses and MTH2320. Concurrent with NUR4200 and NUR4300.
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4.00 Credits
4 semester hours The significance of research in nursing is considered with emphasis on the scientific approach and its application in evidenced based nursing practice. The major components of the research process are addressed with a focus on the professional nurse as a consumer of research. Critical thinking skills are emphasized in the analysis of current nursing research. (Fall) Prerequisites: All NUR3000-level courses, MTH2320.
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5.00 Credits
5 semester hours This course incorporates concepts from nursing and applies them to public health functions in the community. The focus shifts from individual health to community health. The dynamic influence of social justice, political agendas, and culture on the collective values of prevention of illness or disease, health protection and promotion, and quality and accessibility of health service are emphasized. Current and culture challenges to global health are explored. (Fall) Clinical: The clinical component for this course will apply nursing concepts and public health practices to selected populations to facilitate the promotion, maintenance and restoration of optimal health across the life cycle. Prerequisites: All NUR3000-level courses. Concurrent with NUR4050 and NUR4300. NUR4300 Medical Surgical Nursing I: Collaborative Practice in Health and Illness 7 semester hours Thismedical surgical course builds on the conceptual foundation learned in principles of nursing practice, physical assessment, pharmacology, and behavioral health nursing across the lifespan. Emphasis is placed on the acute care setting, and application of the nursing process in prevention, promotion, maintenance and restoration of health and illness through collaborative practice. Integral to the course are expanding concepts of health and illness including: health teaching, home care management and health care resources challenges transitioning from acute care to the home or rehabilitation settings. (Fall) Clinical: The clinical practicum focus is on intermediate clinical decision-making skills within a collaborative practice setting using critical thinking skills to integrate multidimensional aspects of therapeutic responsiveness in meeting the health and illness needs of clients. Prerequisites: All NUR3000-level courses. Concurrent with NUR4050 and NUR4200.
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6.00 Credits
6 semester hours This course focuses on concepts from nursing, public health, the liberal arts and sciences as a basis for nursing interventions. Emphasis is placed on promotion, maintenance, and restoration of optimal psychosocial adaptation for individuals, families, and groups in community settings. Prerequisites: All NUR3000-level courses.
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7.00 Credits
7 semester hours This course focuses on the emerging family in situational, maturational or physiological crisis. The student applies critical thinking skills in meeting the health promotion, health maintenance and health restoration needs of families. Nursing interventions to support family development and dynamics fromchildbearing to child-rearing are considered and placed within a social, cultural and ethical context. (Spring) Clinical: The clinical practicum focus is on the ability of the student to utilize nursing interventions and clinical decision making in the care and support of the family. Prerequisites: All NUR 3000-level courses. Concurrent with NUR4600 and NUR4800.
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4.00 Credits
4 semester hours This course is the capstone course for the pre-R.N. student. The course facilitates the transition from the role of student to professional nurse. The course examines the roles, traits, and contribution of the nurse in leadership and managerial positions. Conceptual aspects of power, problem solving/decision making, effective communication, conflict resolution, delegation and teambuilding are applied to a variety of situational contexts. The course is designed to facilitate student self- assessment of their leadership and management abilities as they develop the necessary skills. (Spring) Prerequisites: All NUR3000-level. Concurrent with NUR4500 and NUR4800.
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