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Course Descriptions

 

Nursing
  

  • NURS 3001 - Health Promo in Indiv & Fam


    This course explores the theoretical basis for and basic principles of providing community-based healthcare to individuals and families across the lifespan. Emphasis is placed on wellness, health promotion and maintenance, and disease prevention in individuals and families. Prerequisite(s): Core A-F requrements, NURS 3000 or NURS 3010.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Prerequisites: PREREQUISITES: NURS3000, NURS3010

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2


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  • NURS 3002 - Nursing Research


    This course introduces the role of research as a foundation for nursing practice. The critique of published nursing research will enhance the understanding of the research process and its application to evidenced-based nursing. Students will apply the principles learned through select written activities. Prerequisite(s): Core A-F requrements.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0


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  • NURS 3003 - Ev Based Nurs Prac Across Ls I


    This course will focus on the application of critical thinking skills to develop evidence based care in the patient across the lifespan. Emphasis is on the special needs of patients experiencing common physiological problems resulting in alterations in functional health patterns and the needs of childbearing families. Communication skills are expanded to emphasize family interactions and teaching-learning activities. Prerequisite(s): Nursing program core requirements and NURS 3000.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Prerequisites: PREREQUISITES: NURS3000

    Credit Hours: 9
    Lecture Hours: 5 Lab Hours: 12


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  • NURS 3004 - Nutrition & Health Care


    Explores nutritional concepts in selected disorders. There will be an emphasis on obesity, diabetes, heart disease, renal disease, malabsorption and increased metabolic states. Prerequisite(s): Core A-F Requirements.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 2
    Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 0


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  • NURS 3005 - Clinical Pharmacology


    This course introduces the basic principles of clinical pharmacology as they relate to genetics, selected disorders, healthcare economics, drug development and alternative therapies. The focus of this course is on nursing-based pharmacologic interventions in response to compromises in health. Prerequisite(s): Core A-F requrements.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0


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  • NURS 3010 - LPN to BSN Transition Course


    This course builds on prior knowledge and competencies of qualified LPNs and facilitates advanced placement into the bachelor’s of science in nursing program. The course provides an introduction to the roles of the professional nurse. Emphasis is on critical thinking skills, communication, health assessment, test taking strategies, and application of the nursing process across the life span to patients experiencing common physiological alterations in functional health patterns and special needs of childbearing families at risk. Prerequisite(s): Core A-F requrements.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 5
    Lecture Hours: 4 Lab Hours: 3


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  • NURS 3100 - Principles of Professional Nursing Practice


    This is an introductory course in health assessment and beginning principles of nursing care. Didactic classes and lab experiences provide a foundation on which students can build their professional nursing knowledge and practice. Strategies for health assessment, promotion, and basic provision of nursing care will be emphasized.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 6
    Lecture Hours: 4 Lab Hours: 6 Other Hours: 50

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing


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  • NURS 3101 - Foundations I: Concepts of Professional Nursing Practice


    The purpose of this course is to explore the beginning development of professional nursing practice. Nurses’ professional roles, professional values, and standards will be presented. The historical development of the nursing profession will be analyzed. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking, problem-solving, decision-making models, and the contribution of theory to nursing practice. Professional communication skills and group dynamics will be examined.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 2
    Lecture Hours: 2 Other Hours: 51

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing


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  • NURS 3102 - Pathophysiology and Pharmacology I


    This course introduces the pathophysiological basis of illness and the basic principles of clinical pharmacology. The focus of this course is on compromises in the body’s ability to meet its physiological needs integrated with nursing-based pharmacologic interventions in response to these compromises.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing


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  • NURS 3103 - Lifespan I: Nursing Care of the Beginning Family


    Examination of the health and wellness activities of individuals and their families from birth to age 20. Emphasizes theories regarding beginning families and child-rearing, well-child assessment, and common health problems in children and adolescents. Explores compromises to physical, social and mental health common during these ages and the impact of these compromises on the individual and family are explored. Professional nursing activities that promote and restore optimal health/wellness are the focal points for didactic and clinical experiences. Through the use of various problem-solving methods, students can apply didactic information in actual patient situations and will be guided in bridging nursing theory and practice and in making decisions regarding nursing care. Clinical activities occur in a myriad of nursing practice settings which are both hospital and community-based.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Prerequisites: Prerequisites: NURS3100 >= C and NURS3101 >= C and NURS3102 >= C

    Credit Hours: 5
    Lecture Hours: 3 Other Hours: 57

    Co-Requisites: NURS3104

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing


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  • NURS 3104 - Lifespan II: Nursing Care of the Young Family


    Examines the health and wellness activities of individuals and their families from age 20 to 45. Lifespan relevant issues such as childbearing, parenting roles, family theory, individual development and common health problems in young adulthood. Explores compromises to physical, social and mental health common during these ages and the impact of these compromises on the individual and family. Professional nursing activities that promote and restore optimal health/wellness are the focal points for didactic and clinical experiences. Through the use of various problem-solving methods, students can apply didactic information in actual patient situations and will be guided in bridging nursing theory and practice and in making decisions regarding nursing care. Clinical activities occur in a myriad of nursing practice settings which are both hospital- and community-based.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Prerequisites: Prerequisites: NURS3100 >= C and NURS3101 >= C and NURS3102 >= C

    Credit Hours: 5
    Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 1 Other Hours: 57

    Co-Requisites: NURS3103

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing


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  • NURS 3105 - Fundamental Skills of Nursing Practice


    This course introduces therapeutic skills and techniques of nursing care. Emphasis is on understanding the scientific principles that underlie the application of skills in nursing practice. Didactic classes combined with laboratory and simulation experiences provide a foundation for building professional nursing knowledge and practice.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 6

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing Major Restrictions: Nursing


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  • NURS 3106 - Health Promotion


    This course focuses on health promotion and prevention of disease across the lifespan. Determinants of health and current evidence of best practice at all levels of prevention are explored. Nursing roles and strategies to guide individuals and families on ways to positively influence their own health are emphasized.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 2
    Lecture Hours: 2

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing Major Restrictions: Nursing


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  • NURS 3107 - Health Assessment


    This course introduces the knowledge and skills required to perform a systematic health assessment of individuals incorporating cultural and developmental considerations. The process of data collection, critical evaluation and documentation of assessment findings is addressed. Guided laboratory experiences develop skills necessary to perform systematic physical examinations.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing Major Restrictions: Nursing


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  • NURS 3108 - Principles of Pathophysiology


    The course focuses on the exploration, integration and application of pathophysiological concepts necessary to provide rationales and guidance for nursing practice. Concepts are correlated to clinical presentations of specific disease processes across the lifespan.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing Major Restrictions: Nursing Degree Restrictions: Bachelor of Science in Nursing


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  • NURS 3109 - Principles of Pharmacology


    The course focuses on basic principles of pharmacology and drug therapy necessary for safe nursing practice. The nursing process, health assessment, physiology and pathophysiology are integrated with pharmacology to provide the foundation for clinical practice. Drug families and prototypes are used to introduce pharmacological concepts.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing Major Restrictions: Nursing Degree Restrictions: Bachelor of Science in Nursing


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  • NURS 3110 - Essentials of Nursing Practice


    This course integrates the nursing process with health assessment, pathophysiology, pharmacology, and laboratory findings to provide patient and family centered care. The focus is the nurse’s role as a collaborative member of the healthcare team. Exemplars of common health alterations are explored.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 6
    Lecture Hours: 2 Other Hours: 12

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing Major Restrictions: Nursing Degree Restrictions: Bachelor of Science in Nursing


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  • NURS 3112 - Essentials of Nursing Practice


    This course integrates the nursing process and health assessment, pathophysiology, pharmacology, and laboratory findings to provide patient and family centered care. The focus is on the nurse’s role as a collaborative member of the health care team. Exemplars of common health alterations are explored.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Prerequisites: Prerequisites: NURS3105 and NURS3208

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3

    Co-Requisites: NURS3106, NURS3107, NURS3108, NURS3115

    Program Restrictions: BSN_NURS-Nursing


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  • NURS 3115 - Clinical Essentials of Nursing Practice


    This course integrates the nursing process with health assessment, pathophysiology, and pharmacological and laboratory principles to provide patient- and family-centered care. The focus is providing actual and simulated clinical experiences with diverse adult populations.

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit

    Prerequisites: Prerequisites: NURS3105 and NURS3208

    Credit Hours: 4
    Other Hours: 12

    Co-Requisites: NURS3106, NURS3107, NURS3108, NURS3112

    Program Restrictions: BSN_NURS-Nursing


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  • NURS 3201 - Foundations II: Healthcare Environments


    This course examines the rapidly evolving field of healthcare and the central role of nurses as healthcare providers. Community based nursing practice which encompasses all healthcare environments is introduced. Focus is given to topics such as healthcare along a continuum, healthcare structures, and the influence of information driven and outcomes based healthcare systems. Nursing practice derived from national, regional, and local health priorities serve as central points for discussion. Trends which influence health and the choices people make regarding healthcare are explored. Students participate in learning opportunities involving analysis of practice-related issues and forecasting of trends in U.S. healthcare.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Prerequisites: Prerequisites: NUR3100 >= C and NUR3101 >= C

    Credit Hours: 2
    Lecture Hours: 2

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing


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  • NURS 3202 - Pathophysiology and Pharmacology II


    This course continues to introduce the pathophysiological basis of illness and the basic principles of clinical pharmacology. The focus of this course is on compromises in the body’s ability to meet its physiological needs integrated with nursing-based pharmacologic interventions in response to these compromises.

    Grade Mode: Normal

    Prerequisites: Prerequisites: NURS3102 >= C

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing


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  • NURS 3203 - Lifespan III: Nursing Care of the Middle Family


    Examines the health promotion and wellness activities of those age 45-65. Explores compromises to physical, social and mental health common during this age period and the impact on the individual and family. Professional nursing activities that promote and restore optimal health/wellness are focal points for didactic and clinical experiences. Clinical activities occur in a myriad of nursing practice settings, which are both hospital- and community-based.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Prerequisites: Prerequisites: NURS3100 >= C and NURS3101 >= C and NURS3102 >= C

    Credit Hours: 5
    Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 1 Other Hours: 6

    Co-Requisites: NURS3204

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing


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  • NURS 3204 - Lifespan IV: Nursing Care of the Mature Family


    Examines the health promotion and wellness activities of individuals and their families age 65 and older. Explores compromises to physical, social and mental health common during this age period and the impact on the individual and family. Focuses on lifespan-relevant issues such as loss, grief, caregiver roles and community resources. Professional nursing activities that promote and restore optimal health/wellness are focal points for didactic and clinical experiences. Clinical activities occur in a myriad of nursing practice settings, including hospital, extended care, home and community settings.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Prerequisites: Prerequisites: NURS3100 >= C and NURS3101 >= C and NURS3102 >= C

    Credit Hours: 5
    Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 1 Other Hours: 6

    Co-Requisites: NURS3203

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing


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  • NURS 3205 - Nursing Care of Adults


    This course focuses on the nursing care of adults with acute and chronic health conditions. The emphasis is the provision of nursing care to promote, maintain, and restore health for adults and their families.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 4

    Co-Requisites: NURS3210

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing Major Restrictions: Nursing Degree Restrictions: Bachelor of Science in Nursing


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  • NURS 3206 - Foundations of Professional Nursing


    This course introduces professional roles, models, values, and practice standards for the profession of nursing. History, theories and trends in nursing practice are discussed. An overview of the healthcare system is included. Ways in which nurses use evidence to guide practice, engage in critical thinking, and promote the science of nursing are introduced.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing Major Restrictions: Nursing Degree Restrictions: Bachelor of Science in Nursing


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  • NURS 3208 - Foundations of Professional Nursing


    This course introduces professional roles, models, values, and practice standards for the profession of nursing. History, theories, and trends in nursing practice are discussed. An overview of the healthcare system is included. Way in which nurses use evidence to guide practice, engage in critical thinking, and promote the sciences of nursing are introduced.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 2
    Lecture Hours: 2

    Co-Requisites: NURS3105

    Program Restrictions: BSN_NURS-Nursing


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  • NURS 3210 - Clinical Nursing Care of Adults


    This clinical course focuses on the nursing care of adults with acute and chronic health conditions. The emphasis is the provision of nursing care to promote, maintain, and restore health for adults and their families. Clinical experiences with diverse populations in actual and simulated hospital and community settings provide the opportunity for application of the nursing process.

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit

    Credit Hours: 4
    Other Hours: 12

    Co-Requisites: NURS3205

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing Major Restrictions: Nursing Degree Restrictions: Bachelor of Science in Nursing


    Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
  

  • NURS 3215 - Gerontological Nursing


    This course focuses on promoting optimal health and examining common health alterations in older adults within the context of their families and environments. The promotion and restoration of optimal health/wellness are the focal points for didactic and clinical experiences.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2 Other Hours: 3

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing Major Restrictions: Nursing Degree Restrictions: Bachelor of Science in Nursing


    Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
  
  

  • NURS 3800 - Essentials of Pathophysiology


    This course focuses on the pathophysiological concepts necessary for nursing practice. Specific disease concepts across the lifespan are explored, integrated, and applied.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3

    Co-Requisites: NURS3801, NURS3802, NURS3803

    Program Restrictions: BSN_NURS-Nursing


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  • NURS 3801 - Health Assessment Across the Lifespan


    This course provides the knowledge and skills to perform systematic health assessments of individuals across the lifespan. The physical, mental, psychosocial, functional, developmental, and environmental aspects of health are included. Guided laboratory exercises develop skills necessary to perform the comprehensive health assessments. Effective communication and documentation are emphasized and practiced in the laboratory setting.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2

    Co-Requisites: NURS3800, NURS3802, NURS3803

    Program Restrictions: BSN_NURS-Nursing


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  • NURS 3802 - Introduction to Nursing Practice


    This course provides an introduction to the nursing process and professional nursing practice through exploration of the human experiences of health, wellness, illness, and death. Examination of professional roles, models, values, and practice standards offer insight into the complexity of providing comprehensive care to clients across the lifespan. Common health alterations are examined through the integration of evidence-based research, pathophysiologic concepts, health assessment, clinical skills, and laboratory and diagnostic findings.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 7
    Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 2 Other Hours: 9

    Co-Requisites: NURS3800, NURS3801, NURS3803

    Program Restrictions: BSN_NURS-Nursing


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  • NURS 3803 - Health Promotion and Nutrition


    Nursing’s role in guiding individuals and families in ways to positively influence their health is emphasized through the exploration of the theoretical basis for and basic principles of health promotion and wellness, health maintenance, and disease prevention across the lifespan. The role that nutrition plays in the prevention and control of selected health alterations will be discussed.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 2
    Lecture Hours: 2

    Co-Requisites: NURS3800, NURS3801, NURS3802

    Program Restrictions: BSN_NURS-Nursing


    Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
  

  • NURS 3804 - Essentials of Pharmacology


    The course focuses on pharmacologic concepts necessary for safe nursing practice. Using drug families and prototypes, special emphasis is placed on the clinical application of pharmacologic therapy within the context of the nursing process.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Prerequisites: Prerequisites: NURS3800 and NURS3801 and NURS3802 and NURS3803

    Credit Hours: 3
    Co-Requisites: NURS3805, NURS3806, NURS3807

    Program Restrictions: BSN_NURS-Nursing


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  • NURS 3805 - Adult Health Nursing I


    This course builds on previously-introduced concepts and focuses on the nursing care of adults with chronic health alterations. Emphasis is on the use of critical thinking skills to develop evidence-based care that promotes, maintains, and restores health for adults and their families. Diverse clinical and simulated experience reinforce these concepts.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Prerequisites: Prerequisites: NURS3800 and NURS3801 and NURS3802 and NURS3803

    Credit Hours: 6
    Co-Requisites: NURS3804, NURS3806, NURS3807

    Program Restrictions: BSN_NURS-Nursing


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  • NURS 3806 - Geriatric Nursing


    This course highlights the effects of aging, the promotion of optimal health and wellness, pharmacotherapy for older adults, and the examination of common health alterations and chronic illness in the older adult. Diverse clinical and simulated experiences and projects reinforce these concepts while fostering critical thinking.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Prerequisites: Prerequisites: NURS3800 and NURS3801 and NURS3802 and NURS3803

    Credit Hours: 3
    Co-Requisites: NURS3804, NURS3805, NURS3807

    Program Restrictions: BSN_NURS-Nursing


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  • NURS 3807 - Introduction to Nursing Research


    This course introduces the role of research as a foundation for nursing practice. Basic elements of the research proces, and evidence-based practice, and the identification of potential nursing research are emphasized.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Prerequisites: Prerequisites: NURS3800 and NURS3801 and NURS3802 and NURS3803

    Credit Hours: 3
    Co-Requisites: NURS3804, NURS3805, NURS3806

    Program Restrictions: BSN_NURS-Nursing


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  • NURS 4001 - Evidence-Based Nursing Practice Across Lifespan II


    Critical thinking skills are applied to developing evidence based care for the patient across the lifespan experiencing complex physiological and mental/emotional alterations in health. Emphasis is on competency in the role as provider of care and acquisition of skills of collaboration, consultation, delegation, accountability, patient advocacy and respect in the role of manager of care. Prerequisite(s): NURS 3001 and NURS 3003.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Prerequisites: Prerequisites: NURS3003 >= C and NURS3000 >= C

    Credit Hours: 9
    Lecture Hours: 5 Lab Hours: 12


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  • NURS 4002 - Health Promotions in the Community


    This course provides an in-depth examination of the theories and principles of community and public health nursing. Emphasis is placed on community health assessment, identification of vulnerable populations and the exploration of global health issues. Students apply the concepts learned in the classroom in a variety of community settings. Prerequisite(s): Core A-F requrements and NURS 3001.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Prerequisites: Prerequisites: NURS3001 >= C

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4


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  • NURS 4003 - Nursing and Spirituality


    A cross-cultural study of spirituality and religiosity provides a foundation for assisting the student in promoting the health and wellness of self and patients. Prerequisite(s): Core A-F Requirements.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 2
    Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 0


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  • NURS 4004 - Evidence-Based Nursing Practice Across Lifespan III


    Critical thinking skills are applied to providing care to the patient across the lifespan experiencing complex alterations in health status. Emphasis is placed on developing competency in the roles of provider of care and manager of care during the first half of the semester. The second half is focused on the role as members within the discipline of nursing. Students have increasing responsibility for the care of patients’ needs within a variety of health care and community settings. Prerequisite(s): NURS 3004 and NURS 4001.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Prerequisites: Prerequisites: NURS4001 >= C

    Credit Hours: 8
    Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 15


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  • NURS 4005 - Nursing Issues and Trends


    Seminar to critically analyze national and global socio-political, economical, cultural, ethical-legal, and professional issues affecting nursing practice and health care. Prerequisite(s): Core A-F Requirements and NURS 4004.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Prerequisites: Prerequisites: NURS4001 >= C

    Credit Hours: 2
    Lecture Hours: 2


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  • NURS 4006 - Nurse Leader/Designer/Manager Concepts


    Expands the student’s knowledge of nurse leader/designer/manager concepts and provides opportunity to observe and practice these concepts in the clinical setting. Concepts discussed include, but are not limited to, human resource management, self care, group and organizational dynamics, communications and fiscal management. Co-Requisite(s): NURS 4004 and NURS 4005.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Prerequisites: Prerequisites: NURS3001 >= C

    Credit Hours: 5
    Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 6


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  • NURS 4007 - Nursing & Technology


    This course focuses on the impact of emerging technologies on professional nursing practice, nurse-patient relationships, patient care outcomes, and work place dynamics. Prerequisite(s): Core A-F Requirements.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 2
    Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 0


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  • NURS 4008 - Public Policy & Health Care


    This course explores issues surrounding the development of public health policy and the influence of policy on nursing, health care delivery, and other health professions. Classroom and field experience. Prerequisite(s): NURS 3004.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Prerequisites: PREREQUISITES: NURS3004

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3


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  • NURS 4010 - Cultural Diversity & Nursing


    This course provides a foundation for providing culturally competent nursing care. Theoretical models and cultural assessment tools are explored in depth to provide a framework for students seeking to expand their knowledge of and apreciation for the culturally diverse values, beliefs and practices that impact the delivery of healthcare to individuals, families and groups. Students apply concepts learned through the completion of a cultural assessment of select groups. Prerequisite(s): NURS 3004.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Prerequisites: PREREQUISITES: NURS3004

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0


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  • NURS 4011 - Ethics in Health Care


    This course will focus on ethical and moral principles utilized in the health care setting. Case studies will be utilized to illustrate the principles and dilemmas faced such as informed consent, refusal of treatment, and quality of life in the healthcare setting. Prerequisite(s): Core Requirements.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3


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  • NURS 4012 - Future Trends in Geriatric Nur


    This course focuses on the health care needs of the geriatric patient, the fastest growing population in the medical arena. Topics and clinical experiences will include the effects of aging on the human body, health maintenance needs, pharmacotherapy for the elderly, special needs for the cognitively impaired, and long-term care issues. Prerequisite(s): Core Requirements and NURS 3000.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Prerequisites: PREREQUISITES: NURS3000

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2


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  • NURS 4301 - Foundations III: Impact of Research and Legal/Ethical Issues on Professional Nursing Practice


    The purpose of this course is to provide the students with opportunities to explore legal/ethical issues in nursing and the importance of research to nursing practice. Emphasis is placed on preparation for dealing with the legal and ethical problems they will be faced with in day to day nursing situations. The research process will be examined as it applies to nursing practice. The course is designed so that the student can develop critical thinking skills while analyzing case studies involving legal/ethical dilemmas and critiquing published nursing research.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3 Other Hours: 65

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing


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  • NURS 4302 - Professional Nursing Management of Individuals and Families Experiencing Complex Health Problems


    This course focuses on health promotion, restoration and rehabilitation through application of principles of nursing practice with individuals and families experiencing complex health problems. Emphasis is on continuity of care, collaboration with the healthcare team and mobilization of resources for individuals and families with complex physical, mental and social health problems. Clinical experiences occur in a variety of settings.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 9
    Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 1 Other Hours: 83


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  • NURS 4305 - Nursing Care of Women, Children, and Families


    This course examines nursing care of childbearing and childrearing families within the context of families and their environments from culturally diverse backgrounds. Special emphasis is given to factors influencing conception, pregnancy, birth and childhood. The emphasis is the provision of nursing care to promote, maintain, and restore health for women, children and their families.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 4

    Co-Requisites: NURS4310

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing Major Restrictions: Nursing Degree Restrictions: Bachelor of Science in Nursing


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  • NURS 4306 - Research and Evidence Based Practice


    This course introduces the processes of research in order to understand and apply research findings from nursing and other disciplines to clinical practice. Basic elements of evidence based practice and identification of potential research problems are emphasized.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 2
    Lecture Hours: 2

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing Major Restrictions: Nursing Degree Restrictions: Bachelor of Science in Nursing


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  • NURS 4310 - Clinical Nursing Care of Women, Children and Families


    This clinical course focuses on the nursing care of women, children, and families. Clinical experiences with diverse populations in actual and simulated hospital and community settings provide the opportunity for application of the nursing process.

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit

    Credit Hours: 4
    Other Hours: 12

    Co-Requisites: NURS4305

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing Major Restrictions: Nursing Degree Restrictions: Bachelor of Science in Nursing


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  • NURS 4315 - Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing


    This course focuses on the constructs of mental health and mental disorders. Factors that contribute to the development, expression, and course of mental disorders are explored. Promoting health and maintaining optimal functioning is the focus of didactic and clinical experiences.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2 Other Hours: 3

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing Major Restrictions: Nursing Degree Restrictions: Bachelor of Science in Nursing


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  • NURS 4401 - Foundations IV: Healthcare Leadership, Management and Partnerships in Community-Based Care


    This course will focus on the development of knowledge and skills needed to promote healthcare of population groups. The course examines the impact of changes of healthcare on aggregate groups. Theories, concepts and models are presented and students have an opportunity to develop competencies of leadership and management needed for collaboration with community members, healthcare providers as well as agencies and resources in the community. The overall purpose of this course is to develop and apply creative and effective roles for managing and leading in the delivery of nursing care.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2 Other Hours: 3

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing


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  • NURS 4402 - Professional Nursing Practice


    This course focuses on the principles of professional nursing practice and provides the student the opportunities to synthesize and integrate previous learning experiences. The purpose of this course is to provide comprehensive clinical experiences for the student to assist in the transition from student to professional nurse.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 9
    Lecture Hours: 3 Other Hours: 18

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing


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  • NURS 4405 - Synthesis of Nursing Practice


    This course synthesizes the skills and knowledge necessary to function as a beginning professional nurse. Ethical and legal issues and the ensuing dilemmas relevant to nursing practice are analyzed.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3

    Co-Requisites: NURS4410

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing Major Restrictions: Nursing Degree Restrictions: Bachelor of Science in Nursing


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  • NURS 4406 - Leadership and Management


    This course focuses on leadership, management and the role of the professional nurse. Skills for being an effective leader, manager and building a successful career are discussed.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing Major Restrictions: Nursing Degree Restrictions: Bachelor of Science in Nursing


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  • NURS 4410 - Clinical Synthesis of Nursing Practice


    This clinical course focuses on the synthesis of skills and knowledge necessary to function as a beginning professional nurse. Emphasis is on the continuity of care through collaboration with the healthcare team and mobilization of resources for individuals and families with complex health problems. Actual and simulated clinical experiences with diverse populations provide the opportunity for application of the nursing process.

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit

    Credit Hours: 5
    Other Hours: 15

    Co-Requisites: NURS4405

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing Major Restrictions: Nursing Degree Restrictions: Bachelor of Science in Nursing


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  • NURS 4415 - Population and Community Health


    This course combines knowledge and skills from public health science and professional nursing practice to promote the health of populations. Emphasis is placed on partnership development and empowerment of populations for the improvement of a community’s health.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3 Other Hours: 3

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing Major Restrictions: Nursing Degree Restrictions: Bachelor of Science in Nursing


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  • NURS 4500 - Independent Study


    This course enables the student to pursue a specified area of study which supports the student’s program of study. Teaching strategies include didactic modalities; no clinical

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 1 to 3
    Other Hours: 1 to 3

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing Level Restrictions: Undergraduate Semester


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  • NURS 4501 - Independent Study


    Independent study to complete senior course requirements.

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit

    Prerequisites: Prerequisites: NURS3105 and NURS3106 and NURS3107 and NURS3108 and NURS3109 and NURS3110 and NURS3205 and NURS3210 and NURS3215 and NURS4305

    Credit Hours: 1 to 3
    Other Hours: 1 to 3

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing Level Restrictions: Undergraduate Semester


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  • NURS 4502 - Teaching Assistantship


    This course enables students to participate in a classroom and learning resources center teaching apprenticeship. Students will function as part of the teaching team for NURS 3105.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Prerequisites: Prerequisites: NURS3105 and NURS3106 and NURS3107 and NURS3108 and NURS3109 and NURS3110 and NURS3205 or NURS3210 or NURS3215 or NURS4305

    Credit Hours: 1 to 6
    Lecture Hours: 1 to 6

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing


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  • NURS 4503 - Independent Study


    This course enables the student to pursue a specified area of study which supports the student’s program of study. Teaching strategies include didactic modalities; no clinical.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 1 to 3
    Other Hours: 1 to 3

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing Level Restrictions: Undergraduate Semester


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  • NURS 4602 - Substance Abuse Nursing


    This elective provides a broad overview of substance abuse and dependency as a major health problem with a central focus on nursing issues. The nursing care roles and responsibilities of these clients in the hospital and community receive primary emphasis. Attention is given to the consequences of abuse and dependency on family members and special populations. Commonly abused substances and their effects are reviewed. Students examine their personal attitudes toward substance abusers and substance-abuse disorders as health problems. Contemporary treatment philosophies to assist clients to achieve and maintain recovery are discussed. Students will attend community based support groups for the client and family. Use of the Internet may be required.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing


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  • NURS 4603 - Nutrition in Clinical Nursing


    Focuses on the nutritional needs of the client as related to alterations in health and/or environment. The influences of sociocultural and biophysical factors that impact nutrition are analyzed. Client’s nutrition are critiqued to assess client needs and make referrals when appropriate.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing


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  • NURS 4604 - Application of Diag Interpreta


    This elective builds upon the basic laboratory and diagnostic information received in junior courses while, introducing deeper analysis and interpretation of these tests. Content will focus on the integration of pathophysiology, pharmacology and physical assessment as applied to laboratory and diagnostic test interpretation. Selected therapeutic modalities will also be discussed. The role of nurse in preparing clients for and/or receiving them after testing will be explored, with client teaching needs integrated throughout.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    College Restrictions: Nursing


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  • NURS 4605 - Issues in Women’s Healthcare


    This survey course offers an introduction to students on contemporary issues in women’s health. Theoretical information will be presented and discussed in by-weekly seminars; students will examine society’s impact on women’s health and information about women’s common health concerns. A major emphasis will be on an advocacy approach towards women and their health. Research issues as they relate to women’s health will be discussed.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    College Restrictions: College of Nursing


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  • NURS 4606 - Perioperative Nursing


    The purpose of this course is to introduce the student to the roles of the professional nurse in the perioperative setting. Students will have the opportunity to implement the nursing process within the preoperatives, intraoperative, postoperative and postrecovery phases of the patient’s surgical experience.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2 Other Hours: 3

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing


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  • NURS 4607 - Nursing Care of the Client with Dysrhythmias


    EKG Interpretation and Nursing Interventions is a course designed to provide nursing students with a comprehensive understanding of normal and abnormal cardiac electrophysiology. The learner is expected to utilize knowledge obtained from the previous pathophysiology course when discussing pathology related to arrhythmias. A major emphasis will be on nursing interventions specific to the care of clients experiencing arrhythmias. Learning activities are intended to stimulate critical thinking skills and offer an appreciation towards caring for clients with dysrhythmias.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing


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  • NURS 4608 - Concepts of Rural Nursing


    The course focuses on the organization and functioning of nursing within health delivery systems in rural areas. Emphases are placed on social, economic, and cultural variables that impact on rural health, and on the responses of rural communities, health agencies and hospitals to these unique healthcare needs. Students conduct a rural community assessment and develop case studies and plans of care for patients with long-term healthcare problems who reside in specific rural areas. A comprehensive field trip is included with presentations from a wide variety of rural healthcare providers.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing


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  • NURS 4609 - Nursing Management of the Patient with HIV Disease


    This course focuses on the nursing management of the patient with HIV disease. Its intent is to enable the beginning nursing student to identify early prodromal signs of HIV disease and to have a basic understanding of the management and treatment of opportunistic infections identify psychosocial problems and interventions associated with HIV disease, modes of transmission and safer sex behaviors. Additionally, the student will learn about historical issues of HIV disease and emerging pharmacologic treatment strategies.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing


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  • NURS 4610 - School Health Nursing


    This course will give students an opportunity to focus on the health needs of the school health population including students, parents and faculty. An aggregate approach to health promotion and disease prevention will be addressed with emphasis on primary and secondary prevention measures. Students will use health assessment and health education principles in meeting the selected needs of individuals, families and groups.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Prerequisites: Prerequisites: NURS3100 >= C

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing


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  • NURS 4611 - Entrepreneurship in Nursing


    The purpose of this course is to provide the students the opportunity to explore an entrepreneurship career in nursing. Special emphasis will be placed on the learner’s understanding of the steps for developing, implementing, and maintaining a business, including: self-discovery and assessment; entrepreneurship and business concepts; and information on political, business, and professional trends that have an impact on entrepreneurs.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing


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  • NURS 4612 - Nursing in Human Loss and Grieving


    The purpose of this course is to prepare the student to care for persons who are dying and/or grieving and/or experiencing other forms of loss. Emphasis is placed on personal growth of the students and on interventions with the patient and family. Theories an skills in working with dying persons and their families are explored. In addition, legal and ethical considerations are explored. Exercises in personal experience of loss, grief and death are conducted.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing


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  • NURS 4613 - Assessment of Parent-Child Interaction


    The healthcare professional is introduced to quantitative and qualitative methods used to assess the vulnerability of infants, children and their families. Clinical application of assessment processes are included.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 3

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing


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  • NURS 4614 - Principles of Oncology Nursing


    This is an introductory course in the principals of oncology nursing. It includes pathophysiology, treatment modalities, screening modalities, side effects management, care of persons with solid tumor cancers and utilization of the nursing process in caring for adults with cancer.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing


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  • NURS 4615 - Complementary Healing Modalities


    This course enables the student to explore a wide variety of complementary healthcare measures such as herbal/therapy, acupressure and reflexology available to, and utilized by people. Students study ways to understand and work with complementary healers and practitioners. The legal and ethical problems are also investigated. Complementary modalities including home remedies are analyzed to determine their efficacy. The primary purpose of this course is to familiarize the student with complementary healthcare modalities and the providers that practice various modes of therapy. Note: A classroom appearance of a healthcare provider does not constitute endorsement of the modality or sincerity of the practitioner. It is simply an attempt to explore the modality and provide the student with an opportunity for scholarly investigation.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing


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  • NURS 4616 - Externship: Care of the Ill Child and the Family


    This work-study type course provides extensive clinical opportunities dealing with hospitalized children and their families. Students apply knowledge and nursing skills in selected care settings while employed as a patient care assistant 32 hours per week. Didactic instruction focuses on growth, developmental and pathophysiologic issues related to common childhood disorders.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing


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  • NURS 4617 - Adult Nursing Externship


    The purpose of this course is to provide the student with a unique learning opportunity to build on principles of nursing basic to the care of adult patients experiencing various health alterations. Students will explore selected concepts related to the care of the adult patient and use the nursing process to plan care of the patient and his/her family; building on knowledge acquired in the junior year. The student, employed as a Patient Care Assistant will demonstrate responsible work-role behaviors in the work setting.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2 Other Hours: 3

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing


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  • NURS 4618 - Critical Care Nursing


    This course provides the theoretical and functional base for the complex management of adult clients with complicated medical and surgical health problems treated in critical care settings. Fundamental concepts include an overview of the practice of critical care nursing: tools needed for arrhythmia interpretation, hemodynamic monitoring, ventilatory management, and intracranial pressure monitoring: the management of cardiopulmonary arrest and related nursing management.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing


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  • NURS 4619 - Externship: Care of the Family During the Perinatal Experience


    The purpose of this course provides opportunities for students to expand their knowledge base in childbearing processes, the neonatal period of family dynamics and the nursing process. Opportunities are available to increase assessment, communication, and crisis intervention skills while students are employed as a Patient Care Assistant for 32 hours per week. Current trends and issues relevant to deviations from the normal childbearing process or the normal neonatal period are investigated.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 3

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing


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  • NURS 4620 - Ethical Decision Making: An Interdisciplinary Approach


    This course lays the foundation for collaborative interdisciplinary decision making which occurs within the context of healthcare. Emphasis is placed on case-study analysis and dialog between key players.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing


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  • NURS 4621 - Principles of Oncology Nursing


    This is an introductory course in the principals of oncology nursing. It includes pathophysiology, treatment modalities, screening modalities, side effects management, care of persons with solid tumor cancers and utilization of the nursing process in caring for adults with cancer in the inpatient and outpatient oncology settings. Each clinical experience will be a precepted experience by a chemotherapy certified registered nurse or an oncology certified registered nurse (OCN, AOCN).

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 6
    Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 9

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing


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  • NURS 4622 - High-Risk Neonatal Nursing


    This course provides the student with information related to (1) the physiological and pathophysiological phenomena associated with the high-risk newborn; (2) clinical assessment and management of the high-risk neonate; and (3) synthesis of data for planning and providing nursing care of the high-risk neonate and family.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2

    Co-Requisites: NURS4402

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing


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  • NURS 4623 - Spirituality in Nursing


    This course will explore the relationship between spirituality and nursing and what effects the spirituality of the client and/or the nurse have upon health and healing. The student will define their own spirituality and explore the spiritual perspectives of world religions as related to healing. Other topics to be explored will include, but are not limited to, the effects of prayer and meditation on healing, life after death experiences, spirituality and dying, and the spirituality of Florence Nightingale, Interests of the class will help determine specific content within the topical outline that will be taught. The primary purpose of this course is to familiarize the student with the spiritual perspective of nursing are and assist them to identify and develop their own spiritual nursing practices.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing


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  • NURS 4624 - Forensic Nursing: Online


    The purpose of this course is to explore the emerging specialty of forensic nursing. This exploration will be accomplished online as the student accesses course materials via computer. The historical and theoretical development of forensic nursing will be examined. The student will analyze the scope and standards of forensic nursing practice. Areas of specialization within forensic nursing will be addressed. Issues related to interpersonal violence and child maltreatment will be examined. The student will relate how state and federal laws may impact nursing practice and evidence collection. Emphasis will be placed on the role of forensic evidence collection and documentation in all areas of nursing practice.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing


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  • NURS 4625 - Perioperative Nursing Externship


    The purpose of this course is to introduce the student to the roles of the professional nurse in the perioperative setting. Students will have the opportunity to implement the nursing process within the preoperative, intraoperative, postoperative, and post-recovery phases of the patient’s surgical experience. The student, employed as a Senior PCA, will demonstrate responsible work-role behaviors in the work setting.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 3

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing


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  • NURS 4626 - Patient, Family and Staff Education


    This course provides an introduction to the role of the nurse as an educator. Andragogical principles are applied to the process of designing and developing educational offerings. Transferable concepts, which may be applied to patient/family and continuing education programs, are considered.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing


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  • NURS 4627 - Topics in Obstetric Nursing


    The purpose of this course is to provide opportunities for students to deepen and expand their knowledge base in childbearing processes, family dynamics, and the nursing process. Theoretical information will be presented and discussed in a didactic setting. Current trends and issues relevant to deviations from the normal childbearing process will be investigated. Students also will explore the professional role of the nurse when dealing with individuals and families during the childbearing period. Specific roles to be examined are the legal and ethical responsibilities of the nurse during crisis situations. The cognitive component of this course will cover topics related to complex acute and chronic problems that affect perinatal clients and their families. Students will be given opportunities to determine interventions for pathophysiologic and psychosocial problems occurring during childbearing. Principles of risk management and the nursing process are used as a framework to examine the nursing care interventions presented. Teaching learning principles involved in patient education and ethical/moral dilemmas facing nursing personnel caring for the tertiary high-risk family unit are addressed. Learning activities are designed to require critical thinking skills, stimulate a spirit of inquiry and an appreciation of the role of the nurse and related research in clinical problem solving. Classes and conferences are designed to increase self-directed learning, peer, collaboration and critical thinking skills. Students may have opportunities to apply principles from classes in specific patient care situations.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing


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  • NURS 4628 - Populations at Risk in Public Health Nursing


    This course will focus on building and applying knowledge and skills needed for the practice of public health nursing for at-risk populations in the community. Nursing interventions related to the promotion of health of communities based on local, state and national data and priorities are emphasized. The course is intended to provide opportunities for students to use techniques of nursing leadership to collaborate with community members, and public and private partners, to identify, implement, and evaluate programs. interventions that will improve the health and well being of the community. Community-based clinical experiences allow the student to apply and demonstrate integration of knowledge and clinical skills.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2 Other Hours: 1

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing


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  • NURS 4630 - HIV Management in Healthcare


    The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the various issues related to planning/providing care for persons across the spectrum of HIV disease. Students from various schools will participate in course information within this course. Each will have the opportunity to explore links and activities specific to their discipline. This course will examine the many aspects of HIV/AIDS related to physical, psychosocial, legal, ethical, and community issues. The course will focus on the epidemiological, medical, political/ethical, and legal trends related to HIV disease. The relationship of HIV disease and immune function will be discussed. Risk behaviors and prevention techniques for HIV will be emphasized. This course will facilitate students in developing safe and compassionate care of persons with various stages of HIV disease. This is a web based course designed to enhance and facilitate student learning. The course will be offered as a variable credit course in the following categories: Undergraduate nursing, Respiratory Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physician Assistant, Physical Therapy, and various Master Allied Health programs: (3-1-0-3). Dental Hygiene, Radiology Therapy, Respiratory Therapy: (2-0-0-2). Faculty in each program will decide which credit option they choose to offer the students.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 1 to 3
    Other Hours: 1 to 3

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing


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  • NURS 4631 - Informatics and Technology in Healthcare


    The purpose of this online course is to explore the emerging specialty of informatics and examine the use of technology in healthcare. The theoretical development of healthcare informatics will be examined. The student will analyze the scope and standards of informatics nursing practice. Current and emerging healthcare technologies will be investigated with an emphasis on the actual and potential effects of these technologies on the work of nurses, the process of care and patient outcomes.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 1 to 3
    Other Hours: 1 to 3

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing


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  • NURS 4632 - Professionalism and Leadership in Nursing


    This course focuses on the principles of leadership, professionalism, and career development. Through an exploration of personal and professional values, the student will determine his/her career trajectory. Emphasis will also be placed on development of communication and behavioral skills and will facilitate a professional concept of self.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing


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  • NURS 4633 - Trauma and Neuroscience Nursing


    This course provides the theoretical and functional base for the complex management of adult clients with traumatic injuries treated in the emergency and acute care settings. Functional concepts include an overview of the practice of emergency and neuroscience nursing; tools needed for emergency management and related nurse management.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3 Other Hours: 3

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing


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  • NURS 4634 - Environmental Health


    The purpose of this course is to explore the dimensions of the physical environment in which we live that have a direct bearing on the health of individual and community clients. The environment has long been recognized as a primary determinant of health. It is essential for the nurse to be able to assess and intervene when a health problem occurs or is likely to occur due to an environmentally related factor. Basic knowledge and concepts related to environmental health as well as specific factors that need to be incorporated into assessments, education and referrals will be addressed. The role of the nurse in advocacy, ethics and risk communication will be emphasized throughout the course.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3 Other Hours: 3

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing


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  • NURS 4635 - CARE OF THE CRITICALLY ILL CHILD


    Prerequisite: Completion of all junior level courses. This course provides the theoretical and functional base for the complex management of the pediatric patient with complicated medical and surgical health problems. This course focuses on hospitalized children and their families and emphasizes clinical decision making and nursing care of the critically ill child.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3 Other Hours: 3

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing


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  • NURS 4636 - Camp Nursing


    Prerequisites: Junior level courses, BCLS, Permission of faculty The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the various issues related to camp nursing for children with chronic health problems. The course will focus on the components of specific chronic illnesses and the ways in which these are managed and integrated into a positive camp experience for children. The course will facilitate students in participating in and providing an environment that promotes the normal process of childhood for children who experience chronic health problems. Students enrolled in this elective may concurrently participate as volunteers in a camp of their choice that offers camp experiences to children and adolescents with chronic health problems.

    Grade Mode: Normal

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Other Hours: 0

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing


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  • NURS 4637 - International Health


    Prerequisites: Junior year or permission of instructor The course is designed to increase awareness of the importance of cultural competence in the delivery of healthcare from a global perspective. With health needs expanding more rapidly than the health community’s ability to service the needs, new models of “medical outreach” are urgently needed. The course will include country-specific knowledge about the most common healthcare threats to clients. Students enrolled in this elective may participate in a volunteer field trip experience outside the USA.

    Grade Mode: Normal

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Other Hours: 0

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing


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  • NURS 4638 - Spanish for Healthcare Providers


    Prerequisites: Junior Status, a minimum of 4 semesters of Spanish language (High school of college level), or permission of instructor. This course is an intensive, interactive course for health professionals to facilitate the development of practical Spanish language skills and cultural awareness. This course builds on basic knowledge of the Spanish Language. Emphasis is on development of oral and aural communication skills for practical use of the language in healthcare environments. Cultural perspectives pertinent to Spanish-speaking populations are integrated throughout the course.

    Grade Mode: Normal

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Other Hours: 0

    College Restrictions: College of Nursing


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