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2011-2012 Georgia Health Sciences University Catalog

2011-2012 Georgia Health Sciences University Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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	NURO 9300 - Research in Neuroscience The student works closely with his/her faculty dissertation mentor on an in-depth study of a research question of interest to both student and mentor. This course culminates in the preparation of a PhD dissertation. Grade Mode: Satisfactory-Unsatisfactory Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 1Contact Hrs. Low: 24 Course Level: Graduate Semester Equivalent Course: NSC9300 Graduate StudiesNeuroscienceDPHIL_NERO-NeuroscienceMain campusGraduate SemesterGraduateDoctor of Philosophy Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	NURS 3000 - Introduction to Pathophysiology This course builds on concepts and principles from the basic sciences and presents an orientation to disease as disordered physiology. It is intended to help students understand how and why the symptoms and signs of various conditions appear and will provide basic information on the causes of disease, the body’s response to disease, the treatments for specific diseases and the body’s response to those treatments. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 3 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester SNUP-Summer Nursing Program Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 6Contact Hrs. Low: 60 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Equivalent Course: NUR3100 Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 2Contact Hrs. Low: 53 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Equivalent Course: NUR3101 Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 3 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Equivalent Course: NUR3102 Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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, NURS3101, NURS3102 Pre-Req Min Grade: C, C, C Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 5Contact Hrs. Low: 60 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Co-Requisites: NURS3104 Equivalent Course: NUR3103 Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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, NURS3101, NURS3102 Pre-Req Min Grade: C, C, C Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 5Contact Hrs. Low: 61 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Co-Requisites: NURS3103 Equivalent Course: NUR3104 Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 4Contact Hrs. Low: 8 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Equivalent Course: NURS3100 NursingNursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 2Contact Hrs. Low: 2 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Equivalent Course: NURS3201 NursingNursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 4 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester NursingNursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 3 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Equivalent Course: NURS3102 NursingNursingBS Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 3 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Equivalent Course: NURS3202 NursingNursingBS Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 6Contact Hrs. Low: 14 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester NursingNursingBS Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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, NUR3101 Pre-Req Min Grade: C, C Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 2Contact Hrs. Low: 2 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Equivalent Course: NUR3201 Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Pre-Req Min Grade: C Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 3 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Equivalent Course: NUR3202 Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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, NURS3101, NURS3102 Pre-Req Min Grade: C, C, C Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 5Contact Hrs. Low: 10 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Co-Requisites: NURS3204 Equivalent Course: NUR3203 Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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, NURS3101, NURS3102 Pre-Req Min Grade: C, C, C Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 5Contact Hrs. Low: 10 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Co-Requisites: NURS3203 Equivalent Course: NUR3204 Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 4Contact Hrs. Low: 4 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Co-Requisites: NURS3210 Equivalent Course: NURS3203 NursingNursingBS Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 3 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Equivalent Course: NURS3101 NursingNursingBS Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 4Contact Hrs. Low: 12 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Co-Requisites: NURS3205 Equivalent Course: NURS4302 NursingNursingBS 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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 5 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Equivalent Course: NURS3204 NursingNursingBS Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	NURS 3500 - Independent Study Independent Study Grade Mode: Satisfactory-Unsatisfactory Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 1Contact Hrs. Low: 2 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 68 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Equivalent Course: NUR4301 Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 9Contact Hrs. Low: 87 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Equivalent Course: NUR4302 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 4Contact Hrs. Low: 4 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Co-Requisites: NURS4310 Equivalent Course: NURS3103 NursingNursingBS Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 2Contact Hrs. Low: 2 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Equivalent Course: NURS4301 NursingNursingBS Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 4Contact Hrs. Low: 12 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Co-Requisites: NURS4305 Equivalent Course: NURS3104 NursingNursingBS Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 5 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester NursingNursingBS Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 5 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Equivalent Course: NUR4401 Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 9Contact Hrs. Low: 21 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Equivalent Course: NUR4402 Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 3 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Co-Requisites: NURS4410 NursingNursingBS Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 3 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester NursingNursingBS Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 5Contact Hrs. Low: 15 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Co-Requisites: NURS4405 Equivalent Course: NURS4402 NursingNursingBS Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 4Contact Hrs. Low: 6 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Equivalent Course: NURS4401 NursingNursingBS Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 1Credit Hrs. High: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 1Contact Hrs. High: 3 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Equivalent Course: NUR4500 NursingUndergraduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	NURS 4501 - Independent Study Independent study to complete senior course requirements. Grade Mode: Satisfactory-Unsatisfactory, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: NURS3105, NURS3106, NURS3107, NURS3108, NURS3109, NURS3110, NURS3205, NURS3210, NURS3215, NURS4305 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 1Credit Hrs. High: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 1Contact Hrs. High: 3 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Equivalent Course: NUR4501 NursingUndergraduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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, NURS3106, NURS3107, NURS3108, NURS3109, NURS3110, NURS3205, NURS3210, NURS3215, NURS4305 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 1Credit Hrs. High: 6Contact Hrs. Low: 1Contact Hrs. High: 6 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 1Credit Hrs. High: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 1Contact Hrs. High: 3 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Equivalent Course: NUR4503 NursingUndergraduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 3 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Equivalent Course: NUR4602 Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 3 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Equivalent Course: NUR4603 Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	NURS 4604 - Application of Diagnostic Interpretation 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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Equivalent Course: NUR4604 Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Equivalent Course: NUR4605 Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 5 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Equivalent Course: NUR4606 Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 3 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Equivalent Course: NUR4607 Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 3 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Equivalent Course: NUR4608 Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 3 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Equivalent Course: NUR4609 Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Pre-Req Min Grade: C Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 3 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Equivalent Course: NUR4610 Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 3 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Equivalent Course: NUR4611 College Restrictions: Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 3 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Equivalent Course: NUR4612 Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 5 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Equivalent Course: NUR4613 Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 3 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Equivalent Course: NUR4614 Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 3 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Equivalent Course: NUR4615 Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 3 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Equivalent Course: NUR4616 Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 5 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Equivalent Course: NUR4617 Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 3 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Equivalent Course: NUR4618 Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 5 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Equivalent Course: NUR4619 College Restrictions: Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 3 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Equivalent Course: NUR4620 Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 6Contact Hrs. Low: 12 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Equivalent Course: NUR4621 Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 2 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Co-Requisites: NURS4402 Equivalent Course: NUR4622 Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 3 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Equivalent Course: NUR4623 Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 3 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Equivalent Course: NUR4624 Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 5 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Equivalent Course: NUR4625 Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 3 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Equivalent Course: NUR4626 Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 3 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Equivalent Course: NUR4627 Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 3 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Equivalent Course: NUR4628 Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 1Credit Hrs. High: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 1Contact Hrs. High: 3 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Equivalent Course: NUR4630 Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 1Credit Hrs. High: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 1Contact Hrs. High: 3 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Equivalent Course: NUR4631 Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 3 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Equivalent Course: NUR4632 Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 6 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Equivalent Course: NUR4633 Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 6 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Equivalent Course: NUR4634 Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 6 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Equivalent Course: NUR4635 Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 3 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 3 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	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 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 3 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	NURS 4639 - Nursing Care of Children with Hematology and Oncology Disorders This course focuses on the complex nursing management of the pediatric hematology/oncology patient and their families. The emphasis is on nursing care to promote, maintain, and restore health for children and their families during all stages of treatment for cancers of blood disorders. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: NURS3103, NURS4305, NURS4310 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 3 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	NURS 4640 - Nurse Scholars Seminar Senior level status or permission of the instructor This course focuses on the development of basic competencies in scientific inquiry, nursing education, or simulation for clinical practice. Innovative online and practicum experiences are designed to give the student a unique one-on-one experience with a faculty member. This course was also designed to increase the opportunities for students to be mentored and encourage them to pursue their interests while exploring one of the many roles of a nurse scholar. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: NURS3105, NURS3106, NURS3107, NURS3108, NURS3109, NURS3110, NURS3205, NURS3206, NURS3210, NURS3215 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester BSNC_NURL-RN to BSN, BSN_NURS-NursingFourth Year Undergrad Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	NURS 4991 - Population Health This course combines knowledge and skills from public health science and professional nursing practice to guide students in the promotion of population health. Through assessment and analysis of the health status of a chosen population, students intervene to influence change and promote health. Emphasis is placed on professional nursing judgment, partnership development and empowerment of populations for the improvement of the health. Students have an opportunity to develop competencies of leadership through collaboration with community leaders, decision makers, healthcare providers, and the people of the community. Epidemiological, educational and change models are used to design and evaluate interventions aimed at the promotion of population health. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 4Contact Hrs. Low: 3 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Equivalent Course: NUR4991 Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	NURS 4993 - Health Appraisal & Promotion for the Individual & Family This online course present the knowledge and skill base for health assessment of individuals and families across the lifespan. Nursing interventions related to the promotion of health for individuals and families based on state and national priorities are emphasized. Community based clinical experiences allow the student to demonstrate the integration of knowledge and clinical skills. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 6Contact Hrs. Low: 10 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Equivalent Course: NUR4993 Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	NURS 4994 - Synthesis in Professional Nursing This online courses focuses on the application of professional nursing practice. Opportunities exist for students to synthesize and integrate theory in development of the professional role. Concepts related to leadership, management, policy, resource utilization, and planning/evaluating services are critically examined. Students choose a track (education, management, health policy, research or professional practice) for their clinical experience for professional development within an area of interest. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 6Contact Hrs. Low: 12 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Equivalent Course: NUR4994 Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	NURS 4995 - Professional Issues This course focuses on the transition to professional practice. Basic issues impacting nursing and health are analyzed. Individual philosophy, goals, and career strategies will be explored. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 3 Course Level: Undergraduate Semester Equivalent Course: NUR4995 Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	NURS 6100 - Pathophysiology This course examines the pathophysiological basis of illness focusing on compromises in the body’s ability to meet its physiological needs. The course begins with an introduction to basic pathophysiological concepts that are related to commonly occurring disease processes throughout the body. The student will then apply these concepts when analyzing compromises of the various body systems. Application of concepts across the lifespan will be incorporated through the discussion of pathophysiology. The course provides the foundation for the clinical decision-making and management of individual health problems and family health problems. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 3 Course Level: Graduate Semester Graduate StudiesMSN_CNL-Clinical Nurse LeaderGraduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	NURS 6200 - Healthcare Therapeutics: Pharmacology and Nutrition The course introduces the basic principles of clinical pharmacology and nutrition as therapeutic interventions in the healthcare arena. Application of concepts across the lifespan will be incorporated throughout the course. The student will apply these concepts to the pharmacological and nutritional management of compromises of the various body systems. This strong conceptual base will prepare students to administer and monitor the use of commonly used medications and alternative medicinal supplements (herbal and nutrition) safely and effectively. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: NURS6100 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 4Contact Hrs. Low: 4 Course Level: Graduate Semester Graduate StudiesMSN_CNL-Clinical Nurse LeaderGraduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	NURS 6300 - Introduction to Epidemiology & Biostatistics This course will focus on applying epidemiologic principles to health promotion and illness prevention along the continuum of care in multiple settings. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 3 Course Level: Graduate Semester Graduate StudiesMSN_CNL-Clinical Nurse LeaderGraduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	NURS 6510 - Advanced Physiological Concepts This course will cover physiologic principles and processes that play a central role in health, illness, and pharmacology while exploring the latest research developments in these areas. It is designed to provide the student with in-depth understanding of normal function and alterations that contribute to acute and chronic illness. The role of genetics and teh environment on health and illness will also be explored. Concepts will be applied to pharmacological principles including pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, and pharmacogenomics. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 2 Course Level: Graduate Semester Graduate StudiesNursingDNP_DNP-Doctor of Nursing PracticeGraduate SemesterDoctor of Nursing Practice Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	NURS 6520 - Effective Health Care Communication This course provides the framework for nurses to refine specific communication behaviors essential for effective interprofessional practice. Improving communication skills in areas including professional writing, oral presentation development and delivery and media training facilitate professionalism and enhance interaction with members of multi-disciplinary health care teams, patient and family and the community at large. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 2 Course Level: Graduate Semester Graduate StudiesNursingDNP_DNP-Doctor of Nursing PracticeGraduate SemesterDoctor of Nursing Practice Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	NURS 6530 - Leadership in Complex Health Care Environment Hours: Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	NURS 6530 - Leadership in Complex Health Care Environments This course is designed to prepare the student to identify and utilize leadership roles as a basis for improving health care outcomes on local, regional, and national levels. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 2 Course Level: Graduate Semester Graduate StudiesNursingDNP_DNP-Doctor of Nursing PracticeGraduate SemesterDoctor of Nursing Practice Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	NURS 6600 - Healthcare Delivery Models and Economic Policy This course introduces the aspects of health care delivery systems, economics, ethics, and policy, which serve as a foundation for understanding and applying the dynamics of these principles in clinical practice. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 2Credit Hrs. High: 3 Course Level: Graduate Semester Graduate StudiesMSN_CNL-Clinical Nurse LeaderGraduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	NURS 6600 - Healthcare Delivery Models, Economics, and Policy This course introduces the aspects of healthcare delivery systems, economics, ethics and policy, which serves as a foundation for understanding and applying the dynamics of these principles in clinical practice. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 3 Course Level: Graduate Semester College Restrictions: Graduate StudiesProgram Restrictions: MSN_CNL-Clinical Nurse LeaderLevel Restrictions: Graduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	NURS 6620 - Transition into Professional Nursing I Prerequisite: Admission to the RN-MSN (CNL) program. This course focuses on the transition to professional practice. Basic issues impacting nursing and health are analyzed. Individual philosophy, goals, and career strategies will be explored. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 3 Course Level: Graduate Semester Graduate StudiesClinical Nurse Leader CompleteMSN_CNL-Clinical Nurse LeaderElectronic campusGraduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	NURS 6630 - Transition into Professional Nursing II Prerequisite: Admission to the RN-MSN (CNL) program. This course focuses on the application of principles of professional nursing practice. Concepts related to ethics, evidence-based practice, leadership, management, resource utilization, and quality services are critically examined. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 3 Course Level: Graduate Semester Graduate StudiesClinical Nurse Leader CompleteMSN_CNL-Clinical Nurse LeaderElectronic campusGraduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	NURS 6640 - Healthcare Information Systems Prerequisites: Admission to the RN-MSN(CNL) or BSN-MSN(CNL) program. This course introduces informatics in the healthcare arena and demonstrates the use of relevant computerized information systems to make decisions regarding healthcare outcomes at point of care. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 2Contact Hrs. Low: 2 Course Level: Graduate Semester Graduate StudiesMSN_CNL-Clinical Nurse LeaderElectronic campusGraduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	NURS 6650 - Outcomes Management The course focuses on clinical and cost outcomes management of individuals and/or client groups experiencing chronic or acute illness. Strategies that are amenable to nursing and promote quality, safety, and efficiencies through a client-centered care delivery model are discussed. Concepts presented will include evidence based interventions, health promotion and prevention, disease prevention, injury reduction strategies, lateral integration of care, and the use of benchmarking for outcomes comparison. The CNL roles of clinician, outcomes manager, systems analyst/risk anticipator, and team manager are a focus for the course. Course Prerequisites: NURS 6640, NURS 6990, NURS 7500 Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: NURS6640, NURS6990, NURS7500 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 3 Course Level: Graduate Semester Graduate StudiesMSN_CNL-Clinical Nurse LeaderElectronic campusGraduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	NURS 6660 - The Clinical Nurse Leader as an Advocate Prerequisites: Admission to the RN-MSN (CNL) or BSN-CNL program and completion of NURS 6620 and NURS 6630: Transition to Professional Nursing I and II. This course builds on concepts from previous courses to build the advocate role for the CNL. Principles of advocacy are presented and vulnerable populations are identified and combined in case-studies to allow the student to simulate the advocate role. Critical evaluation of patient and/or professional advocacy scenarios in practice is also included. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 2Contact Hrs. Low: 2 Course Level: Graduate Semester Graduate StudiesMSN_CNL-Clinical Nurse LeaderElectronic campusGraduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	NURS 6670 - Clinical Nurse Leader Residency This course focuses on the synthesis of principles of professional nursing practice into the integration of the Clinical Nurse Leader role. The student will be provided with concentrated clinical experience and will be immersed in the clinical setting. During the clinical experience, students will collaborate with nurse preceptors and will focus on: leadership, management (delegation and coordination), information management, outcomes, evidence-based clinical decision-making, scholarship, fiscal management and accountability (implementing cost effectiveness strategies), and interdisciplinary collaboration. Course Prerequisites: Completion of NURS 6300, 6600, 7100, 7390, 7430, 7470, and 7500. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: NURS6300, NURS6600, NURS7100, NURS7390, NURS7430, NURS7470, NURS7500 Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 7Contact Hrs. Low: 7 Course Level: Graduate Semester Graduate StudiesMSN_CNL-Clinical Nurse LeaderElectronic campusGraduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	NURS 6700 - Nursing Therapeutics and Professional Nursing This course provides a foundation upon which students can build their professional nursing knowledge and practice. The course will emphasize fundamental nursing skills, age appropriate health assessment techniques, the nursing process, and the introduction to clinical reasoning skills. The course also explores the development of nursing practice and will emphasize the role and responsibilities of the Clinical Nurse Leader in the healthcare delivery system. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 6Contact Hrs. Low: 6 Course Level: Graduate Semester Graduate StudiesMSN_CNL-Clinical Nurse LeaderGraduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	NURS 6730 - Introduction To Anesthesia Nursing Prerequisite: Admission to the Nursing Anesthesia Program or permission of the instructor. The student is introduced to the role of the anesthetist as an advanced practice nurse. The course presents an overview of clinical anesthesia practice, explores of the role of the nurse anesthetist within the context of the healthcare system, and introduces professional behaviors expected of all advanced practice nurses to include models for critical thinking, decision making, and communication. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 2Contact Hrs. Low: 2 Course Level: Graduate Semester Equivalent Course: NSG6730 MSN_NURS-Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	NURS 6735 - Health Assessment and Diagnostics for Nursing Anesthesia Course Prerequisites: Admission to the Nursing Anesthesia Program or Permission of instructor. This Didactic course focuses on health assessment and use of the diagnostic history and physical examination to formulate a differential diagnosis in both the pediatric and adult surgical patient. Concentration is on selected theories, principles and techniques from the physical and behavior sciences essential to developing the patient data base and to applying the diagnostic process. Emphasis is placed on obtaining a comprehensive health history and performing a focuses physical examination on patients across the lifespan requiring anesthetic management. Exposure to topics of cultural differences that may impact the delivery of anesthesia care is also provided. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 2Contact Hrs. Low: 2 Course Level: Graduate Semester Graduate StudiesMSN_NURA-Nursing AnesthesiaGraduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.

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NURO 9300 - Research in Neuroscience

NURS 3000 - Introduction to Pathophysiology

NURS 3100 - Principles of Professional Nursing Practice

NURS 3101 - Foundations I: Concepts of Professional Nursing Practice

NURS 3102 - Pathophysiology and Pharmacology I

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

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

NURS 3105 - Fundamental Skills of Nursing Practice

NURS 3106 - Health Promotion

NURS 3107 - Health Assessment

NURS 3108 - Principles of Pathophysiology

NURS 3109 - Principles of Pharmacology

NURS 3110 - Essentials of Nursing Practice

NURS 3201 - Foundations II: Healthcare Environments

NURS 3202 - Pathophysiology and Pharmacology II

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

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

NURS 3205 - Nursing Care of Adults

NURS 3206 - Foundations of Professional Nursing

NURS 3210 - Clinical Nursing Care of Adults

NURS 3215 - Gerontological Nursing

NURS 3500 - Independent Study

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

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

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

NURS 4306 - Research and Evidence Based Practice

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

NURS 4315 - Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing

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

NURS 4402 - Professional Nursing Practice

NURS 4405 - Synthesis of Nursing Practice

NURS 4406 - Leadership and Management

NURS 4410 - Clinical Synthesis of Nursing Practice

NURS 4415 - Population and Community Health

NURS 4500 - Independent Study

NURS 4501 - Independent Study

NURS 4502 - Teaching Assistantship

NURS 4503 - Independent Study

NURS 4602 - Substance Abuse Nursing

NURS 4603 - Nutrition in Clinical Nursing

NURS 4604 - Application of Diagnostic Interpretation

NURS 4605 - Issues in Women’s Healthcare

NURS 4606 - Perioperative Nursing

NURS 4607 - Nursing Care of the Client with Dysrhythmias

NURS 4608 - Concepts of Rural Nursing

NURS 4609 - Nursing Management of the Patient with HIV Disease

NURS 4610 - School Health Nursing

NURS 4611 - Entrepreneurship in Nursing

NURS 4611 - Entrepreneurship in Nursing

NURS 4612 - Nursing in Human Loss and Grieving

NURS 4613 - Assessment of Parent-Child Interaction

NURS 4614 - Principles of Oncology Nursing

NURS 4615 - Complementary Healing Modalities

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

NURS 4617 - Adult Nursing Externship

NURS 4618 - Critical Care Nursing

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

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

NURS 4620 - Ethical Decision Making: An Interdisciplinary Approach

NURS 4621 - Principles of Oncology Nursing

NURS 4622 - High-Risk Neonatal Nursing

NURS 4623 - Spirituality in Nursing

NURS 4624 - Forensic Nursing: Online

NURS 4625 - Perioperative Nursing Externship

NURS 4626 - Patient, Family and Staff Education

NURS 4627 - Topics in Obstetric Nursing

NURS 4628 - Populations at Risk in Public Health Nursing

NURS 4630 - HIV Management in Healthcare

NURS 4631 - Informatics and Technology in Healthcare

NURS 4632 - Professionalism and Leadership in Nursing

NURS 4633 - Trauma and Neuroscience Nursing

NURS 4634 - Environmental Health

NURS 4635 - CARE OF THE CRITICALLY ILL CHILD

NURS 4636 - Camp Nursing

NURS 4637 - International Health

NURS 4638 - Spanish for Healthcare Providers

NURS 4639 - Nursing Care of Children with Hematology and Oncology Disorders

NURS 4640 - Nurse Scholars Seminar

NURS 4991 - Population Health