Nursing Course Descriptions

NURS - 210. Intro to Pathophysiology (3)

Prerequisites: BIOL - 113, BIOL - 114, BIOL - 115, BIOL - 134, BIOL - 135, PSY - 101. Corequisites: NURS - 240, NURS - 250, NURS - 252, NURS - 212, NURS - 230, NURS - 232. This theory course presents information on specific interruptions in normal function of the major human physiological systems. It includes clinical manifestations of specific diseases and general principles guiding medical and nursing interventions for these diseases. Emphasis is on conceptual understanding of the disease process and the pathological commonalities among these processes.

NURS - 211. Pharmacology (3)

Prerequisites: NURS - 210, NURS - 212, NURS - 230, NURS - 240, NURS - 250, PSY - 210. Corequisites: NURS - 231, NURS - 241, NURS - 251. This theory course focuses on the effects of drugs and drug interactions of the individual throughout the life span. Emphasis is on the nursing role in medication administration with considerations of the impact of legal, social, and technological changes. Teaching plans for clients and their families are a major focus.

NURS - 212. Nutrition in Promotion, Maintenance and Restoration of Health (2)

Prerequisites: BIOL - 113, BIOL - 114, BIOL - 115, BIOL - 134, BIOL - 135, PSY - 101. Corequisites: NURS - 252, NURS - 250, NURS - 240, NURS - 210, NURS - 230, NURS - 232. This theory course focuses on the principles and practices of nutrition and diet therapy as applied to health and disease states of clients across the lifespan. The role of the nurse in promoting optimal nutrition is central to this course.

NURS - 230. Conceptual Foundations of Professional Practice (3)

Prerequisites: BIOL - 113, BIOL - 114, BIOL - 115, BIOL - 134, BIOL - 135, PSY - 101. Corequisites: NURS - 250, NURS - 240, NURS - 212, NURS - 210. This theory course introduces the student to the profession of nursing. Its history, theory, and essential skills, such as communication, critical thinking, decision-making, and the nursing process will be major focus areas. Additionally, health care delivery systems, ethics, legal aspects of nursing, and caring for the person, family, and self are explored.

NURS - 231. Nursing Therapeutics I (3)

Prerequisites: NURS - 210, NURS - 212, NURS - 230, NURS - 240, NURS - 250, PSY - 210. Corequisites: NURS - 241, NURS - 251, NURS - 211. This theory course explores nursing mechanisms to categorize and diagnose human responses and formulate appropriate interventions. The concepts of environment and nursing are emphasized.

NURS - 232. Conceptual Foundations of Professional Practice (MEO Program) (2)

Corequisites: NURS - 252, NURS - 240, NURS - 212, NURS - 210. This theory course introduces the MEO student to the profession of nursing. Its history, theory, and essential skills, such as communication, critical thinking, decision-making, and the nursing process will be major focus areas. Additionally, health care delivery systems, ethics, legal aspects of nursing, and caring for the person, family, and self are explored.

NURS - 240. Assessment of Human Response I (3)

Prerequisites: BIOL - 113, BIOL - 114, BIOL - 115, BIOL - 134, BIOL - 135, MATH - 101, PSY - 101. Corequisites: NURS - 250, NURS - 252, NURS - 212, NURS - 210, NURS - 230, NURS - 232. This theory course assists the student to apply concepts of health and person. A holistic approach is used when assessing selected basic human responses. Culturally sensitive interventions are designed to meet client needs.

NURS - 241. Assessment of Human Responses II (3)

Prerequisites: NURS - 210, NURS - 212, NURS - 230, NURS - 240, NURS - 250, PSY - 210. Corequisites: NURS - 251, NURS - 231, NURS - 211. This theory course guides the student in differentiating between illness and wellness through a thorough and systematic assessment. The emphasis is on physiological assessment that builds on and incorporates the principles of psychosocial and cultural assessment.

NURS - 250. Clinical Lab I (2)

Prerequisites: BIOL - 113, BIOL - 114, BIOL - 115, BIOL - 134, BIOL - 135, PSY - 101, MATH - 101. Corequisites: NURS - 240, NURS - 212, NURS - 210, NURS - 230. This clinical application course focuses the student on practices of basic skills and nursing procedures with emphasis on psychosocial assessment of clients in a wide variety of community settings.

NURS - 251. Clinical Lab II (2)

Prerequisites: NURS - 210, NURS - 212, NURS - 230, NURS - 240, NURS - 250, PSY - 210. Corequisites: NURS - 241, NURS - 231, NURS - 211. This clinical application course focuses on the roles of communicator, caregiver, client advocate, and teacher. The student uses physical assessment skills and therapeutic interventions for stable hospitalized clients, administers medication, and implements a plan of care. Emphasis is given to the care of adults and aging adults with multiple needs in sub acute and skilled nursing facilities.

NURS - 252. Clinical Lab I (MEO Program) (1)

Corequisites: NURS - 240, NURS - 212, NURS - 210, NURS - 232. This clinical application course focuses the MEO student on practices of basic skills and nursing procedures with emphasis on psychosocial assessment of clients in a wide variety of community settings.

NURS - 323. Nursing Research (3)

Prerequisites: NURS - 211, NURS - 231, NURS - 241, NURS - 251, MATH - 101. Corequisites: NURS - 350, NURS - 330, NURS - 340. This theory course introduces the student to the research process and its application to nursing practice and social problems. Introductory critiquing skills are used to examine each step of the research process to enhance students' understanding of their role as consumers of nurse research.

NURS - 330. Nursing Therapeutics II (3)

Prerequisites: NURS - 211, NURS - 231, NURS - 241, NURS - 251. Corequisites: NURS - 350, NURS - 340, NURS - 323. This theory course focuses on episodes of care and the principles of caseload management for adults. Students use selected human responses with an emphasis on physiological and psychological/cultural/spiritual assessment to identify and evaluate therapeutic interventions for adult clients. The course highlights the nurse's role in managing client care in acute care settings.

NURS - 331. Family Health I - Therapeutics/Principles and Methods (3)

Prerequisites: NURS - 330, NURS - 340, NURS - 350, NURS - 323. Corequisites: NURS - 351, NURS - 341, NURS - 352. This theory course focuses on the principles of case management with an emphasis on the childbearing family. The nursing role of case manager is introduced in the context of the childbearing family. The course explores the nursing management in the care of childbearing women, their infants, and their families.

NURS - 340. Principles & Methods of Practice I (3)

Prerequisites: NURS - 211, NURS - 231, NURS - 241, NURS - 251. Corequisites: NURS - 350, NURS - 330, NURS - 323. This theory course focuses on scientific concepts and principles related to monitoring and treatment of human responses. The student identifies, describes, and analyzes selected nursing interventions and treatments appropriate to adults with acute and/or chronic health care problems.

NURS - 341. Family Health II - Therapeutics/Principles and Methods (3)

Prerequisites: NURS - 330, NURS - 340, NURS - 350, NURS - 323. Corequisites: NURS - 351, NURS - 352, NURS - 331. This theory course focuses on family centered care in the childrearing years. The nursing role of case manager is introduced in the context of the childrearing family. The course focuses on the child as an individual and as a member of the family and community. Specific content related to the physical, emotional, and social growth and development of the child is introduced. The causes, treatment, and prevention of childhood conditions are explored.

NURS - 350. Clinical Lab III (4)

Prerequisites: NURS - 211, NURS - 231, NURS - 241, NURS - 251. Corequisites: NURS - 330, NURS - 340, NURS - 323. This clinical application course guides the student in providing comprehensive care for acutely ill adults. The student has a variety of learning experiences in the hospital setting including performing nursing care on an adult medical surgical nursing unit, observing in the operating suite, and alternative experiences in other settings such as emergency department, clinics, or areas where specific diagnostic procedures are performed.

NURS - 351. Clinical Lab IV-A (2)

Prerequisites: NURS - 330, NURS - 340, NURS - 350, NURS - 323. Corequisites: NURS - 341, NURS - 352, NURS - 331. This clinical application course focuses on family centered care in the childrearing years. The nursing role of case manager in the context of the childrearing family is applied in a variety of settings. There is an emphasis on the skills essential to meeting the physical, emotion, and social needs of well children and children with acute or chronic conditions.

NURS - 352. Clinical Lab IV-B (2)

Prerequisites: NURS - 330, NURS - 340, NURS - 350, NURS - 323. Corequisites: NURS - 351, NURS - 341, NURS - 331. This clinical application course focuses on the scientific concepts and principles related to monitoring and caring for human responses common to childbearing women, their infants, and their families in hospitals and community settings. There is an emphasis on the skills essential to meeting the physical, emotional, and social needs of women experiencing healthy and complicated pregnancies.

NURS - 430. Nursing Therapeutics III (3)

Prerequisites: NURS - 331, NURS - 341, NURS - 351, NURS - 352. Corequisite: NURS - 450. This theory course focuses on health care delivery to vulnerable populations. The emphasis is on the care of individuals, groups, and aggregates in community settings. Students analyze nursing interventions appropriate for persons experiencing complex physiological problems and/or severe and persistent mental illness. Research and epidemiological data are used to guide the class discussions and class analysis to facilitate student learning and clinical problem solving.

NURS - 450. Clinical Lab V (5)

Prerequisites: NURS - 331, NURS - 341, NURS - 351, NURS - 352. Corequisite: NURS - 430. This community based practical application course focuses on clients experiencing complex physiological and psychological problems. Nursing interventions for the care of vulnerable population is emphasized.

NURS - 451. Clinical Lab VI (5)

Prerequisites: NURS - 430, NURS - 450. Corequisites: NURS - 481, NURS - 461. This clinical application course centers on student practice in a selected specialty with a clinical preceptor. The focus is on human responses appropriate to the client/client population throughout the continuum of care. Managed care and leadership skills are integrated within the practice setting. Students design, implement, and evaluate a capstone project in the clinical setting.

NURS - 461. Leadership in Managed Care Systems (3)

Prerequisites: NURS - 430, NURS - 450. Corequisites: NURS - 481, NURS - 451. This theory course focuses on beginning practitioners in a managed care environment. Didactic content includes the philosophy of managed care, technology and managed care practice, quality improvement, and case management in integrated delivery systems. Students will analyze strategies to develop programs for health promotion, disease prevention, and client/provider health accountability in a restructured health care system. Students will discuss concepts, principles, and theories related to leadership in organizations. Didactic content includes human resource management, budgeting, and finance.

NURS - 481. Senior Seminar (1)

Prerequisites: NURS - 430, NURS - 450. Corequisites: NURS - 461, NURS - 451. This clinical support course focuses on student participation and leadership in seminar discussions related to nursing and selected human responses appropriate to the client base served in the clinical setting of their precepted experience. Examination of the multiplicity of nursing roles and the expanding role of the nurse in a variety of settings are explored. Ethical and legal issues related to the profession of nursing are discussed.