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NUR 094 - NYS PN/RN Transition
Credits:
3.00
The New York State PN to RN Transition course is designed
to validate prior learning, and update/ enhance the
student's knowledge. This course facilities transition from
the role of Practical Nurse to that of a student preparing
for the role of Registered Nurse. Nursing process is used
as the framework for critical thinking and problem solving.
Students holding and/ or eligible to hold a current
registration in a United States Jurisdiction may take this
non-credit course. The amount of work required is equivalent
to a course bearing 3 credits. For progression into the
Registered Nurse program, the student must hold a current
LPN registration in a US Jurisdiction and meet the specific
requirements of the institution and/ or to which s/he is
applying.
Lecture:
3.00
College:
Health Sciences
Department:
Nursing
NUR 095 - Clinical Skills Update
Credits:
1.00
This course is a 30-hour non-credit nursing course
mandatory for nursing students who have interrupted their
nursing study. Instruction will be provided in the lab
and clinical area. Hours proposed: 30 hours non-credit
nursing course (2 credit hours). Week One: 3 hours
laboratory + two 6-hour days in the hospital= 15 hours.
Week Two: 3 hours laboratory + two 6-hour days in the
hospital= 15 hours.
Lab:
2.00
College:
Health Sciences
Department:
Nursing
NUR 100 - Health Assessment
Credits:
2.00
This course will enable students to acquire skill in
obtaining a health history and in performing physical
examinations. Emphasis will be on identification of normal
physical characteristics, common variations and beginning
skills in detecting deviations from normal. This class is
also offered via the Internet.
Lecture:
1.00
College:
Health Sciences
Department:
Nursing
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s):
Nursing - Evening Program
Nursing
Co-requisites:
NUR 108, NUR 108T, NUR 114
Pre-requisites:
BIO 170 Minimum Grade: C
and BIO 170L Minimum Grade: C
and BIO 170L Minimum Grade: C
NUR 100L - Health Assessment Lab
Credits:
.00
Lab:
3.00
College:
Health Sciences
Department:
Nursing
Co-requisites:
NUR 100
NUR 103H - Nursing Theory/Pract I: Clinic
Credits:
.00
Lab:
8.00
College:
Health Sciences
Department:
Nursing
Co-requisites:
NUR 103, NUR 103L
NUR 103L - Nursing Theory & Prac I Lab
Credits:
.00
Lab:
2.00
College:
Health Sciences
Department:
Nursing
Co-requisites:
NUR 103, NUR 103H
NUR 103T - Nursing Theory & Practice I
Credits:
.00 to 5.00
Lecture:
2.00
College:
Health Sciences
Department:
Nursing
Co-requisites:
NUR 103L
NUR 108 - Concepts & Practice/Nursing I
Credits:
6.00
This course introduces the student to universal requisites,
scientific principles, and nursing skills necessary to meet
the needs common to all patients within a multicultural
society. Orem's Self-Care Deficit Theory is used as a
framework. Additionally, Maslow's Basic Human Needs,
Erikson's Psychosocial Stages of Development, principles of
communication, and the development of the role of the nurse
are stressed throughout the course. Opportunities for
application of these nursing principles and nursing skills
are provided in the College Laboratories and in various
health care and community settings.
Lecture:
2.00 Lab:
2.00 Other:
9.00
College:
Health Sciences
Department:
Nursing
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s):
Nursing - Evening Program
Nursing
Co-requisites:
NUR 100
Pre-requisites:
( BIO 170 Minimum Grade: C
and BIO 170L Minimum Grade: C )
and ( BIO 171 Minimum Grade: C
and BIO 171L Minimum Grade: C )
NUR 108H - Concpts & Prac Nursing Clinic
Credits:
.00
Other:
9.00
College:
Health Sciences
Department:
Nursing
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s):
Nursing - Evening Program
Nursing
Co-requisites:
NUR 100, NUR 108L, NUR 108T
Pre-requisites:
BIO 170L Minimum Grade: D
and BIO 171L Minimum Grade: D
NUR 108L - Concpts & Prac Nursing Lab
Credits:
.00
The course introduces the student to universal requisites,
scientific principles, and nursing skills necessary to meet
the needs common to all patients within a multicultural
society. Orem's Self-Care Deficit Theory is used as a
framework. Additionally, Maslow's Basic Human Needs,
Erikson's Psychosocial Stages of Development, principles
of communication, and the development of the role of the
nurse are stressed throughout the course. Opportunities
for application of these nursing principles and nursing
skills are provided in the College Laboratories and in
various health care and community settings.
Lab:
2.00
College:
Health Sciences
Department:
Nursing
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s):
Nursing - Evening Program
Nursing
Co-requisites:
NUR 100, NUR 108H, NUR 108T
Pre-requisites:
BIO 170L Minimum Grade: D
and BIO 171L Minimum Grade: D
NUR 108T - Concepts & Prac Nursing I
Credits:
6.00
The course introduces the student to universal requisites,
scientific principles, and nursing skills necessary to meet
the needs common to all patients within a multicultural
society. Orem's Self-Care Deficit Theory is used as a
framework. Additionally, Maslow's Basic Human Needs,
Erikson's Psychosocial Stages of Development, principles of
communication, and the development of the role of the
nurse are stressed throughout the course. Opportunities
for application of these nursing principles and nursing
skills are provided in the College Laboratories and in
various health care and community settings.
Lecture:
2.00
College:
Health Sciences
Department:
Nursing
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s):
Nursing - Evening Program
Nursing
Co-requisites:
NUR 100, NUR 108H, NUR 108L
Pre-requisites:
BIO 170 Minimum Grade: D
and BIO 171 Minimum Grade: D
NUR 109 - Concept & Prac Nursing II
Credits:
6.00
This course introduces students to the care of individuals
throughout the life span, using Orem's Self-Care Deficit
Nursing Theory as a framework. The course emphasizes
developmental requisites common to the child bearing family,
children, middle and older adults. Students will gain
skill in using the nursing process and become
increasingly independent in the provision of care.
Lecture:
3.00
College:
Health Sciences
Department:
Nursing
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s):
Nursing
Pre-requisites:
( NUR 108T Minimum Grade: C
or NUR 108 Minimum Grade: C
and NUR 108L Minimum Grade: C
or NUR 108H Minimum Grade: C )
NUR 109H - Concept & Prac Nursing II Hosp
Credits:
.00
Lab:
9.00
College:
Health Sciences
Department:
Nursing
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s):
Nursing
Co-requisites:
NUR 109T
Pre-requisites:
NUR 108 Minimum Grade: C+
or NUR 108T Minimum Grade: C+
and NUR 108L Minimum Grade: C+
and NUR 108H Minimum Grade: C+
NUR 109T - Concept & Prac Nursing II
Credits:
6.00
Lecture:
3.00
College:
Health Sciences
Department:
Nursing
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s):
Nursing
Co-requisites:
NUR 109H
Pre-requisites:
NUR 108 Minimum Grade: C+
or NUR 108T Minimum Grade: C+
and NUR 108L Minimum Grade: C+
and NUR 108H Minimum Grade: C+
NUR 110 - Foundations of Nursing I
Credits:
1.00
In foundations of Nursing I and Foundations of Nursing II,
students begin their professional socialization into the
discipline of nursing. Foundations of Nursing I introduces
basic underpinnings of nursing practice. It provides an
overview of nursing as as discipline and addresses such
topics as historical roots, the domains of nursing, and the
care/cure paradigm, and social and educational perspectives
of nursing.
Lecture:
1.00
College:
Health Sciences
Department:
Nursing
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s):
Nursing
NUR 111 - Foundations of Nursing II
Credits:
1.00
In Foundations of Nursing II students will continues to
build on ideas introduced in Foundations of Nursing I in
order to establish their identity with the nursing
profession. The profession of nursing will be explored from
a variety of viewpoints. Concepts of professionalism;
roles, and attributes needed to practice nursing competently
will be explored. A personal philosophy of nursing and
nursing practice will be developed.
Lecture:
1.00
College:
Health Sciences
Department:
Nursing
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s):
Nursing
Pre-requisites:
NUR 110 Minimum Grade: C
NUR 112 - PN to RN Bridge
Credits:
1.00
This one credit bridge course will introduce the practical
nurse to the Nursing program at Farmingdale State
University. It will provide the entering student with an
overview of the nursing process, critical thinking and
care planning. Additionally, it will provide vital
information on mathematical calculations needed for
nursing and patient care. This one credit bridge course
should provide for a seamless transition into our RN program
Lecture:
1.00
College:
Health Sciences
Department:
Nursing
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s):
Nursing
Pre-requisites:
NUR 094 Minimum Grade: P
NUR 114H - Clinical&Theoretical Foundatio
Credits:
.00
Other:
3.00
College:
Health Sciences
Department:
Nursing
Co-requisites:
NUR 114L, NUR 114T
Pre-requisites:
BIO 170 Minimum Grade: D
and BIO 171 Minimum Grade: D
NUR 114L - Clinical&Theoretical Foundatio
Credits:
.00
Lab:
2.00
College:
Health Sciences
Department:
Nursing
Co-requisites:
NUR 114H, NUR 114T
Pre-requisites:
BIO 170 Minimum Grade: D
and BIO 171 Minimum Grade: D
NUR 114T - Clinical&Theoretical Foundatio
Credits:
7.00
Clinical and Theoretical Foundations of baccalaureate
nursing practice:
This course introduces the baccalaureate nursing student
to the universal requisites, scientific principles, and
nursing skills necessary to meet the needs of all
individuals within a multicultural society. This course
privides the foundation for professional nursing practice.
Emphasis is placed on wellness, physiological,
psychological, social, cultural, and spirtual factors which
contribute to the well-being of the individual. Multiple
theories, including Orem, Watson, Diekelmann, Maslow,
and Erickson are introduced throughout the course as a
framework for presentation of the essential components of
generalist baccalaureate nursing practice. The concepts of
nursing process and clinical decision making are explored.
Communication is emphasized as an essential aspect of the
professional role with the professional nurse always being
aware of patient's rights and the issues of privacy.
Lecture:
2.00
College:
Health Sciences
Department:
Nursing
Co-requisites:
NUR 114H, NUR 114L
Pre-requisites:
BIO 170 Minimum Grade: D
and BIO 171 Minimum Grade: D
NUR 204 - Advanced Nursing Skills
Credits:
1.00
This Laboratory course builds upon the basic nursing skills
acquired by the student in the first two semesters. It
introduces selected advanced nursing skills and procedures,
that are necessary in today's complex health care
environment. Students are given the opportunity to learn,
practice and utilize these skills in the college laboratory
and in a variety of health care settings.
Lab:
2.00
College:
Health Sciences
Department:
Nursing
Co-requisites:
NUR 207
Pre-requisites:
( NUR 107 Minimum Grade: C
and BIO 170 Minimum Grade: C
and BIO 171 Minimum Grade: C )
or ( NUR 107R Minimum Grade: C
and BIO 170R Minimum Grade: C
and BIO 171R Minimum Grade: C )
NUR 207 - Nursing Theory & Practice 3
Credits:
.00 or 7.00
This course provides an introduction to basic concepts of
illness and hospitalization occurring in children and
adults. Study focuses on the major health problems facing
today's society. Care is provided for patients with acute,
chronic, or terminal illnesses. Guided learning experiences
are provided in general hospitals and community agencies.
Lecture:
4.00 Lab:
9.00
College:
Health Sciences
Department:
Nursing
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s):
Nursing
Must be enrolled in one of the following Campus(s):
Farmingdale (Eve)
Farmingdale
Co-requisites:
NUR 204, NUR 207H
Pre-requisites:
NUR 107 Minimum Grade: C+
and BIO 171 Minimum Grade: C+
NUR 207H - Nursing Theory/Pract 3 Clinic
Credits:
.00
Lab:
9.00
College:
Health Sciences
Department:
Nursing
Co-requisites:
NUR 207
NUR 208 - Nursing Theory & Practice 4
Credits:
.00 or 8.00
This course continues the study of the major health problems
occurring in children and adults. The nurses' role in
restoring children and adults to health and supporting them
and their families in acute, chronic and terminal illness is
examined. Increasingly complex clinical experiences are
provided to further integrate nursing theory and practice,
thus preparing the graduates for beginning level practice.
Lecture:
4.00 Lab:
12.00
College:
Health Sciences
Department:
Nursing
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s):
Nursing
Co-requisites:
NUR 208H
Pre-requisites:
NUR 207 Minimum Grade: C+
NUR 208H - Nur Theory-Practice 4 - Clinic
Credits:
.00
Lab:
12.00
College:
Health Sciences
Department:
Nursing
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s):
Nursing
Co-requisites:
NUR 208
NUR 211 - Clinical Pharmacology-Nursing
Credits:
3.00
This course presents an introduction to basic Pharmacology
and its application to patient care and patient education.
Fundamental principles of drug actions, untoward reactions,
clinical applications of specific drugs in each
classification and the role of the nurse in achieving the
desired outcomes of therapy are discussed.
Lecture:
3.00
College:
Health Sciences
Department:
Nursing
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s):
Nursing
Practical Nursing
Nursing
Pre-requisites:
( BIO 170 Minimum Grade: C
and BIO 171 Minimum Grade: C )
or ( BIO 170R Minimum Grade: C
and BIO 171R Minimum Grade: C )
NUR 212 - Concepts & Prac Nursing III
Credits:
7.00
This course begins the focused study of persons who are
experiencing deficits in health-related self-care needs.
The emphasis is assessment of and therapeutic interventions
for acute and chronic health problems. Included is the
impact of health deviation on universal basic needs and
developmental needs of patients/clients. Students are
provided opportunities to care for patients with moderate
to severe limitations in ability for self-care via guided
learning experiences in general hospitals and community
agencies.
Lecture:
4.00 Other:
9.00
College:
Health Sciences
Department:
Nursing
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s):
Nursing - Evening Program
Nursing
Co-requisites:
NUR 212H
Pre-requisites:
NUR 109 Minimum Grade: C+
NUR 212H - Nursing Theory/Prac 3Hospital
Credits:
.00
Other:
9.00
College:
Health Sciences
Department:
Nursing
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s):
Nursing - Evening Program
Nursing
Co-requisites:
NUR 212
NUR 214 - Concepts & Prac Nursing IV
Credits:
7.00
This course continues the primary study of persons who are
experiencing deficits in health-related self-care needs.
The emphasis is assessment of and therapeutic interventions
for acute and chronic health problems. Included is the
impact of health deviation on universal basic needs and
developmental needs of patients/clients. Students are
provided opportunities to care for patients with moderate
to severe limitations in ability for self-care via guided
learning experiences in general hospitals and community
agencies.
Lecture:
4.00 Other:
9.00
College:
Health Sciences
Department:
Nursing
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s):
Nursing - Evening Program
Nursing
Pre-requisites:
NUR 212 Minimum Grade: D
NUR 214H - Concepts & Prac Nursing(Hosp)
Credits:
.00
Other:
9.00
College:
Health Sciences
Department:
Nursing
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s):
Nursing - Evening Program
Nursing
Co-requisites:
NUR 214T
NUR 214T - Concepts & Prac Nursing Theory
Credits:
7.00
Lecture:
4.00
College:
Health Sciences
Department:
Nursing
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s):
Nursing - Evening Program
Nursing
Co-requisites:
NUR 214H
NUR 215 - Dev. Nurses' Ways of Knowing
Credits:
3.00
This course focuses on nurse's ways of knowing, particularly
theoretical ways of knowing, the development of nursing
intuition and the development of fundamental computer
skills as it related to the practice of nursing.
Opportunities to expand ways of knowing will be provided
through course content. Critical thinking skills in nursing
as a foundation for sound critical decision-making skills
will be highlighted in this course.
Lecture:
3.00
College:
Health Sciences
Department:
Nursing
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s):
Nursing
Pre-requisites:
NUR 111 Minimum Grade: C
NUR 216 - The Art of Nursing
Credits:
2.00
This course will introduce the student to the concept of
Nursing as an Art. Modern definitions of Nursing define it
as a science and an art that focuses on quality of life as
defined by persons and families. It is a discipline focused
on assisting individuals, families and communities in
attaining, re- attaining and maintaining optimum health and
functioning. The course will explore current theories on
caring and nursing as an art. The Art of Nursing and the
Science of Nursing will be compared and contrasted. The
specific attributes of each will be identified with an
attempt at illuminating the potential strengths and
limitations of each. A comparision of Florence Nightingales
Theory of Nursing and Orem's Self Care Deficit Theory will
be included.
Lecture:
2.00
College:
Health Sciences
Department:
Nursing
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s):
Nursing
Pre-requisites:
NUR 111 Minimum Grade: D
NUR 220 - Nursing Concepts I
Credits:
.00 or 4.00
Lecture:
6.00 Lab:
6.00
College:
Health Sciences
Department:
Nursing
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s):
Nursing for LPN's
NUR 225 - Transition into Nur Practice
Credits:
2.00
This course offers an opportunity for additonal clinical
experiences for the student in the final semester of the
nursing curriculum. The student will practice side by side
with a Registered Nurse in one of our affiliated agencies
for 90 hours. A clinical instructor will be available for
guidance and consultation. The goals of the course are to
provide the soon-to-graduate student opportunities to gain
confidence in his/her skills, to increase socialization into
the profession, and to improve his/her ability to function
as a nurse in the workplace.
Other:
6.00
College:
Health Sciences
Department:
Nursing
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s):
Nursing
Co-requisites:
NUR 214H, NUR 214T, NUR 225H
Pre-requisites:
NUR 212 Minimum Grade: C
NUR 225H - Transition into Nur Practice
Credits:
2.00
Other:
9.00
College:
Health Sciences
Department:
Nursing
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s):
Nursing
Co-requisites:
NUR 214H, NUR 214T
NUR 232 - Nursing Seminar
Credits:
2.00
This seminar explores the major concerns and issues involved
in current nursing practice. Relevant aspects of nursing
history are reviewed. Topics discussed include: The
distribution of nursing and other services required to meet
society's changing health needs, legal responsibilities and
ethical considerations inherent in nursing care, and an
exploration of the health care delivery system.
Lecture:
2.00
College:
Health Sciences
Department:
Nursing
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s):
Nursing
NUR 240 - Nursing Beyond Borders
Credits:
3.00
This three credit elective course will provide an overview
on a number of topics related to global health in today's
world. Topics will include essential concepts related to
providing compassionate care to clients from different
cultures, health care access from a global perspective,
prevention of disease and the maintenance of health.
Any 100 level clinical course in dental hygiene, nursing,
or medical laboratory technology or other related
health professions.
Lecture:
3.00
College:
Health Sciences
Department:
Nursing
NUR 301 - Care of Indv in Community
Credits:
4.00
This course focuses on the role of the nurse in the
community. Topics will include health-illness prevention,
epidemiology, environmental health issues, cultural
influences and levels of prevention. Community-based
needs of specific client populations will also be examined.
Clinical activities will be included in a variety of
settings.
Lecture:
2.00
College:
Health Sciences
Department:
Nursing
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s):
Nursing
Co-requisites:
NUR 301H
Pre-requisites:
NUR 215 Minimum Grade: D
and NUR 216 Minimum Grade: D
NUR 301H - Care of Individuals in Communi
Credits:
.00
Other:
6.00
College:
Health Sciences
Department:
Nursing
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s):
Nursing
Co-requisites:
NUR 301
NUR 302 - Pathophysiology
Credits:
3.00
In this course, the student will review the normal body
structure and function and study the physiologic deviations
that contribute to disease or that occur as a result of
disease. This course examines the compensatory
physiological processes that are the body's response to
those deviations or alterations. A focus on specific body
systems and how physiological changes produce the signs
and symptoms of common health problems throughout the
lifespan will be covered.
Lecture:
3.00
College:
Health Sciences
Department:
Nursing
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s):
Nursing
Pre-requisites:
NUR 114 Minimum Grade: C
or NUR 114T Minimum Grade: C
NUR 303 - Transculture Nursing
Credits:
3.00
This course focuses on strategies to prepare nursing
students to provide culturally sensitive and culturally
competent care to individuals, families and communities
across the lifespan. Emphasis will be placed on cultural
diversity, cultural beliefs, values and practices that
impact health promotion, disease intervention activities,
and teaching methodologies. This course will provide
students the opportunity to reflect on one's own and others
biases and prejudices about other cultures and ethnic
groups.
Lecture:
3.00
College:
Health Sciences
Department:
Nursing
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s):
Nursing
Nursing - Evening Program
Nursing
Pre-requisites:
NUR 108 Minimum Grade: C
NUR 304 - Care of Indiv across Lifespan
Credits:
6.00
The course continues to have the student apply universal
requisites, scientific principles, and nursing skills
necessary to meet the needs common to all patients within
a multicultural society. The nursing theory ultiized is
Orem's Self Care Deficit Theory. Maslow's basic human
needs, Erickson's psychological stages of development,
principles of communication, and the development of the role
of the nurse are stressed throughout the course.
Opportunities for application of these nursing principles
and nursing skills are provided in the care of
maternalnewborn, child health, and the health of middle and
older adults in the college laboratories and in various
health care and community settings.
Lecture:
3.00 Other:
9.00
College:
Health Sciences
Department:
Nursing
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s):
Nursing
Co-requisites:
NUR 304H
Pre-requisites:
NUR 114 Minimum Grade: C+
or NUR 114T Minimum Grade: C+
NUR 304H - Care of Individual (Clinic)
Credits:
.00
Other:
9.00
College:
Health Sciences
Department:
Nursing
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s):
Nursing
Co-requisites:
NUR 304
NUR 305 - Health Promotion & Patient Edu
Credits:
3.00
This course combines the critical review of health promotion
strategies and the framework for designing successful
patient teaching tools. Students will be introduced to the
major concepts of health promotion and the issues that
impact upon health and wellness. In order to better
understand the global impact of health upon our society,
students will research various agencies that support health
promotion and review their health care agendas. The
second component of the course will be an introduction to
the role of the nurse as an educator and the identification
of barriers to learning will be explored. Methods to develop
effective evidenced based teaching plans will also be
covered.
Lecture:
3.00
College:
Health Sciences
Department:
Nursing
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s):
Nursing
Pre-requisites:
NUR 304 Minimum Grade: C
NUR 306 - Care of Indvls Chronic Health
Credits:
6.00
Advances in science and technology have dramatically
increased life expectancy and the number of clients living
with chronic disease. This course will focus on the
experiences of those individuals living with chronic health
challenges and how these challenges affect their daily lives
The course will examine essential concepts and issues
related to chronic health challenges from different view-
points; including that of the client, family, community
groups, the health care provider and the health care
system. Common reoccurring chronic health deviations
will be presented within the context of quality of life,
uncertainty, hope, care-giving, and spirituality.
Opportunities in clinical practice will be provided in a
variety of environments including acute care, long term and
community based agencies.
Lecture:
3.00 Other:
9.00
College:
Health Sciences
Department:
Nursing
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s):
Nursing
Pre-requisites:
NUR 304 Minimum Grade: C
NUR 306H - Care Indvls Chronic Health H
Credits:
.00
Lab:
9.00
College:
Health Sciences
Department:
Nursing
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s):
Nursing
NUR 401 - Modes Inquiry in Nursing
Credits:
3.00
This course introduces the student to a comprehensive
overview of the nursing research process. Research methods,
including qualitative and quantitative approaches, will be
examined. Knowledge and skills essential for understanding,
interpreting, analyzing, and applying nursing research to
clinical practice will be stressed.
Lecture:
3.00
College:
Health Sciences
Department:
Nursing
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s):
Nursing
Co-requisites:
MTH 110
Pre-requisites:
NUR 301 Minimum Grade: C
or NUR 302 Minimum Grade: C
or NUR 304 Minimum Grade: C
or NUR 305 Minimum Grade: C
NUR 403 - Care of Indv Exp Acute Health
Credits:
6.00
Advances in science and technology have dramatically
increased life expectancy. Although a great emphasis has
been placed on health promotion and maintenance, individuals
are still faced with the possibility of sudden and acute
health challenges. These challenges may at times even
become life threateing. This course will focus on the
experiences of those individulas faced with acute health
challenges and how these challenges affect them and their
families' daily lives. The course will examine essential
concepts and issues related to acute health challenges from
different viewpoints; including that of the client, the
family, community groups, the health care provider and the
health care system. Common reoccurring acute health
challenges will be presented within the context of quality
of life, fear, powerlessness, uncertainty, hope, care-giving
and spirituality. Opportunities in clinical practice will be
provided in a variety of environments including acute care,
critical care, and community based agencies.
Lecture:
3.00
College:
Health Sciences
Department:
Nursing
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s):
Nursing
Co-requisites:
NUR 403H
Pre-requisites:
NUR 304 Minimum Grade: C+
NUR 403H - Care of Indiv Exp Acute Clinic
Credits:
.00
Advances in science and technology have dramatically
increased life expectancy. Although a great emphasis has
been placed on health promotion and maintenance,
individuals are still faced with the possibility of sudden
and acute health challenges. These challenges
challenges may at times even become life
threathening. This course will focus on the
experiences of those individuals faced with acute
health challenges and how these challenges affect
them and their families' daily lives. The course will
examine essential concepts and issues related to acute
health challenges from different viewpoints; including
that of the client, the family, community groups, the
health care provider and the health care system. Common
reoccurring acute health challenges will be presented within
the context of quality of life, fear, powerlessness,
uncertainty, hope, care-giving and spirituality.
Opportunities in clinical practice will be provided in
a variety of environments including acute care, critical
care and community based agencies.
Other:
9.00
College:
Health Sciences
Department:
Nursing
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s):
Nursing
Co-requisites:
NUR 403
Pre-requisites:
NUR 304 Minimum Grade: C
NUR 404 - Nurse as Advocate&Change Agent
Credits:
3.00
This course will enable students to synthesize new
knowledge and develop a personal perspective on their
future professional career in nursing. The current health
care environment demands a nursing workforce that is
theoretically sound, clincally adept, and politically aware.
Topics to be discussed and explored include patient
advocacy, political awareness and influence, power
and oppression, institutional policy/personal goals, risk
management, utilization and audit, and quality assurance.
Additional topics may be added in response to new or
emerging trends in nursing and health care.
or emerging trends in nursing and health care.
Lecture:
3.00
College:
Health Sciences
Department:
Nursing
Pre-requisites:
NUR 403 Minimum Grade: C
NUR 405 - Nursing Prac: Special Topics
Credits:
8.00
This course will allow the senior nursing student, under
direct supervision of an experienced clinician, to integrate
and apply knowledge from all previous courses to assess,
plan, implement and evaluate care of multiple patients in an
area of special interest. Additional opportunitites in
clinical practice as well as the identification of a
healthcare management problem will be the core content of
this course. The student will be required to work his/her
preceptor's schedule.
Other:
24.00
College:
Health Sciences
Department:
Nursing
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s):
Nursing
Co-requisites:
Pre-requisites:
NUR 404 Minimum Grade: C