2111. Microbiology (4 s.h.) F S SS. $.

(Formerly: NURSING 0110.)

Introduction to the organisms that cause infectious disease, the mechanisms involved in disease production, and methods for prevention and control. Physical and chemical procedures for sterilization and disinfection as well as specific and nonspecific body defenses against disease.

3111. Nutrition (3 s.h.) F SS.

(Formerly: NURSING 0111.)

Principles of nutrition: the effects of diet on the health status of individual and community systems. Fundamental concepts of nutrition, i.e., nutrients, function, food sources, needs, and metabolic processes.

3141. Nursing Care of Adult Client Systems (4 s.h.) F.

(Formerly: NURSING 0141.)

Prerequisite: All Preprofessional Courses.

In this course students will develop an understanding of systems theory as it is applied to client systems, nursing practice and the delivery of healthcare. Theories from biological and behavioral sciences provide a foundation for examining dimensions of client systems in their cultural context. This course focuses on care of the client system in the acute care, home care and the community settings. There is an emphasis on health promotion, risk reduction, and disease prevention. Specific alterations in health as exemplars will be selected for classroom discussions of disease management.

Note: This course is for majors only.

3142. Introduction to Nursing Systems (3 s.h.) F.

(Formerly: NURSING 0145.)

Prerequisite: All Preprofessional Courses.

This course provides the foundation for all nursing courses. This course is usually taken concurrently with Nursing Care of the Adult Patient and Nursing Practicum I. Emphasis is placed on the use of scientific principles, general systems theory and the attainment of associated skills in the learning resource center laboratory and classroom. Students will develop skills in the application of the nursing process to the care of individual systems.

Note: This course is for majors only

3143. Health Assessment for Registered Nurses (3 s.h.) F SS. $.

(Formerly: NURSING 0112.)

An introduction to health assessment with emphasis on the range of normal findings in the individual system. Theory and practice: the development of skills in obtaining a health history, physical assessment, and a systematic method of recording data. Laboratory included.

Note: This course is for RN-BSN majors only.

3144. Health Assessment of Client Systems (3 s.h.) F.

(Formerly: NURSING 0149.)

Prerequisite: All Preprofessional Courses.

An introductory course to health assessment is presented with emphasis on understanding the range of normal and common abnormal findings. The focus is on individuals across the lifespan including newborn, pediatric, adult and geriatric populations. Theory and practice focus on effective interviewing for the health history, health assessment techniques and systematic method of recording data. Defining characteristics of nursing diagnoses are identified. Principles of therapeutic communication and critical thinking are emphasized.

Note: This course is for majors only

3187. Practicum I: Care of the Adult Client Systems (2 s.h.) F.

(Formerly: NURSING 0147.)

Prerequisite: All Preprofessional Courses.

Students in this course use the skills and knowledge obtained in Fundamentals of Nursing Course and Nursing Care of the Adult Client Systems course. Students apply theory from biological, behavioral and social sciences, nursing courses and laboratory experiences in clinical situations. Students in this course provide care to patients in acute care and home care environments weekly throughout the semester. Case studies and discussions during pre-conferences, post-conferences, and reflective journaling aid in the development of critical thinking skills.

Note: This course is for majors only

3244. Care of the Developing Family System (4 s.h.) S.

(Formerly: NURSING 0243.)

Prerequisite: Nursing 3141 (0141), 3142 (0145), 3187 (0147), 3144 (0149) and 3261 (0261).

This course provides an introduction to the care of the developing family system. Its focus is the promotion, maintenance and restoration of health for developing families and their members. Care of individuals and families will be addressed from the family and community perspective.

Note: This course is for majors only.

3246. Professional Issues in Nursing for Registered Nurses (3 s.h.) S.

(Formerly: NURSING 0291.)

Prerequisite: All required junior level nursing courses.

The historical development of nursing as a framework for understanding the issues within the profession today. Major issues from social, economic, and political perspectives. The role of the professional organization as a vehicle for collective action.

Note: This course is for RN-BSN majors only.

3249. Ethics and Health Care (3 s.h.)

(Formerly: NURSING 0294.)

This course explores the role of the health care professional in enabling patient or client systems to achieve optimal health through critical thinking and collaborative problem solving that leads to participation in health care decisions, behavior change and the attainment of self-direction. Applications of concepts of bioethics are utilized in an interdisciplinary approach for health promotion and restoration. Theories and principles of bioethics are analyzed as a basis for analyzing ethical dilemmas and problem solving. A variety of classroom activities is used to enhance student learning. Evaluation is done with student participation, presentations, case simulations, written assignments and examinations.

3261. Pathophysiology and Applied Pharmacology for Nursing I (3 s.h.) F.

(Formerly: NURSING 0261.)

Prerequisite: All Preprofessional Courses.

The first of two courses designed to examine alterations in the functioning of human subsystems and relevant pharmacological treatments. The main purpose of this course is to augment the student’s knowledge of scientific principles for nursing care. Basic concepts related to genetics and cellular function will be emphasized. Physiologic and pathophysiologic mechanisms and major categories of drugs used in clinical practice will be discussed for the following body systems: immune, neurologic, endocrine and cardiovascular.

3262. Pathophysiology and Applied Pharmacology for Nursing II (3 s.h.) S.

(Formerly: NURSING 0262.)

Prerequisite: All Preprofessional Courses.

The second of two courses designed to examine alterations in the functioning of human subsystems and relevant pharmacological treatments. The main purpose of this course is to augment the student’s knowledge of scientific principles for nursing care. Physiologic and pathophysiologic mechanisms and major categories of drugs used in clinical practice will be discussed for the following body systems: hematologic, renal, reproductive, gastrointestinal, musculoskeletal and integumentary.

3287. Nursing Care of Childbearing Family System: Practicum IIA (2 s.h.) S.

(Formerly: NURSING 0244.)

Prerequisite: Nursing 3141 (0141), 3142 (0145), 3187 (0147), 3144 (0149) and 3261 (0261).

Learning experiences are provided over the semester as one rotation of 12 hours per week for six weeks. The practicum experience is designed to provide opportunities for the student to care for individuals, families and community aggregates during the childbearing experience. Knowledge of human development, health assessment skills, principles of nutrition, theories of teaching and learning and cultural awareness are applied in developing a comprehensive approach to the use of the nursing process. Clinical experiences in a variety of settings are planned. Sites for clinical experiences include acute care settings as well as out-patient clinics, visits to clients’ homes and a variety of settings for childbirth education. Collaboration with other members of the healthcare team and families is stressed.

Note: This course is for majors only.

3297. Research Methods (3 s.h.) F SS. RCI: WI.

(Formerly: NURSING W250.)

Prerequisite: SOC 1167 (C067) or SOC 3201 (C201).

Introduction to nursing research. Methods of the research process and research reports. Ethical considerations for the protection of human subjects. The nurse as a consumer of research is emphasized.

Note: Special sections are available at other locations for RNs only.

3387. Nursing Care of the Child-rearing Family System: Practicum IIB (2 s.h.) S.

(Formerly: NURSING 0245.)

Prerequisite: Nursing 3141 (0141), 3142 (0145), 3187 (0147), 3144 (0149) and 3261 (0261).

Learning experiences are provided over the semester as one rotation of 12 hours per week for six weeks. The practicum experience is designed to provide opportunities for the student to care for individuals, families and community aggregates during the child-rearing years. Knowledge of human development, growth, health assessment skills, principles of nutrition, theories of teaching and learning, family processes theory and cultural awareness are applied in developing a comprehensive approach to the use of the nursing process. Clinical experiences in a variety of settings are planned. Sites for clinical include acute care settings as well as out-patient clinics, children’s rehabilitation facilities, home visits and a variety of settings for community outreach and education. Collaboration with other members of the healthcare team and families is stressed.

Note: This course is for majors only.

3487. Perioperative Nursing System (4 s.h.)

(Formerly: NURSING 0297.)

The students learn the concepts and processes of health care delivery in the perioperative environment. The students are introduced to the role of the perioperative nurse and the phase I & II post-anesthesia departments. Using the nursing process as a basis for practice, the course includes both theory and preceptor model of practice to engage in nursing activities designed to meet the client family needs in the perioperative milieu.

3796. Teaching Strategies (3 s.h.) F SS. RCI: WI.

(Formerly: NURSING W130.)

Theory and practice in teaching strategies for health promotion. Theories of learning as basis for selection of teaching methods. Class plans developed and evaluated through micro-teaching experiences using videotapes.

Note: Special sections available through online learning for RN-BSN students. Open to non-majors.

4141. Care of Chronically Ill Client System (4 s.h.) F.

(Formerly: NURSING 0365.)

Prerequisite: All Junior Level Courses.

This course provides an introduction to the care of the client system with problems of chronic illness. The focus will be on community system responses to chronic health alteration with emphasis on the aged and mental health/illness of client systems. Biophysical concepts, theories of aging, mental health and mental illness, and prototypes of chronic illness will be explored.

Note: This course is for majors only.

4142. Health Care of Diverse Client Systems (3 s.h.) F.

(Formerly: NURSING 0362.)

This course provides the student with a background and historical perspective to recognize the effects of race and racism on health, health planning, and access to healthcare system. This course provides the opportunity to apply theories, concepts and methodologies from cross-cultural healthcare and anthropology to care of diverse client systems.

4143. Cultural Diversity in Health Care (3 s.h.) F S SS. RCI: RS.

(Formerly: NURSING R298.)

Cultural concepts, racial misconceptions, health beliefs, values, mores, and religious practices will be examined in relationship to health and health care. Exploration of cultural concepts and diversity within ethnic groups will prepare the student to practice and/or plan healthcare in a multicultural, multiracial society. Guest lectures, field trips, and special projects will further enhance learning.

Note: This course can be used to satisfy the university Core Studies in Race (RS) requirement. Although it may be usable towards graduation as a major requirement or university elective, it cannot be used to satisfy any of the university GenEd requirements. See your advisor for further information. Mode: On-line sections available.

4187. Care of Client Systems with Chronic Health Alteration: Mental Health Clinical Practicum (2 s.h.) F.

(Formerly: NURSING 0366.)

Prerequisite: All Junior Level Courses.

This course provides an opportunity for the student to apply knowledge from science and the humanities to care of the client system with chronic mental health alterations. Clinical experiences will take place in both hospital and community settings. Opportunities will be provided for students to apply theory and principles of practice, plan interventions, and refine critical thinking and therapeutic communication.

Note: This course is for majors only

4197. Epidemiology in Nursing Systems (3 s.h.) F. RCI: WI.

(Formerly: NURSING W242.)

Prerequisite: Nursing 3297 (W250), SOC 1167 (C067) or SOC 3201 (C201).

This course provides students with the opportunity to understand, integrate and evaluate the principles of epidemiology. The course is designed for undergraduate nursing students. Historical and current epidemiological data are used to illustrate epidemiology in practice with emphasis on prevention and control of the spread of disease. The goal is to provide the student with new ways of thinking about health and disease.

Note: This course is for majors only.

4243. Nursing Management of Client Systems in Crisis (4 s.h.) S.

(Formerly: NURSING 0395.)

Prerequisite: Nursing 4197 (W242), 4141 (0365), 4187 (0366), 4287 (0367) and 4142 (0362).

This course provides students with the opportunity to actively learn how to manage clients systems during a crisis. Students build on learning from prior courses to determine the best approach to manage individuals, families, and community systems experiencing a crisis. Using case studies, the students will work as groups to analyze crisis situations. The student groups will develop a plan of care based on the context in which the crisis occurs, the nature of the crises, the characteristics of the client systems, and the resources available to manage and prevent further crises of the same nature.

Note: This course is for majors only

4244. Professional Issues (2 s.h.) S.

(Formerly: NURSING 0392.)

Prerequisite: Nursing 4197 (W242), 4141 (0365), 4187 (0366), 4287 (0367) and 4142 (0362).

This course focuses on the major issues facing the nursing profession. The issues are examined from historical, political, social and economic perspectives. Professional accountability and socialization into the profession are addressed.

Note: This course is for majors only.

4245. Nursing Synthesis (1 s.h.) S.

(Formerly: NURSING 0399.)

Prerequisite: Nursing 4141 (0365), 4187 (0366), 4197 (W242), 4287 (0367) and 4142 (0362).

This course provides a forum for students to further develop their critical thinking skills through the use of group analysis and synthesis of real and contrived patient case studies. Emphasis is placed on how to read and analyze information, and prepare for the NCLEX-RN Licensing exam.

Note: This course is for majors only.

4287. Care of Client Systems with Chronic Health Alteration: Geriatric Clinical Practicum (2 s.h.) F.

(Formerly: NURSING 0367.)

Prerequisite: All Junior Level Courses.

This course provides an opportunity for the student to apply knowledge from science and the humanities to care of the geriatric client system with chronic health alterations. Clinical experiences will take place in primary, secondary and tertiary settings. Opportunities will be provided for students to apply theory and principles of practice, plan interventions, and refine critical thinking and therapeutic communication.

Note: This course is for majors only.

4297. Nursing Leadership (3 s.h.) F S. RCI: WI.

(Formerly: NURSING W394.)

Prerequisite: Nursing 4141 (0365), 4187 (0366), 4197 (W242), 4142 (0362) and 4287 (0367).

This writing intensive, capstone course serves as an introduction to theories of leadership and management. Its focus is on leadership as an essential component of the professional nurse’s role. In addition, managerial issues related to healthcare delivery systems are discussed.

Note: This course is for majors only

4387. Care of Client Systems in Crisis: Advanced Medical Surgical Practicum (2 s.h.) S.

(Formerly: NURSING 0396.)

Prerequisite: Nursing 4142 (0362), 4141 (0365), 4187 (0366), 4197 (W242), 4287 (0367).

In this course the students are assigned to provide direct care to clients in an acute care setting under the direction and close supervision of a clinical instructor. During that time students have the opportunity to apply scientific principles and the nursing process in a comprehensive manner to the care of individuals, families and community systems with complex needs. They have the opportunity to practice advanced technical skills and to improve oral and written communication skills.

Note: This course is for majors only

4487. Care of Client Systems in Crisis: Mentorship Practicum (2 s.h.) S.

(Formerly: NURSING 0397.)

Prerequisite: Nursing 4142 (0362), 4141 (0365), 4187 (0366), 4197 (W242), 4287 (0367) and 4387 (0396).

In this course students are assigned to a staff nurse in a mentorship or preceptorship relationship. A clinical faculty member is available at the site to the student and mentor in a consultant role. The student continues to gain experience in providing care to groups of patients and to apply principles of leadership and management. Students assume an active role in their own learning and critically evaluate care, the environment and self-growth. This experience provides students with the opportunity to assume leadership roles within the clinical environment and prepares the student for the transition from student to professional nurse.

Note: (1) This course is for majors only. (2) Students who fail senior level Nursing 4387: Advanced Medical Surgical Practicum may not progress to Nursing 4487: Mentorship Practicum.

4777. Epidemiology for Registered Nurses (3 s.h.) F S.

(Formerly: NURSING 0287.)

Prerequisite: All Preprofessional Courses; All Junior Level courses.

This course focuses on epidemiology and its relationship to the nursing process. It presents essential epidemiological concepts and principles in the context of selected epidemiological studies. The nurse’s role in the prevention and control of diseases across the lifespan is emphasized.

Note: This course is for RN-BSN majors only.

4787. Community Health (3 s.h.) F S.

(Formerly: NURSING 0288.)

Prerequisite: All Preprofessional Courses; All Junior Level Courses.

In this course, students explore the concept of health from both a population and a social justice perspective. Its focus is the application of all levels of prevention in promoting the health of populations. Nursing’s role in influencing public policy is emphasized. Practicum experiences focus on examining the roles of community health nurses, identifying and planning for meeting the needs of selected communities and exploring community resources.

Note: This course is for RN-BSN majors only.

4877. Professional Seminar (3 s.h.) S.

(Formerly: NURSING 0300.)

Prerequisite: All Preprofessional Courses; All Junior Level Courses.

This course examines the concepts of stress, coping and crisis intervention. Related contemporary topics will be addressed from an evidence-based approach. Complimentary healthcare practices are explored as a method of coping.

Note: An advanced course and should be taken as the final course in the sequence. Mode: Seminar.

4882. Independent Study in Nursing (1 to 6 s.h.) F S SS.

(Formerly: NURSING 0290.)

Prerequisite: Permission of instructor and department chair. Open to nursing majors only.

Individual study of a theoretical or clinical nursing problem or topic. Student-initiated focus under the guidance of appropriate faculty.

4896. Leadership (3 s.h.) F S. RCI: WI.

(Formerly: NURSING W289.)

Prerequisite: All Preprofessional Courses; All Junior Level Courses.

This writing intensive course is designed to help the RN student further develop the professional nursing role. Leadership is the focus of this course. The student designs and manages the practicum learning experience. Attention is given to the development of leadership in the professional nurse’s role.

Note: An advanced course and should be taken as the final course in the sequence. This course is for RN-BSN majors only.
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