Catalog 2011 - 2012

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NUR 201 Foundations of Nursing

For basic students only. This course introduces students to the foundations of professional nursing practice. Topics include historical, philosophical and theoretical perspectives in nursing. In addition, the concepts of caring, communication, critical thinking and cultural competence are introduced. Emphasis is placed upon self-care, the nursing process, nursing theory, and legal and ethical aspects of nursing.

Credit Hours: 4

Prerequisites

Acceptance to the nursing program.

NUR 210 Intro to Pathophysiology

For basic students only. This course provides students with a basic understanding of pathophysiology from a structural and functional organizational framework. It builds upon the student's knowledge in the sciences, and explores how alterations in structure and function disrupt the body as a whole. Physiological changes across the lifespan are examined. Students utilize critical thinking to analyze selected diseases for symptomatology, pathophysiology and implications for health care intervention.

Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisites

Prerequisite or corequisite: NUR 201.

NUR 213 Professional Skills in Nursing and 213L

For basic students only. (NUR 213 and 213L must be taken concurrently). Laboratory and clinical experiences give students the opportunity to learn and apply the cognitive knowledge and technical skills necessary to provide effective patient care to diverse populations. Experiences include on-campus activities and supervised clinical learning opportunities in a variety of health care settings.

Credit Hours: 4

Corequisites

NUR 201.

NUR 218 Health Assessment and 218L

For basic students only. (NUR 218 and 218L must be taken concurrently.) This course provides the basic nursing student with knowledge and skills to obtain and record a health history and physical examination. Assessing the level of health and wellness of clients throughout the lifespan also is included. The course provides both a didactic and laboratory experience.

Credit Hours: 4

Prerequisites

BIO 183.

Corequisites

NUR 210.