This didactic course prepares students to analyze system disorders that occur and differentiate between the various states of health and illness. By relating quality measures and intended health outcomes to holistic evidence-based nursing interventions, students will develop clinical judgment skills that promote trust and establish the foundations for compassionate care. Social determinants of health will be identified and interpreted to alleviate inequity in health care. Prerequisites: 201, 222, 242, 349, BIOL 296, WCII course. Must take concurrent with NURS 337.
This clinical course advances the students nursing skills and provides experiences and opportunities to engage in actions that promote holistic person-centered care in a variety of healthcare settings utilizing clinical judgment skills. Emphasis will be on interpreting baseline health information, correlating health conditions with individual preferences, analyzing assessment findings, and planning evidence-based interventions to achieve intended health outcomes.
Expand on foundational nursing knowledge, attitudes, and skills to the integrate and apply evolving disciplinary knowledge and ways of knowing with a foundation in liberal arts. A central component includes the interpersonal and interprofessional communication skills needed to be effective in providing high-quality, individualized holistic nursing care. Concepts of information literacy are developed to critically analyze levels of evidence in scholarly literature to make informed decisions for quality and safe care based on best practice. Prerequisite: ENGL 103. IL.
This course introduces the concepts of diseases and illnesses in a persons biological system. It utilizes a holistic focus regarding the disease process, associated physiologic responses and manifestations, and diagnostic testing of selected health alterations. Clinical judgement is used in the application of the nursing process. Prerequisites: BIOL 114, CHEM 106 or 121, BIOL 296 (or concurrent), admission to professional nursing sequence.
This course covers the general principles of absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion of drug therapy. Clinical judgement incorporates a holistic approach utilizing the nursing process as it relates to biochemical, physiological, and psychosocial effects related to a variety of disorders and disease processes across the lifespan. Prerequisites: 201, 222, 342; CHEM 106 or 121, BIOL 296, admission to professional nursing sequence.
This course introduces the student to the profession of nursing in society. Emphasis will be on the role and function of the professional nurse which includes self-care practices. Concepts of ethics, clinical judgement, nursing process, nursing care plans, and health promotion with a focus on the holistic nature of nursing stemming from Florence Nightingale and other nurse theorists will be explored. The course will also prepare students to write professionally, establish skills for nursing research and integrate reflection into their practice.
This course provides knowledge of the older adult and relates nursing skills. It introduces age related changes, their impact on the functional health patterns and issues concerning the older adult population. Clinical experience takes place in a variety of settings and in the community with older adults. Prerequisites: 230, 290, 342, BIOL 296, complete immunization and health record on file in the university health services office, C.N.A. certification; CPR certification, caregiver background check, admission to professional nursing sequence.
The course introduces health promotion and diseaseprevention strategieswhile incorporating person-centered carethat promotes health and health equityfordiversepopulations across the lifespan.Students gain knowledge of physical assessment skills necessary to complete a culturally competent health history and physical examination using holistic principles considering physical, psychosocial, spiritual, and cultural concerns.
The course emphasizes the importance of supporting healthy active aging of diverse individuals across the continuum of healthcare settings. Attention is given to acute and chronic conditions and interdisciplinary collaboration that promotes engagement, participation, equity, dignity, and self-determination. Students will differentiate between various states of wellness and illness considering the uniqueness and diverse backgrounds of aging individuals. Prerequisites: 201, 222, 342, BIOL 296. Must take concurrent with 232.
This direct care clinical course uses caring communication to explore patient life histories and experiences which are integral to relationship-based care of aging individuals. By immersing themselves in different settings across the continuum of care for older adults, students will utilize the nursing process to develop holistic nursing interventions to promote trust and establish a plan that considers principles of equity and diversity.