General Catalog 2007-2008

Programs and Courses

Nursing

• General Information
• Practical Nursing Certificate
• Nursing - Associate in Applied Science (AAS)
• Associate in Transfer Partnership Degree - Nursing (B.S.)
• Continuing Education Classes
• Course Descriptions

General Information

For Information: Denise Digianfilippo
Phone: 623.845.3219

Nursing: Maricopa Community College District Nursing Program (MCCDNP)

Advisor list and Information & Application packets are available at: www.gc.maricopa.edu/nursing

See here for complete information on MCCCD Health Care Integrated Educational System.

Degree/Certificate:

Certificate of Completion in Nurse Assisting
Certificate of Completion in Practical Nursing
Associate in Applied Science Degree in Nursing

Practical Nursing Certificate / 52-54 credits

Description: The Practical Nursing Certificate of Completion (CCL) Program is available at nine of the Maricopa Community Colleges. Clinical experiences are provided in a variety of healthcare settings. The Practical Nursing Program provides eligibility for students to apply for the national exam for the practical and the registered nurse license. Licensing requirements are the exclusive responsibility of the Arizona State Board of Nursing.

The Practical Nursing Certificate of Completion (CCL) Program is approved by the Arizona State Board of Nursing and accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC), 61 Broadway 33rd Floor, New York, New York 10006, 212.363.5555, ext 153.

Program offerings:
This program is offered at the following sites:

• Chandler Gilbert Community College
• Estrella Mountain Community College
• GateWay Community College
• Glendale Community College
• Mesa Community College
• Mesa Community College/Boswell
• Paradise Valley Community College
• Phoenix College
• Rio Salado College
• Scottsdale Community College

Waiver of Licensure/Certification Guarantee:
Admission or graduation from the Nursing Program does not guarantee obtaining a license to practice nursing. Licensure requirements and the subsequent procedures are the exclusive right and responsibility of the State Board of Nursing. Students must satisfy the requirements of the Nurse Practice Act: Statutes, Rules and Regulations, independently of any college or school requirements for graduation.

Pursuant to A.R.S. § 32-1606(B)(17), an applicant for professional or practical nurse license by examination is not eligible for licensure if the applicant has any felony convictions and has not received an absolute discharge from the sentences for all felony convictions. The absolute discharge must be received five or more years before submitting this application. If you cannot prove that the absolute discharge date is five or more years, the Board cannot process your application.

All nurse and nursing assistant applicants for certification and licensure will be fingerprinted to permit the Department of Public Safety to obtain state and federal criminal history information. If there is any question about eligibility for licensure or certification, contact the nursing education consultant at the Arizona State Board of Nursing (602-889-5150).

Health Declaration:
It is essential that Nursing students be able to perform a number of physical activities in the clinical portion of the program. At a minimum, students will be required to lift patients, stand for several hours at a time and perform bending activities. The clinical nursing experience also places students under considerable mental and emotional stress as they undertake responsibilities and duties impacting patients’ lives. Students must be able to demonstrate rational and appropriate behavior under stressful conditions. Individuals should give careful consideration to the mental and physical demands of the program prior to making application.

Health & Safety Requirements for the Nursing Program:
1.         Students must submit a Health and Safety Documentation Checklist verifying completion of all requirements and maintain current status throughout the program.
2.         Students must submit the Health Declaration Form signed by a licensed health care provider.
3.         Students must test negative on a timed urine drug screen.

Grade Requirements:
Students must obtain a “C” grade or better or pass in “P/Z” graded courses in all courses in program.

Course Fee Information:
Please see class schedule for information regarding course fees.

University Transfer Students: For students planning a University Program
Students who are planning to earn the Bachelor of Science in Nursing may obtain their prerequisite courses at the Maricopa Community Colleges. For information on courses that meet requirements for admission into a baccalaureate program, please contact a program advisor.

PRACTICAL NURSE PATHWAY
Following completion of the practical nurse level program of study, the student is eligible to apply for licensure as a practical nurse. Licensed Practical Nurses (L.P.N.) are employed in acute, long-term, and community-based health care agencies under the direction of a registered nurse. Practical Nurses function within their legal scope of practice and use professional standards of care in illness care and health promotion activities for clients and families across the life span.

The Nursing Program is approved by the Arizona State Board of Nursing and accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC), 61 Broadway 33rd Floor, New York, New York 10006, 212.363.5555, ext 153.

Students must earn a grade of "C" or better for all courses within the Program.
(+) indicates course prerequisites.

Admission Requirements:

High School diploma or GED,
Formal application and admission to the program is required. A passing score on a nursing program admission test is required to complete an application.

Applicants for Advanced Placement must receive a passing score on a practical nursing content exam for placement into Block 3. The final decision rests with the Nursing Program Chair at the College to which the student is accepted.

The Nursing Program Chair reserves the right to deny acceptance of an admission application if the applicant was dismissed for issues relating to academic integrity, unsafe patient care, and/or two (2) or more failures from any nursing program.

All applicants holding or receiving a certificate as a Nursing Assisting and/or license as a Practical Nurse must remain in good standing with the Board of Nursing. Once enrolled, students receiving any disciplinary actions against their certificate or license must notify the Nursing Program Chair within five (5) school days. The Nursing Program Chair reserves the right to restrict the student’s participation in clinical experiences and involvement in patient care until the certificate and/or license is valid and unrestricted.

All students must submit a copy of a fingerprint clearance card with their application for the Nursing Program.

Program Prerequisites: 29-31 credits

The credit hour range is subject to change depending on the student’s educational experience.

+ + + + + + + + + + +

BIO156 BIO181 BIO201 BIO202 BIO205 CHM130 CHM130LL CRE101 ENG101 ENG107 MAT120 MAT121 MAT122

Introductory Biology for Allied Health (4) or General Biology (Majors) I (4) or One year of high school biology Human Anatomy and Physiology I Human Anatomy and Physiology II Microbiology Fundamental Chemistry (3) and Fundamental Chemistry Laboratory (1) or One year of high school chemistry Critical and Evaluative Reading I (3) or Equivalent by assessment First-Year Composition (3) or First-Year Composition for ESL (3) Intermediate Algebra (5) or Intermediate Algebra (4) or Intermediate Algebra (3) or Higher Level Math Course

4 credits 4 4 4 4 3 3 3-5

Required Courses: 23 credits

+ + + + + + +

NUR111 NUR117 NUR118 NUR121 NUR127 NUR128 PSY101 PSY240

Nursing Process and Critical Thinking I Pharmacology and Medication Administration I Nursing Science I Nursing Process and Critical Thinking II Pharmacology and Medication Administration II Nursing Science II Introduction to Psychology (3) or Develomental Psychology (3)

4 credits 2 4 4 2 4 3

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Nursing Associate in Applied Science (AAS) / 64-77 credits

Description: The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) Nursing Program is available at nine of the Maricopa Community Colleges. Clinical experiences are provided in a variety of healthcare settings. The Nursing Program provides eligibility for students to apply for the national exam for the registered nurse license. Licensing requirements are the exclusive responsibility of the State Board of Nursing.

The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) Nursing Program is approved by the Arizona State Board of Nursing and accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC), 61 Broadway 33rd Floor, New York, New York 10006, 212.363.5555, ext 153.

Program offerings:
This program is offered at the following sites:

• Chandler Gilbert Community College
• Estrella Mountain Community College
• GateWay Community College
• Glendale Community College
• Mesa Community College
• Mesa Community College/Boswell
• Paradise Valley Community College
• Phoenix College
• Rio Salado College
• Scottsdale Community College

Waiver of Licensure/Certification Guarantee:
Admission or graduation from the Nursing Program does not guarantee obtaining a license to practice nursing. Licensure requirements and the subsequent procedures are the exclusive right and responsibility of the Arizona State Board of Nursing. Students must satisfy the requirements of the Nurse Practice Act: Statutes, Rules and Regulations, independently of any college or school requirements for graduation.

Pursuant to A.R.S. § 32-1606(B)(17), an applicant for professional or practical nurse license by examination is not eligible for licensure if the applicant has any felony convictions and has not received an absolute discharge from the sentences for all felony convictions. The absolute discharge must be received five or more years before submitting this application. If you cannot prove that the absolute discharge date is five or more years, the Board cannot process your application.

All nursing applicants for licensure will be fingerprinted to permit the Department of Public Safety to obtain state and federal criminal history information. If there is any question about eligibility for licensure or certification, contact the nursing education consultant at the Arizona State Board of Nursing (602-889-5150).

Health Declaration:
It is essential that Nursing students be able to perform a number of physical activities in the clinical portion of the program. At a minimum, students will be required to lift patients, stand for several hours at a time and perform bending activities. The clinical nursing experience also places students under considerable mental and emotional stress as they undertake responsibilities and duties impacting patients’ lives. Students must be able to demonstrate rational and appropriate behavior under stressful conditions. Individuals should give careful consideration to the mental and physical demands of the program prior to making application.

Health & Safety Requirements for the Nursing Program:
1.         Students must submit a Health and Safety Documentation Checklist verifying completion of all requirements and maintain current status throughout the program.
2.         Students must submit the Health Declaration Form signed by a licensed health care provider.
3.         Students must test negative on a timed urine drug screen.
4.         Students must provide a copy of their current and valid Finger Print Clearance Card upon application.

Grade Requirements:
Students must obtain a “C” grade or better in all courses required within the program.

Course Fee Information:
Please see class schedule for information regarding course fees.

University Transfer Students:
For students planning a University Program
Students who are planning to earn the Bachelor of Science in Nursing may obtain their prerequisite courses at the Maricopa Community Colleges. For information on courses that meet requirements for admission into a baccalaureate program, please contact a program advisor.

REGISTERED NURSE PATHWAY
Associate in Applied Science Degree in Nursing Program
The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree in Nursing graduate is eligible to apply for licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN). The RN is educated as a generalist who delivers health care to clients and family groups and has competencies related to the art and science of nursing. The RN may be employed in a variety of acute, long term and community based health care settings. The AAS degree in Nursing provides the graduate with an educational foundation for articulation into the university setting.

The Nursing Program is approved by the Arizona State Board of Nursing and accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC), 61 Broadway 33rd Floor, New York, New York 10006, 212.363.5555, ext 153.

Students must earn a grade of “C” or better in all courses required within the program.
+ indicates course has prerequisites and/or corequisites.

Admission Requirements:

High School diploma or GED,
Formal application and admission to the program is required.
A passing score on a nursing program admission test is required to complete an application.

Applicants for Advanced Placement must receive a passing score on a practical nursing content exam for placement into Block 3.
The final decision rests with the Nursing Program Chair at the College to which the student is accepted.

The Nursing Program Chair reserves the right to deny acceptance of an admission application if the applicant was dismissed for issues relating to academic integrity, unsafe patient care, and/or two (2) or more failures from any nursing program.

All applicants holding or receiving a certificate as a Nursing Assisting and/or license as a Practical Nurse must remain in good standing with the Regulatory Board. Once enrolled, students receiving any disciplinary actions against their certificate or license must notify the Nursing Program Chair within five (5) school days. The Nursing Program Chair reserves the right to restrict the student’s participation in clinical experiences and involvement in patient care until the certificate and/or license is valid and unrestricted.

Program Prerequisites: 18-20 credits

The credit hour range is subject to change depending on the student’s educational experience.

+ + + + + + +

BIO156 BIO181 BIO201 CHM130 CHM130LL MAT120 MAT121 MAT122 PSY101 PSY240

Introductory Biology for Allied Health (4) or General Biology (Majors) I (4) or One year of high school biology Human Anatomy and Physiology I Fundamental Chemistry (3) and Fundamental Chemistry Laboratory (1) or One year of high school chemistry Intermediate Algebra (5) or Intermediate Algebra (4) or Intermediate Algebra (3) or Higher Level Math Course Introduction to Psychology (3) or Developmental Psychology (3)

4 credits 4 4 3-5 3

Required Courses: 35 credits

+ + + + +

NUR151 NUR171 NUR251 NUR271 NUR291

Nursing Theory and Science I Nursing Theory and Science II Nursing Theory and Science III Nursing Theory and Science IV Nursing Clinical Capstone

10 credits 8 8 7 2

General Education Requirements: 19 credits

Core: First-Year Composition			9 Credits 6
+ + + +	ENG101 ENG107 ENG102 ENG108	First-Year Composition (3) or First-Year Composition for ESL (3) and First-Year Composition (3) or First-Year Composition for ESL (3)
Oral Communication			0
		Waived
Critical Reading			3
+	CRE101	Critical and Evaluative Reading I (3) or Equivalent as indicated by assessment
Mathematics			0
		Met by MAT120, or MAT121, or MAT122 or  higher Level Math Course in Program Prerequisites area
Distribution: Humanities and Fine Arts			10 credits 2
		Any approved course, see here
Social and Behavioral Sciences			0
		Met by PSY101 in Program Prerequisites area
Natural Science			8
+ +	BIO202 BIO205	Human Anatomy and Physiology II (4) and Microbiology (4)

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Associate in Transfer Partnership Degree
Nursing (B.S.)

The Associate in Transfer Partnership Degree (ATP) is specifically developed for students who have identified Nursing BS as a major and are planning to transfer to Arizona State University Main (ASUM). Not Intended for Associate Degree RN.

The student should contact an ASU Nursing advisor during the student's first semester at MCCCD.

• In order to graduate with a BSN in 120 credit hours, students may apply no more than 56 community college credit hours.
• Completion of the 56 credits listed in this ATP, which includes the completion of AGEC certified at the time of transfer to ASU and a minimum of a 2.0 on a 4.0 scale for residents or a 2.5 on a 4.0 scale for non-residents, will exempt the student from ASU's admission requirements. To be eligible to receive the Nursing ATP, the student must take an additional four credit hours from a Maricopa College, or transfer four credit hours from ASU or another nationally accredited institution of higher education to MCCCD for a degree total of 60 credits. Contact an MCCCD academic advisor for additional information.
• The student should contact an ASU Nursing advisor during the student's first semester at MCCCD.
• Completion of the Nursing ATP does not guarantee admission to ASU's Professional Program in Nursing. Students will still need to apply to the Professional Nursing Program at ASU. See an ASU Nursing advisor for further information.
• The course evaluation as listed in the Course Equivalency Guide (CEG) is valid for the academic year in which the student satisfactorily completes the course.
• A course evaluation may be subject to changes in subsequent issues of the CEG due to changes in the university or community college curriculum. Thus, prior to registering for any community college course, students must always check the CEG to identify the current equivalency of the courses they are planning to take.
• Courses may have prerequisites which must also be met.
• All courses must be completed with a grade of "C" or higher in order to transfer.
  
  

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  BIO201 BIO202 BIO205 CHM130 CHM130LL ENG101 ENG107 ENG102 ENG108 FON241 HCR210 HCR220 HCR230 HCR240 HCR240AA HCR240AB MAT142 PHI103 PSY101 PSY230 PSY240 CFS205

  Human Anatomy and Physiology I Human Anatomy and Physiology II Microbiology Fundamental Chemistry (3) and Fundamental Chemistry Lab (1) First-Year Composition (3) or First-Year Composition for ESL (3) First-Year Composition (3) or First-Year Composition for ESL (3) Principles of Human Nutrition Clinical Health Care Ethics Health Care Organization Culture and Health Human Pathophysiology (4) or Human Pathophysiology I (2) and Human Pathophysiology II (2) College Mathematics (3) or Higher MAT course that satisfies [MA] Introduction to Logic Introduction to Psychology Introduction to Statistics Developmental Psychology (3) or Human Development (3) Humanities or Social Behavioral Sciences

  4 credits 4 4 4 3 3 3 3 3 3 4 3 3 3 3 3 3

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Continuing Education Classes

Glendale Community College’s Nursing Department offers short courses for graduate nurses to update their skills and increase their knowledge. Current non-credit courses include NCLEX Review, Basic and Advanced Critical Care. New courses are created based on community interest.

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Course Descriptions

Course Availability: (F) Fall, (S) Spring, (D) Day, (E) Evening, (Su1) Summer 1, (Su2) Summer 2, (O) Occasionally

Nursing: HCC, HCR, NCE, NUR

Health Core Curriculum (HCC)

HCC109
CPR for Health Care Provider / .5 credit .5 period
Current American Heart Association standards for one and two rescuer cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and obstructed airway procedures on the adult, infant, and pediatric victim. Use of automated, external defibrillation and resuscitation equipment. Prerequisites: None.

HCC145AA
Medical Terminology for Health Care Workers I / 1 credit 1 period
Introduction to medical terms used in health care. Body systems approach to selected terms related to structures, functions, diseases, procedures, and diagnostic tests. Building and analyzing terms using basic word parts. Selected medical abbreviations and symbols and term spelling. Prerequisites: None. (F,S,Su1, Su2)

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Health Care Related (HCR)

HCR210
Clinical Health Care Ethics / 3 credits 3 periods
An introduction to health care ethics with emphasis on analysis and ethical decision making at both the clinical and health policy levels for health care professionals. Theoretical foundation of bioethics reviewed within historical and contemporary contexts. Prerequisites: ENG102.

HCR220
Health Care Organizations / 3 credits 3 periods
Overview of United States health care delivery systems; financing, health policy, impact of managed care, and basic principles of budgeting, cost-benefit analysis, and resource management. Prerequisites: ENG102.

HCR230
Culture and Health / 3 credits 3 periods
Relation between cultures of diverse groups and health/illness. Emphasis on cross-cultural communication, including awareness of own cultural influences and indigenous and complementary healing practices. Prerequisites: None.

HCR240
Human Pathophysiology / 4 credits 4 periods
Chemical, biologic, biochemical, and psychological processes as a foundation for the understanding of alterations in health. The structural and functional pathophysiology of alterations in health; selected therapeutics considered. Prerequisites: BIO202 or BIO205 or equivalent.

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Nursing: Continuing Education (NCE)

For Information: Diane Kruse
Phone: 623.845.3207

NCE150
Basic Certified Nursing Assistant / 2 credits 2 periods
Role of certified nurse assistant for clients across the wellness/illness continuum. Introduction to problem solving process specific to meeting the basic and holistic needs of clients. Professional communication skills essential for the certified nurse assistant. Nursing interventions to ensure the needs and safety of the client. Specific types of diseases, conditions and alterations in behavior of the client. Principles of nutrition and fluid balance. Special needs of the elder client in the acute and long-term care settings. Basic emergency care skills and procedures. Prerequisites: None. (F,S)

NCE151
Basic Certified Nursing Assistant Lab / 2 credits 6 periods
Demonstration of problem solving, professional behavior and therapeutic communication skills. Demonstration of caring behaviors and ensuring environmental safety for the client. Provides opportunity for the development of clinical proficiencies in the performance of selected Basic Certified Nursing Assistant skills and procedures through participation in the care of clients. Prerequisites: None. (F,S)

NCE203
Interpretation of Laboratory Diagnostic Examinations / .5 credit .5 period
Utilization of laboratory diagnostic examination results for evaluation of patient conditions. Normal results for selected body fluids. Abnormal results related to pathophysiological conditions of adults. Incorporation of results of examinations to assess, modify, and evaluate therapy for patients with specific conditions. Prerequisites: Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse, Nursing students, or permission of instructor.

NCE204
Hemodynamics / 1 credit 1 period
Events of the cardiac cycle related to normal hemodynamic waveforms and pressures. Purpose, procedure and potential complications related to hemodynamic invasive lines. Trouble shooting and preventative procedures for hemodynamic invasive lines. Normal and abnormal pressure forms related to various forms of pathophysiology. Treatments and interventions for specific cardiac diseases. Impact of paced rhythms, and intraaortic balloon pumps on normal hemodynamic waveforms. Safe removal procedure for hemodynamic devices. Prerequisites: Registered nurse (RN), respiratory therapist, or cardiovascular technician with knowledge of dysrhythmia recognition.

NCE206
Trauma Nursing / 1 credit 1 period
Foundation in trauma for nurses interested in caring for trauma victims. Includes mechanism of injury, assessment, pathophysiology and management of clients with blunt or penetrating injuries to the following: head, spinal cord, musculoskeletal, chest, abdomen, kidneys. Includes trauma in special populations: pregnant trauma victim, pediatric, and elderly victims. Prerequisites: Current license as a Registered Nurse with one-year critical care or emergency department experience, or permission of the instructor.

NCE214CA
Interpretation of Cardiac Arrhythmias / 1 credit 1 period
Focuses on common cardiac arrhythmias. Includes abnormalities in regard to the major and minor effects on a patient's health, specific drug therapy and nursing implications. Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor.

NCE214CD
Emergency Cardiac Drugs / .5 credit .5 period
Explore the most current content regarding drugs used for patients that are critically ill, and those that are used during resuscitation. Specific drugs will be outlined according to the American Heart Association. Calculation of intravenous flow rates and appropriate dosages for each drug will be included. :Prerequisites: Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse, or permission of instructor.

NCE214MF
Advanced IV Drug Therapy / .5 credit .5 period
Advanced course in drug calculation and administration using the ratio/proportion and dimensional analysis methods. Focus on intravenous medications and titrations for critical care, pediatric and high risk obstetric medications. Prerequisites: Current student in Associate Degree Nursing program, or permission of instructor.

NCE214MI
Math & Medications for Intermediate Nursing Students / .5 credit .5 period
Focus on basic mathematical concepts to calculate metric- apothecary conversion, dosage problems, intravenous flow rates using the ratio/proportion and dimensional analysis methods. These calculations will focus application to acute care, long-term care, and pediatric specialty areas. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in NUR161, NUR163, NUR167, NUR169, HCR240AA, and FON241.)

NCE214MO
Math/Methods For Beginning Nursing Students / .5 credit .5 period
Focus on basic mathematical concepts to calculate metric- apothecary conversion, dosage problems and intravenous flow rates. Includes calculation problems with oral, parenteral, and reconstitution medications. Emphasis on the ratio/proportion and dimensional analysis problem solving methods. Prerequisite: Current student in Associate Degree Nursing program, or permission of Instructor.

NCE214OP
Orientation to Nursing Program / 1 credit 1 period
Overview of the philosophy, core values, policies, competencies and curricular components of the Maricopa Community College District Nursing Program. Basic concepts of therapeutic communication, normal growth and development, the nursing process, pharmacology, metrology, and concepts of intravenous therapy. Emphasis on the use of the nursing process, utilization of critical thinking skills, sound decision-making principles in the clinical setting, the communication process, time management and stress reduction, and the transition in role expectations between Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and Registered Nurse (RN). Review and evaluation of Practical Nursing skills included. Prerequisites: Advanced placement into the Nursing program.
Course Note: Designed for transfer students, returning students and Practical Nurses entering the District Program.

NCE214PO
Tutored NCLEX Review For Nursing Students / 2 credits 2 periods
Brief review of nursing care by systems using an NCLEX review book. Focus on nursing process, prioritizing, and critical thinking related to application of nursing care in case study situations. Also practice multiple-choice questions. Prerequisites: Currently enrolled nursing student, or permission of instructor.

NCE242
Twelve Lead Electrocardiogram (EKG) Interpretation / .5 credit .5 period
Normal and abnormal wave forms of the cardiac cycle. Normal and abnormal heart axis. Differences between ventricular and supraventricular tachycardia. Various types of blocks. Identification of heart chamber enlargement. Injury, ischemic and necrotic heart patterns. Effect of specific drugs and electrolyte disorders on electrocardiograms (EKG). Prerequisites: Basic electrocardiogram (EKG) experience or previous course work in dysrhythmia interpretation or permission of instructor.

NCE249AA
Critical Care: Cardiac / 1 credit 1 period
Foundation in basic critical care for nurses who are new or interested in entering the critical care environment. Including anatomy, physiology, and pharmacology. Disease management for the cardiac system. Prerequisites: Current license as Registered Nurse or Practical Nurse, or recent graduate of an accredited nursing program, or permission of the instructor.

NCE249AB
Critical Care: Respiratory / 1 credit 1 period
Foundation in basic critical care for nurses who are new or interested in entering the critical care environment. Including anatomy, physiology, and pharmacology. Disease management for the respiratory system. Prerequisites: Current license as Registered Nurse or Practical Nurse, or recent graduate of an accredited nursing program, or permission of the instructor.

NCE249AC
Critical Care: Neurologic / 1 credit 1 period
Foundation in basic critical care for nurses who are new or interested in entering the critical care environment. Including anatomy, physiology, and pharmacology. Disease management for the neurologic system. Prerequisites: Current license as Registered Nurse or Practical Nurse, or recent graduate of an accredited nursing program, or permission of the instructor.

NCE249AD
Critical Care: Endocrine & Renal / .5 credit .5 period
Foundation in basic critical care for nurses who are new or interested in entering the critical care environment. Including anatomy, physiology, and pharmacology. Disease management for the endocrine and renal systems. Prerequisites: Current license as Registered Nurse or Practical Nurse, or recent graduate of an accredited nursing program, or permission of the instructor.

NCE249AE
Critical Care: Gastrointestinal / .5 credit .5 period
Foundation in basic critical care for nurses who are new or interested in entering the critical care environment. Including anatomy, physiology, and pharmacology. Disease management for the gastrointestinal system. Prerequisites: Current license as Registered Nurse or Practical Nurse, or recent graduate of an accredited nursing program, or permission of the instructor.

NCE259
Advanced Critical Care Nursing / 4 credits 4 periods
Provides the experienced Critical Care Nurse with an opportunity to build on basic critical care knowledge. Advanced concepts in assessment, hemodynamic monitoring, pathophysiology of disease processes, and use of the Nursing Process for critically ill patients with complex, multisystem disorders. Designed to help prepare experienced Critical Care Nurses for the certification examination for Critical Care Nursing offered by the American Association of Critical Care Nurses. Prerequisites: NCE249, or Registered Nurse working in Critical Care, or permission of instructor.

NCE260
Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump / .5 credit .5 period
Mechanics of the cardiac cycle. Physiologic effects of the intra-aortic balloon pump. Indications and contraindications. Components, operation, care and maintenance of the intra- aortic balloon pump. Complications and nursing implications with the use of the intra-aortic balloon pump. Prerequisites: Registered Nurse (RN) or cardiovascular technician who has completed a Basic EKG course and has Critical Care Training.

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Nursing Science: Basic (NUR)

NUR104AB
Structured Nursing Review / 1 credit 1 period
Structured nursing tutorial assistance and nursing study skills to help students achieve success in their respective block of nursing courses. Nursing process and critical thinking application skills emphasized. Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: Concurrent enrollment in the Nursing program or permission of Department Chair.
Course Note: Course offered as Credit (P) No credit (Z) basis. May be repeated for a total of six (6) credit hours.

NUR111 Nursing Process and Critical Thinking I / 4 credits 4 periods
Overview of nursing and critical thinking strategies focused on meeting basic human needs within the wellness/illness continuum. Theoretical concepts related to holistic care of well, geriatric, and adult clients with selected alterations in health including psychological/mental health disorders. Emphasis on use of nursing process in the role of the nurse as member of the health care team. Includes concepts of pathophysiology, nutrition, and communication. Requires application of previous knowledge of physical, biological, and social sciences. Prerequisites: Admission to the Practical Nursing or Nursing programs. Corequisites: NUR118 or permission of Nursing Department chairperson. (Su2,F,S,D,E)

NUR117 Pharmacology and Medication Administration I / 2 credits 4 periods
Introduction to pharmacology. Includes foundation knowledge and skills instruction. Emphasis on core medication prototypes and skills necessary for safe administration of selected medication categories. Concepts of medication administration by selected routes introduced. Application of previous knowledge of physical, biological and social sciences. Prerequisites: Admission to the Practical Nursing or Nursing Programs. (Su2,F,S,D,E)

NUR118 Nursing Science I / 4 credits 12 periods
Development of clinical competency in the performance of selected nursing skills and procedures. Provides for participation in the care of clients experiencing problems of alteration in health and selected mental health disorders. Provides for clinical practice experiences with individuals and families in a variety of long term care and acute settings. Application of holistic nursing concepts and assessments related to health promotion, disease/illness prevention, and health restoration, as well as concepts of pathophysiology, nutrition, and communication. Prerequisites: Admission into the Practical Nursing or Nursing Programs. Corequisites: NUR111 or permission of Nursing Department chairperson. (Su2,F,S,D,E)

NUR121 Nursing Process and Critical Thinking II / 4 credits 4 periods
Nursing and critical thinking strategies focused on meeting basic human needs within the wellness/illness continuum. Theoretical concepts related to holistic care of adult and geriatric clients with selected alterations in health. Introduces human growth and developmental principles. Introduction to care of newborn, pediatric, well childbearing clients, and childrearing families. Continuation of the role of the nurse as member of the health care team. Includes concepts of pathophysiology, nutrition, and communication. Application of previous knowledge of physical, biologic, social, and nursing sciences. Prerequisites: NUR111, NUR117, and (NUR118 or NUR119). Corequisites: NUR128 or permission of Nursing Department chairperson. (F,S)

NUR127 Pharmacology and Medication Administration II / 2 credits 4 periods
Continues emphasis on core medication prototypes and skills. Emphasis on critical thinking skills for safe practice in medication administration. Introduces concepts of venipuncture and initiation of IV access. Requires application of previous knowledge of physical, biological, social and nursing sciences. Prerequisites: NUR111, NUR117, and (NUR118 or NUR119). (F,S)

NUR128 Nursing Science II / 4 credits 12 periods
Continuation of application of holistic nursing concepts and assessments related to health promotion, disease/illness prevention and health restoration of individuals and families. Provides continued opportunity for the development of clinical competency in the performance of selected nursing skills, participation in the care of clients with alterations in health. Provides clinical experiences with adult, pediatric, well childbearing clients and childrearing families in a variety of acute care and community settings. Application of nursing concepts in the development of care plans as well as concepts of pathophysiology, nutrition, and communication. Includes participation in client teaching and discharge planning. Prerequisites: NUR111, NUR117, and NUR118. Corequisites: NUR121 or permission of Nursing Department Chairperson. (F,S)

NUR231 Nursing Process and Critical Thinking III / 4 credits 4 periods
Nursing and critical thinking strategies. Emphasis on complex human needs within the wellness/illness continuum in a variety of acute care and community settings. Theoretical concepts related to holistic care of adults with selected acute and chronic alterations in health and psychiatric/mental health disorders. Introduction to role of the professional nurse as member of the health care team. Integrates concepts of nutrition, communication, health promotion, and advanced pathophysiology. Application of previous knowledge of physical, biologic, social, and nursing sciences. Prerequisites: NUR121, NUR127, and (NUR128 or NUR129). Corequisites: NUR238 or permission of Nursing Department chairperson. (F,S)

NUR237 Pharmacology and Medication Administration III / 1 credit 2 periods
Knowledge and skills to safely prepare and administer intravenous medications and solutions. Emphasizes management of clients receiving complex therapies such as blood and blood products, parenteral nutrition, and advanced pain management. Application of previous knowledge of physical, biological, and social sciences. Includes an overview of parenteral medications and therapies used in selected situations. Prerequisites: NUR121, NUR127, and (NUR128 or NUR129).(F,S)

NUR238 Nursing Science III / 4 credits 12 periods
Application of critical thinking skills through the nursing process to clients and families with acute alterations in health and psychiatric/mental health disorders. Provides for the development of clinical and cultural competency and the continued development of selected nursing skills and procedures within the nursing scope of practice. Holistic care of clients, families, and small groups in a variety of acute and community health care settings. Application of nursing concepts related to health education/promotion for clients, families, and small groups. Integrates concepts of nutrition, communication, health promotion, and advanced pathophysiology.
Prerequisites: NUR121, NUR127, and NUR128. Corequisites: NUR231 or permission of Nursing Department Chairperson. (F,S)

NUR248 Nursing Science IV / 5 credits 15 periods
Synthesis of nursing concepts. Provides nursing care for high-risk newborn, pediatric, perinatal, and adult clients with multi-system alterations in health. Emphasis on leadership and management roles of the nurse. Includes a preceptorship experience to facilitate role transition from student to graduate nurse. Integrates concepts of nutrition, communication, health promotion, and advanced pathophysiology.
Prerequisites: NUR231, NUR237, and NUR238. Corequisites: NUR241 or permission of Nursing Department Chairperson.

NUR281
Nursing Process & Critical Thinking IV / 3 credits 3 periods
Emphasis on nursing concepts and theories to meet complex needs of the critically ill and high-risk clients with multiple system alterations in health. Includes high risk perinatal, pediatric, and adult clients in acute care and community settings. Focus on application of critical thinking skills to modify a holistic plan of care. Highlights the role of the professional nurse in health education/promotion, illness prevention, and restorative care. Prerequisites: (NUR261, NUR263, NUR267, and NUR269), or NCE214OP, or Integrated Competency Assessment Network (ICAN) placement.
Course Note: Nursing Process/Critical Thinking course and Nursing Science course must be successfully completed concurrently to meet program requirements.

NUR285
Developing the Nurse’s Role II / 1 credit 1 period
Emphasis on synthesis of previously learned concepts to generate a plan for lifelong, professional role development. Concepts include role transition, professional organizations, legal issues, and licensure Prerequisites: (NUR261, NUR263, NUR267, and NUR269), or NCE214OP, or Integrated Competency Assessment Netwrok (ICAN) placement.

NUR289
Nursing Science IV / 6 credits 18 periods
Culminating clinical practice course to provide learning experiences applying theoretical and clinical concepts of complex needs for pediatric, childbearing, and high risk adults with multi- system alterations in health. Leadership, management, and caregiver roles of the professional nurse with clients and their families in selected areas of nursing practice emphasized. Assignment of students to nurse preceptors with faculty guidance to focus on leadership/ management and application of nursing process theories, concepts, issues and trends in caring for clients in a variety of acute and community health care settings. Prerequisites: (NUR261, NUR263, NUR267, and NUR269), or NCE214OP, or Integrated Competency Assessment Network (ICAN) placement.
Course Note: Nursing Process/Critical Thinking course and Nursing Science course must be successfully completed concurrently to meet program requirements.

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