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School of Nursing
Nursing (NURS)
- 2300 Conceptual Base for Nursing Practice (3-0)
- The focus of this course is on relationships of the natural and behavioral sciences which form the basis for nursing practice and on nursing history, with emphasis on contemporary and future perspectives.
- 3315 Independent Study (0-0-3)
- Variable credit hour(s) of independent study. Prerequisite: NURS 3302 or instructor approval.
- 3180 Selected Topics in Nursing (1-0)
- Selected topics of current interest. May be repeated when topic varies. Prerequisites: NURS 3302 and department approval.
- 3302 Health Assessment (2-2)
- This course focuses on a systematic approach to health assessment of individuals of varied ages. Practicum in the College laboratory. For Nursing majors only. Prerequisites: Admission to the upper-division and NURS 2300. NURS 2300 may be taken concurrently with NURS 3302. Laboratory fees required.
- 3307 Pharmacodynamics and Nursing Implications (3-0)
- This course emphasizes knowledge of pharmacology which includes the pharmaceutical phase, pharmacokinetics, and pharmacodynamics. Implications for nursing related to the administration of medications is incorporated. Prerequisites: NURS 3313 and NURS 3302. NURS 3313 and NURS 3302 may be taken concurrently with NURS 3307.
- 3310 Nursing Care of Ill Children (3-0)
- This course offers further knowledge of growth and development, family theory, pathophysiology, and skills used in caring for the ill child and his family. Prerequisite: NURS 3703 or instructor approval.
- 3313 Human Adaptation to Pathophysiology (3-0)
- Major emphasis of this course is on the study of pathophysiological processes and their impact on the body systems, with special attention to disease or trauma-induced alteration of regulatory mechanisms within the human organism. Prerequisites: BIOL 2311, BIOL 2111, BIOL 2313, BIOL 2113, and department approval.
- 3318 Nursing and the Aging Client (3-0)
- This course provides an opportunity to gain increased knowledge and skill in the management of the health and nursing care of the elderly. The focus is on a holistic approach to aging processes as a basis for nursing practice.
- 3319 Cultural Perspectives on Health Care (3-0)
- This course builds upon concepts and issues related to culture and health. Major focus are on values and attitudes about caring, health, illness, and treatment as related to diverse cultural groups. Prerequisite: Junior standing or department approval.
- 3330 Contemporary Perspectives on Death and Dying (3-0)
- The design of this course is to focus on personal feelings about one's own death and the death of others. The reactions and responses of dying, death, and bereavement across the age continuum in various cultures are explored. Alternative concepts of care and an interdisciplinary approach are utilized.
- 3380 Selected Topics in Nursing (3-0)
- Selected topics of current interest. May be repeated when topic varies.
- 3605 Nursing Care of Clients Adapting to Perioperative Stressors (3-6)
- This course provides an opportunity to gain further knowledge and skill in the nursing care of clients who require surgical intervention. Focus is on the complete Perioperative cycle of care. Clinical practicum is provided in pre-operative care and health teaching, participant/observer during the intraoperative phase, and post-operative care. Prerequisites: (1) NURS 3770 and NURS 3771 or (2) instructor approval. Laboratory fee required.
- 3606 Health Promotion in Rural Environments (3-6)
- This course explores health care problems of individuals, families, groups, and communities. Clinical practicum focuses on methods for promotion, protection, maintenance, and restoration of health in rural settings. Prerequisites: NURS 3770 and 3771. Laboratory fee required.
- 3702 Theories, Principles, and Skills Basic to Nursing (3-8)
- An introductory course in the art and science of nursing. The opportunity to learn and practice beginning roles and functions of the professional nurse is provided in clinical practicum in the College laboratory and in acute care facilities. For Nursing majors only. Prerequisites: Admission to the upper-division, NURS 3302, and NURS 3313. Laboratory fee required.
- 3703 Nursing in Promotion and Maintenance of Health (3-8)
- Application of nursing process with emphasis on adaptation and promotion of wellness of individuals throughout the life continuum. Clinical practicum provided in the College laboratory, preschool, senior citizen, and family settings. For Nursing majors only. Prerequisite: NURS 3702. NURS 3702 may be taken concurrently with NURS 3703. Laboratory fee required.
- 3770 Nursing Care of Individuals and Families Experiencing Illness and Disability (3-8)
- This course emphasizes application of the nursing process to individuals and their families to protect, restore, maintain, and promote health. Clinical practicum is provided in a variety of health care agencies caring for clients throughout the age continuum. Prerequisites: NURS 3702, NURS 3703, and NURS 3307. Laboratory fee required.
- 3771 Nursing Care of Women and Families During the Childbearing Period (3-8)
- The focus is on the nursing care of pregnant women, newborns, and multi-cultural family dynamics throughout the childbearing period. Clinical practicum is provided in College laboratory, labor and delivery, post-operative, and newborn units in acute and in community settings. Prerequisite: NURS 3770. NURS 3770 may be taken concurrently with NURS 3771. Laboratory fee required.
- 4305 Nursing Care in Emergency Settings (3-0)
- This course offers an opportunity to gain further nursing knowledge and skills in the care of patients who have injuries or illnesses of an emergency nature. Prerequisites: (1) NURS 3770 and NURS 3771 or (2) instructor approval.
- 4315 Independent Study (0-0-3)
- Directed study with related clinical laboratory experience planned to meet the learning objectives of the student in a special area of interest. Prerequisite: Department approval.
- 4400 Contemporary Professional Nursing (4-0)
- The focus of this course is the study of professional nursing with emphasis on the changing role of the nurse in a contemporary society and in health care delivery. The impact of health legislation, accountability, ethical decision making, and the use of research process are studied. RNs in the RN-BSN or RN-MSN programs only. Prerequisite: Department approval.
- 4401 Issues and Problems in Leadership and Management (4-0)
- The course focuses on analysis of health care costs, budgeting problems, quality assurance, and comprehensive nursing/health care. RNs in the RN-BSN or RN-MSN programs only. Prerequisite: Department approval.
- 4700 Community Health Nursing (3-0-8)
- Focus on application of the nursing process to promote wellness and manage occurrence of health care needs of individual families and community. Includes practicum. RN's in the RN-BSN or RN-MSN programs only. Prerequisite: Department approval.
- 4701 Multidisciplinary Health Care (3-0-8)
- Focus on primary health care with emphasis on multidisciplinary approach to individuals, families, and community problems. Planning for management of varied health problems within the community is emphasized. RNs in the RN-BSN/RN-MSN program only. Includes practicum. Prerequisite: Department approval.
- 4710 Nursing Care of Individuals and Families Experiencing Multi-System Health Problems (3-8)
- The major emphasis of this course is on the application of the nursing process to individuals and their families experiencing multi-system health problems. Clinical practicum is provided in the College laboratory and a variety of specialty care settings in acute care agencies. Prerequisites: NURS 3770 and NURS 3771. Laboratory fee required.
- 4711 Nursing Care of Clients in Crisis (3-8)
- The major focus is application of the nursing process in the care of individuals, families, and groups experiencing potential or actual crisis. Emphasis is on psycho-social concepts related to mental health. Clinical practicum is provided in a variety of settings. Prerequisites: NURS 3770 and NURS 3771. Laboratory fee required.
- 4771 Nursing Leadership and Management (3-8)
- Concepts of nursing leadership and management are studied as a part of the health care professional's preparation for practice. Clinical practicum is provided in the care of groups of clients and families in acute care settings. Prerequisites: NURS 4710 and NURS 4711. Laboratory fee required.
- 4772 Primary Care Nursing (3-8)
- This course is a culminating experience focusing on meeting the health needs of the individual, the family, and the community. Practicum includes the nurse's role in primary care settings. Prerequisite: NURS 4771. NURS 4771 may be taken concurrently with NURS 4772. Laboratory fee required.
See the Undergraduate Nursing Student Handbook for other requirements.
See the Graduate Studies Catalog for graduate programs and courses.
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