The professional component of the Nursing major assists students in gaining the knowledge, attitudes, and skills essential to nursing practice in a variety of settings.
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| NU 105 Nursing Science I |
7 s.h. |
This course introduces concepts, skills, and procedures common to nursing care of all patients, regardless of age or disability. Emphasis is placed upon acquiring a body of knowledge that permits individualization of nursing care based upon a sound, scientific rationale. The nursing process, the role of the nurse, communication theory, provision for meeting basic physical needs, nutrition, pharmacology, and the special needs of the aged are included. Practice in basic skills is provided in the College laboratory and through selected patient care assignments at long-term care facilities. Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent registration in BI181 and SS291. Hours of class per week: 5. Hours of lab per week: 6.
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| NU 106 Nursing Science II |
7 s.h. |
The course focuses on the commonalties of acute care, including the care of patients undergoing diagnostic and surgical treatment. Other topics of study include: care of patients with fluid, electrolyte, and acid-base imbalances; care of patients with mobility problems; care of patients with malignancies; and care of patients with communicable diseases and care of Pediatric patients. Patient care assignments and observational experiences are provided through affiliations with multiple health care agencies. Prerequisites: NU 105, completion of/concurrent registration in BI 182, SS 297. Hours of class per week: 4. Hours of lab per week: 10.
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| NU 205 Nursing Science III |
9 s.h. |
This course is divided into three major units. Each instructor assumes complete responsibility for classroom and clinical instruction in a specialty area. Specialty units include Mental Health, Medical-Surgical with emphasis on patients with cardiovascular and respiratory dysfunction, and Maternal-Child Health. Prerequisites: NU106, completion of or concurrent registration in BI 282. Hours of class per week: 5. Hours of lab per week: 12.
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| NU 206 Nursing Science IV |
10 s.h. |
This course stresses complex health needs of adults. Principles, concepts, and skills introduced in previous courses are further developed and expanded. Clinical experiences include advanced Medical-Surgical interventions, medication administration, application of principles of leadership and group management, and a three week preceptorship. Student participation is required in a seminar that covers professional issues and topics. Prerequisite: NU205. Hours of class per week: 6. Hours of lab per week: 11. In addition, a 3-week preceptorship is required.
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| NU 207 Pharmacology for Nurses |
3 s.h. |
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Designed to expand on basic knowledge of pharmacology. Emphasis is placed on current drug therapy and the specific nursing responsibilities for the safe administration of drugs. Prerequisite: 3 semesters of NU courses, or permission of instructor. Hours of class per week: 3.
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| Nursing Process Course |
| This is a required 15-clock hour non-credit course for Licensed Practical Nurses accepted into the Nursing Program with advanced placement credit or students readmitted to the Program. The course introduces nursing concepts with emphasis on the use of the nursing process in meeting the basic needs of individuals. Selected nursing content from the core curriculum is discussed. The course must be completed prior to entrance into NU 106, Nursing Science II. |
