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PRACTICAL NURSE PROGRAM COURSES

Term I Course	Course #	Credits
Integrated Science	50101, 90101	5.0
Growth, Development & Behavior	50201, 90201	3.0
Introduction to Pharmacology	50301, 90301	2.0
Fundamentals of Nursing	50401, 90401	8.5
Clinical Practice I	50501, 90501	2.25

Term II Course	Course #	Credits
Care of Child, Adult, Aged	52501, 97501	11.0
Clinical Practice II	52601, 97101	6.0

Term III Course	Course #	Credits
Senior Practical Nursing	55101,98001	1.25
Clinical Practice III	55001, 98101	2.0

Term IV Course	Course #	Credits
Care of Mother & Newborn	55201, 95001	2.0
Clinical Practice IV	55301, 95101	1.8

Practical Nurse Day & Evening Course Descriptions

Term I

INTEGRATED SCIENCE # 50101, 90101

75 hours

5 credits

This first semester course introduces the beginning student to the basic concepts of microbiology, basic nutrition, and the structure and function of the healthy human body necessary to a solid science foundation for practical nursing.

Pre-requisite/Co - None

GROWTH, DEVELOPMENT & BEHAVIOR #50201, 90201

45 hours

3 credits

The course examines the human life cycle from infancy through old age. Emphasis will be placed on the psychological development of the human being and the factors influencing changes that occur during each life stage. Study of major developmental theorists: Freud, Erikson, Maslow, and Kohlberg present a holistic viewpoint. The course includes specific age related health issues to assist the student in role related responsibilities.

Pre-requisite/Co -None

INTRODUCTION TO PHARMACOLOGY #50301, 90301

30 hours

2 credits

This course provides a review of basic arithmetic necessary for solving simple computations in dosage and solutions. Instruction in the metric, household systems of measurement, and of conversion from one system to another is included. Instruction and practice in solving problems of divided dosage is provided. Emphasis is placed upon basic information of commonly used drugs and safe drug administration.

Pre-requisite/Co None

FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING #50401, 90401

170 hours (class & lab)

8.5 credits

This course introduces the student to nursing theory, nursing principles, and basic nursing. Course sequencing progresses from simple to complex. The nursing process is used as the framework for laboratory and clinical experiences. The following curriculum threads will be introduced in this course: collaboration, therapeutic communication, cultural diversity, caring, role responsibility, documentation, and holism. The course includes concurrent classroom, laboratory, and clinical components. Emphasis is placed on providing safety and comfort in client care. Clinical experiences are planned to provide the student with an opportunity to apply the principles of basic nursing care.

Pre-requisite/Co – Clinical Practice I

CLINICAL PRACTICE I #50501, 90501

100 hours

2.25 credits

This supervised clinical practice is closely correlated with Fundamentals and takes place in medical-surgical adult settings in a community hospital. Activities related to providing basic patient care and of developing an appropriate nurse-patient relationship are practiced. Emphasis is placed upon the safe performance of technical skills based upon accepted principles and daily clinical objectives.

Pre-requisite/Co Fundamentals of Nursing

Term II

CARE OF CHILD, ADULT, AGED #52501, 97501

170 hours

11 credits

This course provides the essential information relative to the management of patients with health problems resulting from alterations in various body systems. Emphasis is placed on providing safe and knowledgeable nursing care to patients of various age groups and utilizing critical thinking within the nursing process. Clinical pharmacology, clinical nutrition, and vocational trends as well as concepts of growth and development and mental health are integrated throughout this course. The role and responsibility of the LPN as an accountable health care provider in a variety of settings is developed.

Pre-requisite/Co Fundamentals of Nursing, Integrated Science, Pharmacology I, Growth & Development

CLINICAL PRACTICE II #52601, 97101

270 hours

6 credits

Supervised clinical practice closely correlated with Care of Child, Adult, Aged is scheduled in the following areas: Pediatrics, Adult Medical and Surgical, Rehabilitation and Long Term. The utilization of the nursing process is emphasized.

Pre-requisite/Co Fundamentals of Nursing, Integrated Science, Pharmacology I, Growth & Development, and Care of Child, Adult & Aged

Term III

SENIOR PRACTICAL NURSING #55101, 98001

20 hours

1.25 credits

Senior Nursing focuses on mental health issues and vocational trends. Beginning with the concept of mental health, the student is introduced to common mental disorders. Assessment skills, medical/surgical, pharmacological, and nursing interventions are highlighted. An additional topic is the nursing interventions appropriate for demanding or angry individuals. Course content also will focus on preparation in the following areas: taking the licensure examination, seeking employment, responsibilities of holding an entry level staff nurse position, and preparing for both higher education and continuing education. Management, leadership, and delegation to unlicensed assistive personnel will be addressed. Legal aspects of holding a license, endorsement in another state, good moral character, and discipline issues will also be explored.

Pre-requisite/Co Fundamentals of Nursing, Integrated Science, Pharmacology I, Growth & Development, Care of Child, Adult, & Aged, and Clinical Practice III

CLINICAL PRACTICE III #55001, 98101

90 hours

2 credits

This senior clinical practice takes place in adult medical and surgical settings. The student practices the role of team member with somewhat more freedom, consulting and clarifying with the instructor as necessary. Students plan and provide multi patient care, interact more purposefully with hospital nursing personnel, and actively participate in Patient Care Planning conferences.

Pre-requisite/Co Fundamentals of Nursing, Integrated Science, Pharmacology I, Growth & Development, Care of Child, Adult, & Aged, and Senior Practical Nursing

Term IV

CARE OF MOTHER AND NEWBORN #55201, 95001

30 hours

2 credits

This course provides students with the theoretical foundation to provide nursing care to the maternal and newborn patient in a structured obstetrical unit of a community hospital. Current concepts of family centered care provide the framework for this course. Safety, wellness, communication, and community resources will be stressed throughout the course, which includes information regarding pregnancy, parturition, puerperium, and care of the newborn.

Pre-requisite/Co Fundamentals of Nursing, Integrated Science, Pharmacology I, Growth & Development, Care of Child, Adult, Aged, Senior Practical Nursing, and Clinical Practice IV

CLINICAL PRACTICE IV #55301, 95101

80 hours

1.80 credits

This supervised clinical experience runs concurrently with Care of Mother and Newborn and provides experiences in prenatal (in MD office), labor and delivery, post-partum and newborn care.

Pre-requisite/Co Fundamentals of Nursing, Integrated Science, Pharmacology I, Growth & Development, Care of Child, Adult, & Aged, Care of Mother & Newborn