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Course Listings 2018-2019 278 NCE214OP Lec + Lab 3 Credits 5 Periods Orientation to Nursing Program Overview of the philosophy, mission, vision, Nurse of the Future competencies, student learning outcomes, and the constructivist framework of the MaricopaNursing program. Student expected to be prepared with basic concepts of therapeutic communication, the nursing process, pharmacology, introductory concepts of intravenous therapy and knowledge of fundamental concepts. Primary content areas: nursing process, with emphasis on the use of the nursing process to develop a plan of care; utilization of critical thinking skills; problem-solving strategies, the communication process; psychiatric nursing competencies and role transition between LPN and RN scope of practice. NCE214OP designed for advanced placement students (i.e. transfer students, returning students, and/or Practical Nurses). Prerequisites: Designee/advanced placement into the Nursing program or permission of the Nursing Director. NCE215AB 0.5 Credits 0.5 Periods Nursing Update: Wound and Skin Care Wound and skin assessment and documentation guidelines. Skin care protocols and interventions to prevent pressure ulcers and promote optimal healing. Wound care products and treatment options. NCE215AB may be repeated for a total of five (5) credit hours. Prerequisites: Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse or currently enrolled in a nursing program or permission of Instructor. NCE215AC 0.5 Credits 0.5 Periods Nursing Update: Stoma Care Care of the patient with fecal and urinary diversions. Appliance selection, stoma care, and management of potential complications. Includes nutritional, psychological, and educational aspects of care. NCE215AC may be repeated for a total of five (5) credit hours. Prerequisites: Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse or currently enrolled in a nursing program, or permission of Instructor. NCE215AD 0.5 Credits 0.5 Periods Nursing Update: Advances in Diabetes Management Diabetes management and implications. Risk factors of diabetes and lifestyle modifications. Medication updates and new technological advances for the treatment of Type I and Type II diabetes. NCE215AD may be repeated for a total of five (5) credit hours. Prerequisites: None. NCE215AE 0.5 Credits 0.5 Periods Nursing Update: Cardiac Care Provides nurses with up-to-date information on prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of cardiovascular and related diseases. NCE215AE may be repeated for a total of ten (10) credit hours. Prerequisites: Registered Nurse (RN), or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), or other licensed personnel working with cardiac patients. NCE215ND 0.5 Credits 0.5 Periods Nursing Skills Update Enhancement and reinforcement of specific nursing skills. Special needs patients, patient assessment techniques, medicolegal responsibilities, and diagnostic procedures. NCE215ND may be repeated for a total of ten (10) credit hours. Prerequisites: None. NCE216AA 0.5 Credits 0.5 Periods School Health Update: Assessment Skills Assessment skills for the school health setting. Assessment and management of selected school health problems including abdominal pain, head and spinal cord injuries, and environmental hazards. NCE216AA may be repeated for a total of five (5) credit hours. Prerequisites: Registered Nurse, or Licensed Practical Nurse, or currently enrolled in a nursing program, or permission of Instructor.