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Course Listings 2017-2018 255 Provides opportunity for the development of clinical competency in the performance of selected nurse assisting skills and procedures through participation in the care of clients. Prerequisites: (A grade of "C" or better in RDG091 or higher RDG reading course or eligibility for CRE101 as indicated by appropriate reading placement test score, or HESI-A2 exam English Composite score of 75% or higher) AND (a grade of "C" or better in MAT082, or eligibility for MAT090 or higher as indicated by appropriate math placement test score, or HESI-A2 exam Math score of 75% or higher). Must provide current Level One DPS Fingerprint Clearance Card, meet pass status on MCCD Background Check, and submit required health and safety documentation. NUR160PN LEC 11 Credit LEC 15 Periods / LAB 0 Credits LAB 6 Periods Practical Nursing Theory and Science I Core values of the practical nursing program, nursing history, standards, and scope of practice of the practical nurse. Safe nursing care of clients with selected alterations in health; fundamental concepts of health promotion, disease/illness prevention. Nursing care based upon integration of pathophysiology, nutrition, communication and physical, biological, and psycho-social sciences. Uses information technology in performing and documenting client care. Prerequisites: Admission into the Fast Track Practical Nursing Program. NUR172 LEC 9 Credits LEC 5.5 Periods / LAB 0 Credits LAB 10.5 Periods Nursing Theory and Science II Utilization of Nurse of the Future competencies to develop knowledge, skills, and attitudes to provide safe, quality patient care across the wellness-illness continuum in selected medical-surgical and mental health patients. Prerequisites: (BIO202 and NUR152) or permission of Nursing Department Chair. NUR180PN LEC 11 Credit LEC 15 Periods / LAB 0 Credits LAB 6 Periods Practical Nursing Theory and Science II Holistic practical nursing concepts and theories related to care of childbearing, pediatric, adult, and geriatric clients. Role of the practical nurse collaborating with other members of the healthcare team. Concepts of health promotion and disease/illness prevention. Nursing care based upon integration of pathophysiology, nutrition, communication and physical, biological and psycho -social sciences. Information technology in performing and documenting client care. Emphasis on nursing care related to pediatric, child-bearing families, and adult clients with selected alterations in health; concepts of delegation, prioritization and management of care for the practical nurse based on the core values of the nursing program. Prerequisites: NUR160PN. NUR187 1.5 Credits 1.5 Periods Pharmacology and Medication Administration II Overview of selected drug classifications and categories. Emphasis on principles of drug metabolism and effects, interactions and adverse reactions, and nursing implications for safe practice. Requires application of previous knowledge of physical, biological, and social sciences. Prerequisites: Permission of Nursing Department/Division Chair. NUR191 3 Credits 5 Periods Practical Nursing Transition Overview of the role of the practical nurse in care of clients. Includes nursing standards and scope of practice of the practical nurse. Emphasis on nursing care related to pediatric and care of the well childbearing client and childbearing family. Focus on the role of practical nurse in providing care through interventions consistent with established nursing care plans. Prerequisites: NUR171 or permission of Nursing Department Chair. NUR251 LEC 8 Credits LEC 12 Periods / LAB 0 Credits LAB 4 Periods Nursing Theory and Science III Application of critical thinking strategies related to holistic care of the newborn, pediatric, and childbearing clients. Integration of concepts related to holistic care of adults and geriatric clients with selected acute and chronic alterations in health. Integration of professional nursing standards in role development. Utilization of previous knowledge of physical, biologic, psycho-social sciences, and the cultural, spiritual aspects of nursing care. Integration of concepts of nutrition, pharmacology, communication, health promotion, and pathophysiology into nursing care. Prerequisites: (BIO202, BIO205, and NUR171) or permission of Nursing Department Chairperson.