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NURSING 1100 Introduction to Health Care 3 credit hours Concepts and principles related to health, health care delivery and nursing. Emphasis is placed on the communication process and the impact of culture, ethnicity and spirituality on health-seeking behaviors. Concepts of interdisciplinary health teams and theoretical foundation of beginning nursing skills are introduced. Strategies for success in the nursing program are introduced. Prerequisite: Admission to Associate Nursing Degree program or consent of instructor (3 lecture hours)

NURSING 1104 Introduction to Physical Assessment 1 credit hour Theory and skills related to history taking, physical assessment and completing a head-to-toe assessment of the adult patient. Significant assessment differences in the pediatric patient is discussed. Prerequisites: Admission to ADN program and Nursing 1100 with a grade of “C” or better (1 lecture hour)

NURSING 1105 Medical-Surgical I 7 credit hours Principles of nursing practice including major concepts, basic knowledge and nursing skills related to the care of patients are introduced. Pharmacology, pain control, nursing process, care of the surgical patient, and care of patients with alterations in: musculoskeletal system, skin integrity, fluid and electrolytes and shock states (hypovolemic and septic) are main foci. Lecture, discussion, college laboratories and clinical practice are used as learning experiences. Clinical experiences include acute and/or non-acute settings. Prerequisite: Admission to ADN program, Nursing 1100 with a grade of “C” or better, Anatomy and Physiology 1552 or 1572 with a grade of “C” or better, and current CNA in Illinois. (4 lecture hours, 1 lab hour, 6 clinical hours)

NURSING 1120 Role of the Nurse I 1 credit hour Introduction to essential concepts and core values of the nursing profession within the context of the four domains: nursing, individual, health, and environment. Emphasis is placed on nursing process, communication, health promotion, practice standards, and the various roles of the nurse in the delivery of healthcare. Prerequisite: Admission to Nursing program and Microbiology 1420 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent or concurrent enrollment in Microbiology 1420 (1 lecture hour)

NURSING 1130 Introduction to Core Concepts 4 credit hours Introduction to essential concepts and core values of health within the context of the four domains: nursing, individual, health, and environment. Emphasis on development, functional ability, nutrition, elimination, homeostasis, care giving, and safety. Prerequisite: Nursing 1120 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent, Nursing 1140 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent, Nursing 1150 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent and Microbiology 1420 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent. (2 lecture hours, 4 lab hours)

NURSING 1140 Physical Assessment 2 credit hours Theoretical basis for assessing the health status of individuals with an emphasis on cultural diversity and age related differences. Application of cognitive, psychomotor, communication, and critical thinking skills in conducting a health assessment. Assists the students in identifying and communicating normal and abnormal findings. Prerequisite: Admission to Nursing program and Microbiology 1420 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent or concurrent enrollment in Microbiology 1420 (1 lecture hour, 2 lab hours)

NURSING 1150 Pathophysiology - Altered Health Concepts 3 credit hours Principles of normal and altered physiology. Disease states and alterations in health status throughout the lifespan, incorporating diverse populations. Overview of common disease processes and their impact on homeostasis. Prerequisite: Admission to Nursing program and Microbiology 1420 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent or concurrent enrollment in Microbiology 1420 (3 lecture hours)

NURSING 1160 Foundations of Pharmacology 2 credit hours Principles of pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, and medication administration. Preparation for safe administration of pharmaceutical agents to populations across the lifespan. Emphasis on drug classification, dosage calculation, drug action, side effects, nursing implications, and patient education. Prerequisite: Nursing 1120 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent, Nursing 1140 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent, Nursing 1150 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent and Microbiology 1420 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent. (2 lecture hours)

NURSING 1206 Medical-Surgical 2 3 credit hours Application of the nursing process in the care of patients with diabetes mellitus, gerontological, oncological, acid-base and male reproductive disorders. Lecture, discussion, laboratory and clinical practice are used as learning experiences. Clinical experiences include acute and/or non-acute settings. Prerequisite: Nursing 1104, Nursing 1105, and Psychology 2237 or consent of instructor (1 lecture hour, .5 lab hour, 4.5 clinical hours)

NURSING 1207 Childbearing Family 5 credit hours Nursing care of the woman and family during the reproductive years. Focus on the childbearing process and wellness of the family in the childbearing years. Women’s health and wellness is emphasized. Adverse outcomes of pregnancy are presented. Care of the well and hospitalized child and family are discussed. Clinical experiences include acute and ambulatory care settings, as well as community based experiences. Prerequisite: Nursing 1104, Nursing 1105, and Psychology 2237 or consent of instructor (2.5 lecture hours, .5 lab hour, 6 clinical hours)

NURSING 1208 Neuropsychiatric Nursing 5 credit hours Application of the nursing process to management of psychiatric and neuropsychiatric disorders. Mental health enhancement of diverse populations. Not the role of the professional nurse as partner in a multidisciplinary team. Lecture discussion, laboratory, and clinical practice are used as learning experiences. Prerequisite: Nursing 1104, Nursing 1105, and Psychology 2237 or consent of instructor (2.5 lecture hours, .5 lab hour, 6 clinical hours)

NURSING 1210 Transition Course for LPNs to the ADN Program 4 credit hours Advanced concepts and skills used by the Registered Nurse when caring for patients with normal and common health problems requiring perinatal, mental health, and general medical/surgical interventions. Application of the nursing process for health promotion, health maintenance, and disease prevention. Nursing skills and techniques are developed and demonstrated in the nursing skills laboratory. Includes intravenous therapy and medications administered through central lines. Prerequisite: Students must be a licensed practical nurse and provisionally admitted to the ADN program. (2.5 lecture hours, 3 lab hours)

NURSING 1220 Health and Illness Concepts I 5 credit hours Expands upon the essential concepts of health and illness within the context of the four domains: nursing, individual, health, and environment. Emphasis on human response to chronic alterations in multidimensional processes and restoration of homeostasis. Prerequisite: Nursing 1130 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent, Nursing 1160 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent, Microbiology 1420 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent and English 1101 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent or concurrent enrollment in English 1101 and Psychology 2237 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent or concurrent enrollment in Psychology 2237 (2 lecture hours, 6 lab hours)

NURSING 1230 Family Health Concepts I 5 credit hours Conceptual principles and values of providing multidimensional nursing care to individuals, children, and families within the context of the four domains: nursing, individual, health, and the environment. Emphasis on health, wellness, and illness throughout the lifespan. Prerequisite: Nursing 1130 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent, Nursing 1160 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent, Microbiology 1420 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent and English 1101 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent or concurrent enrollment in English 1101 and Psychology 2237 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent or concurrent enrollment in Psychology 2237 (2 lecture hours, 6 lab hours)

NURSING 1305 Pharmacotherapeutics 2 credit hours Concepts necessary for the pharmacological management of common health problems. Includes dosage calculations. Prerequisite: Nursing 1105 or consent of instructor (2 lecture hours)

NURSING 1328 Physical Assessment of the Adult Client 2 credit hours Theory and skills relevant to history taking and physical assessment of adult patients. Head-to-toe assessment of the adult and special populations are included. Prerequisite: Practicing RN or completion of Nursing 1205 or consent of instructor (0.5 lecture hour, 3 lab hours)

NURSING 1840 Independent Study 1 to 4 credit hours Exploration and analysis of topics within the discipline to meet individual student-defined course description, goals, objectives, topical outline and methods of evaluation in coordination with and approved by the instructor. May be taken three times for credit as long as different topics are selected. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor (1 to 4 lecture hours, 0.5 to 1 lab hours)

NURSING 2100 Review of Basic Nursing Skills 0.5 credit hour A laboratory course for ADN students that provides for the practice of nursing skills basic to the practice of nursing. Prerequisite: Nursing 1206 or equivalent or consent of instructor (0.5 lab hour)

NURSING 2109 Medical-Surgical 3 5 credit hours Application of the nursing process in the care of clients of all age groups with cardiovascular, respiratory, and endocrine disorders. Clinical experiences include acute and/or non-acute settings. Lecture, discussion and clinical practice are used as learning experiences. Prerequisite: Nursing 1206 and Nursing 1207 or Nursing 1208 or Nursing 1210, all with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent (2.5 lecture hours, 7.5 clinical hours)

NURSING 2110 Contemporary Issues in Nursing 2 credit hours Current issues and trends in professional nursing are explored. Career opportunities for professional registered nurses are discussed. Components of professional nurse practice act are explored. Prerequisite: Nursing 1206 and Nursing 1207 or Nursing 1208 or Nursing 1210 for ADN Bridge Students. (2 lecture hours)

NURSING 2120 Health and Illness Concepts II 5 credit hours Further explores concepts of health and illness within the context of the four domains: nursing, individual, health, and environment. Emphasis on human response to acute alterations in multidimensional processes and restoration of homeostasis. Prerequisite: Nursing 1220 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent, Nursing 1230 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent, English 1101 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent, Psychology 2237 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent and Speech 1100 or Speech 1120 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent (2 lecture hours, 6 lab hours)

NURSING 2130 Family Health Concepts II 5 credit hours Further explores the conceptual principles and values of providing multidimensional nursing care to individuals, children, and families within the context of the four domains: nursing, individual, health, and the environment. Emphasis on health, wellness, and illness throughout the lifespan. Prerequisite: Nursing 1220 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent, Nursing 1230 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent, English 1101 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent, Psychology 2237 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent and Speech 1100 or Speech 1120 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent (2 lecture hours, 6 lab hours)

NURSING 2160 Pharmacology and Disease Processes 1 credit hour Explores the relationship between medication and disease processes. Emphasis on reactions to medications, both therapeutically and adversely, in order to predict potential drug interactions. Focuses on critically ill patients across the lifespan, emphasizing medication management of intravenous therapy, drug titration, parenteral nutrition, and medication administration via central lines and epidural routes. Prerequisite: Nursing 1220 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent, Nursing 1230 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent, English 1101 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent, Psychology 2237 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent and Speech 1100 or Speech 1120 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent or concurrent enrollment in Speech 1100 or Speech 1120 (1 lecture hour)

NURSING 2201 Medical-Surgical 4 10 credit hours Application of the nursing process in the care of patients of all age groups with burns, gastrointestinal, hepatic, pancreatic, biliary, renal, hematological, immunological, neurological, and sensory (eye/ear) disorders. Integration of theory for the management of acute and chronic conditions including concepts of emergency care, basic first aid, sexually transmitted diseases and domestic violence. Concepts of community nursing including home care are introduced. Clinical experiences include acute and/or non-acute settings. Prerequisite: Nursing 2109 (5 lecture hours, 15 clinical hours)

NURSING 2202 Clinical Decision Making 1 credit hour Cumulative integration of concepts learned throughout the nursing curriculum. Emphasis will be placed on analysis of critical thinking skills and synthesis of clinical decision making through evaluation of case studies and clinical simulations. Prerequisite: Nursing 2109 (1 lecture hour)

NURSING 2320 Complex Health Problems 5 credit hours Development of complex health and illness concepts within the context of the four domains: nursing, individual, health, and environment. Individuals and groups experiencing critical alterations in multidimensional processes and restoration of homeostasis. Prerequisite: Nursing 2120 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent, Nursing 2130 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent, Nursing 2160 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent and Speech 1100 or Speech 1120 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent (2 lecture hours, 6 lab hours)

NURSING 2330 Role of the Nurse II 1 credit hour Synthesis of concepts and core values of the nursing profession within the context of the four domains: nursing, individual, health and environment. Emphasis is placed on leadership, professionalism, collaboration and safety as a member of an interdisciplinary healthcare team in a dynamic healthcare system. Prerequisite: Nursing 2120 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent, Nursing 2130 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent, Nursing 2160 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent and Speech 1100 or Speech 1120 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent (1 lecture hour)

NURSING 2340 Clinical Decision Making Practicum 3 credit hours Assimilation of concepts within the context of the four domains: nursing, individual, health, and environment. Emphasis on accountability for practice, collaboration as a member of the health care team, and management of the care of a group of patients. Prepares the student to transition to the role of registered professional nurse under the guidance and supervision of a nurse preceptor. Prerequisite: Nursing 2320 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent, Nursing 2330 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent and Speech 1100 or Speech 1120 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent (9 lab hours)

NURSING 2350 Nursing Update 7 credit hours Intended for the registered nurse who has been inactive in nursing for a period of time or whose license has lapsed. Theoretical and clinical foundations of nursing practice. Nursing knowledge and skills are applied in acute and/or non-acute settings. Prerequisite: Eligibility for registered nurse licensure in Illinois (4 lecture hours, 9 clinical hours)

NURSING 2860 Internship (Career & Technical Education) 1 to 4 credit hours Course requires participation in Career and Technical Education work experience with onsite supervision. Internship learning objectives are developed by student and faculty member, with approval of employer, to provide appropriate work-based learning experiences. Credit is earned by working a minimum of 75 clock hours per semester credit hour, up to a maximum of four credits. Prerequisite: 2.0 cumulative grade point average; 12 semester credits earned in a related field of study; students work with Career Services staff to obtain approval of the internship by the Associate Dean from the academic discipline where the student is planning to earn credit.

NURSING 2865 Internship - Advanced (Career & Tech Education) 1 to 4 credit hours Continuation of Internship (Career and Technical Education). Course requires participation in Career & Technical Education work experience with onsite supervision. Internship learning objectives are developed by student and faculty member, with approval of employer, to provide appropriate work-based learning experiences. Credit is earned by working a minimum of 75 clock hours per semester credit hour, up to a maximum of four credits. Prerequisite: 2.0 cumulative grade point average; 12 semester credits earned in a related field of study; students work with Career Services staff to obtain approval of the internship by the Associate Dean from the academic discipline where the student is planning to earn credit.

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