2011-12 College Catalog - South Florida State College

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NUR 1710C MEDICAL-SURGICAL NURSING FOR
ADULTS AND CHILDREN I
9 cr. hrs. (6 Theory / 9 Clinical-Lab)
This course emphasizes the seven core concepts of the
Associate Degree Nursing program introduced in the
introductory course, Fundamentals of Nursing: competence,
compassion, confidence, conscience, commitment,
communication, and culture. Content areas are based on
current NCLEX-RN® Client Needs Categories. This course
builds on the foundational concepts which prepare you to
apply theoretical knowledge and basic nursing skills when
providing care in meeting the biopsychosocial needs of
clients with common medical surgical problems. Major topics
include: pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, diagnostic
studies, collaborative care, and nursing management of
various diseases and disorders. This course includes theory,
computer-assisted instruction, skills laboratory practice,
simulation, clinical experiences, and standardized testing.
You must earn a fi nal grade of B or higher. Prerequisites:
NUR 1020C and NUR 1141C. Corequisite: NUR 1710L.
Lab Fee. (TR)
NUR 2003C NURSING TRANSITION
7 cr. hrs. (5 Theory / 6 Clinical-Lab)
This course is designed to validate your prior learning
achieved as a LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse). The course
focuses on transitioning from the role of the LPN to the
professional RN (Registered Nurse). Emphasis is placed on
critical thinking, clinical reasoning, and client care based on
the foundational concepts of the associate degree curriculum:
competence, compassion, confidence, conscience,
commitment, communication, and culture. These concepts
will be applied in both the community and clinical settings.
This course includes theory, computer-assisted instruction,
skills laboratory practice, simulation, clinical experiences,
and standardized testing. You must earn a fi nal grade of B
or higher. Corequisite: NUR 2003L. Lab Fee. (TR)
NUR 2005L NURSING ASSESSMENT SKILLS LAB
2 cr. hrs. (6 Clinical-Lab)
This lab gives you the opportunity to learn and practice
history-taking and physical examination skills. Additionally
the lab course focus is on refi ning physical assessment
skills, health promotion techniques, and the use of clinical
assessment tools and current technologies. The course also
increases your ability to accurately document assessment
findings. Nursing Assessment Skills Lab reinforces the
seven core concepts of the Associate Degree Nursing
program: competence, compassion, confidence, conscience,
commitment, communication, and culture. You must earn a
fi nal grade of B or higher. Lab Fee. (TR)
NUR 2209C MEDICAL-SURGICAL NURSING FOR
ADULTS AND CHILDREN II
9 cr. hrs. (6 Theory / 9 Clinical-Lab)
This course reinforces the seven core concepts of
the Associate Degree Nursing program introduced in
previous courses and programs: competence, compassion,
confi dence, conscience, commitment, communication, and
culture. The course focuses on advanced nursing skills when
providing care and meeting the complex needs of clients
across the lifespan. This course includes theory, computerassisted
instruction, skills laboratory practice, simulation,
clinical experiences, and standardized testing. You must
earn a fi nal grade of B or higher. Prerequisite: NUR 2003C
(Transition students only). Corequisites: NUR 2005L and
NUR 2209L. Lab Fee. (TR)
NUR 2403C NURSING CARE OF PARENTS AND IN-
FANTS
4 cr. hrs. (3 Theory / 3 Clinical-Lab)
This course includes the basic nursing concepts required
to care for families within the maternal – newborn hospital/
community setting. You will develop an understanding
of growth and developmental tasks and events, lifestyle,
pathologies, and nursing problems related to the perinatal
and neonatal period in a multicultural society. The concepts
of ethics, rights and responsibilities, collaboration with others,
and social involvement are addressed within the context of
maternal-newborn care. In the laboratory and clinical setting,
you are taught the knowledge and skills relevant to specifi c
pathologies and nursing problems. You must earn a fi nal
grade of B or higher. Prerequisites: NUR 2003C (Transition
students only), NUR 2005L, and NUR 2209C. Corequisite:
NUR 2403L. Lab Fee. (TR)
NUR 2500C NURSING CARE FOR COMMUNITY AND
MENTAL HEALTH
5 cr. hrs. (3 Theory / 6 Clinical-Lab)
This course will build on previously learned mental health
concepts and interpersonal skills and will emphasize
the application of the nursing process in the prevention,
diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of the emotionally
ill individual. The framework for this course is based on the
seven core concepts of the Associate Degree Program.
Particular emphasis will be placed on communication skills.
Primary clinical experiences will be in the dual diagnosis
treatment center, a regional medical center, mental health unit
and behavioral health unit. You will be involved in community
health service projects through various community agencies.
You must earn a fi nal grade of B or higher. Prerequisites:
NUR 2003C (Transition students only), NUR 2005L, and NUR
2209C. Corequisite: NUR 2500L. (TR)
NUR 2802C NURSING PRACTICUM
5 cr. hrs. (3 Theory / 6 Clinical-Lab)
This course is a culmination of all courses in the ADN program.
It allows you to transition from the role of student nurse to
graduate nurse. Focus is on trends and issues to assist you
to be better prepared to practice nursing in today’s world.
The content includes leadership and management skills,
ethical and legal responsibilities, professional growth, and
preparation for licensure. The course provides experience
in the clinical setting for managing and administering care
to clients. You will work under the direct supervision of a
Registered Nurse preceptor. Assigned faculty are available
for guidance and direction to you and/or preceptor. You
must earn a fi nal grade of B or higher. Completion of
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