Undergraduate - Herzing University

(PN) PRACTICAL NURSING (ALABAMA)PN 105 Anatomy and Physiology I for NursingThis is the first course in a two-course sequence which examines the structure and function of the human body and the mechanisms ofhomeostasis. Topics include: cells; tissues; the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems; and special senses. 4.00 credit hours.Corequisite: PN 105L Anatomy and Physiology for Nursing I Lab.PN 105L Anatomy and Physiology I for Nursing LabThis is the lab to portion of Anatomy and Physiology I for Nursing. Laboratory exercises are conducted that support and enhance lecture topics.1.00 credit hour. Corequisite: PN 105 Anatomy and Physiology I for Nursing.PN 108 Foundations of NursingThis course provides the basis upon which all other nursing courses are built. The history of nursing introduces the student to the origin anddevelopment of nursing practice and the theories and scientific principles upon which the profession is built. Concepts integrated throughoutthe course include: cultural diversity; nutrition; critical thinking; physiological and psychosocial needs of the individual; legal and ethicalissues; and communication. Focus is placed on the nursing process, nursing principles in disease, wellness, and safety with emphasis placedon patient goals and outcomes. 6.00 credit hours. Prerequisites: PN 105 Anatomy and Physiology I for Nursing, PN 111 Patient Assessment,and PN 112 Pharmacology.PN 109 Foundations of Nursing ClinicalThe students will begin their orientation in caring for adult (elderly) clients. They will actively participate in the daily care for the client includingbed-making, assisting with hygiene, and assisting in providing nutrition, ambulation, and companionship in the lonely patient population. 1.00credit hours. Corequisite: PN 108 Foundations of Nursing.PN 111 Patient AssessmentThis course provides students with the opportunity to learn content and skills related to taking histories and providing physical examinations.Students have the opportunity to practice communication techniques related to taking histories and skills required to perform accuratephysical examinations. Learning opportunities are directed toward all age groups with a focus on the adult population. Emphasis is placedon the identification, clustering, and analysis of symptoms. Assessment will focus on physical and psychosocial aspects of functioning as wellas the process of growth and development. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking skills in relation to the identification and analysis of healthalterations. Formulation of pertinent nursing diagnoses and related documentation will be stressed. 1.5 credit hours. Corequisite: PN 105Anatomy and Physiology I for Nursing.PN 112 PharmacologyThis course introduces students to the science of pharmacology. Emphasis is placed on the basic pharmacologic concepts related to the deliveryof medications, dosage calculations, forms and techniques of administration, and safe practice. Learning activities are designed to ensurecompetence in both oral and written communication regarding drugs and their administration. 1.5 credit hours. Prerequisite: MA 107College Algebra.PN 212 Medical Surgical NursingThis course provides content instruction on the care of adults experiencing alterations in health, using a body systems approach. Focus is placedon recognizing and performing appropriate nursing interventions and developing critical thinking skills required to provide effective nursingcare in a safe manner. Concepts of nutrition, communication, cultural diversity, legal/ethical issues, and psychosocial concerns are suitablyintegrated throughout the course. Content also includes health promotion and patient teaching, with emphasis on the nursing process, nursingevaluation and interventions, and pharmacology and therapeutic communication. 6.00 credit hours. Prerequisites: PN 108 Foundations ofNursing and PN 109 Foundations of Nursing Clinical.PN 213 Medical Surgical Nursing ClinicalThis medical surgical nursing clinical allows the student a hands-on experience in caring for patients with different disease processes andundergoing different surgical procedures. Students will recognize and apply appropriate nursing interventions to care for specific clientsin these populations, both pre-operatively and post-operatively. The student will demonstrate knowledge in regards to normal versusabnormal findings and intervene appropriately according to hospital policy and procedure protocols. 2.00 credit hours. Prerequisite: PN 109Foundations of Nursing Clinical. Corequisite: PN 212 Medical Surgical Nursing.PN 222 Maternal and Child NursingThis course focuses on content related to the practical nurse to meet physiological, psychosocial, cultural and developmental needs of maternaland child clients. Antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum care are emphasized. Content related to complications of pregnancy, newborncare, growth and development, pediatric care, and health alterations of the pediatric client are presented. Nutritional and pharmacologicalUNDERGRADUATE Course descriptions 447