NURS 102 Concepts of Professional Nursing (3:3:0)
This course is an introduction to selected concepts that contribute to the foundation of the nursing profession and nursing practice. The individual, environment, health and nursing are the four primary phenomena of concern to the nursing profession. The historical and theoretical basis of nursing professional values and knowledge base are introduced in relationship to the changing health needs of society. The unique contribution of Nursing to health care delivery is explored with emphasis on personal, interpersonal and critical decision making skills inherent in the profession. corequisites: BIOL 111, PSY 100, NURS 101.

NURS 290 Special Topics (Semester hours arranged)
These courses are designed to meet specific needs of groups of students or are offered on a trial basis in order to determine the demand for and value of introducing them as part of the university curriculum. Prerequisite: Permission of the chair and the faculty of the Department of Nursing.

NURS 301 Nutrition and Diet Therapy (3:3:0)
This course is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of nutrition and its crucial role in maintaining health and promoting rehabilitation. The course focuses on nutritional and public health; nutrients; metabolism; food sources; food selection for nutritional, psychological and cultural values; and on various therapies for disease conditions. Enrollment is not limited to nursing majors. Prerequisite: BIOL 111, BIOL 112; CHEM 115, 117

NURS 302 Introduction to Community Health Nursing (2:2:0)
The Introduction to Community Health Nursing course is designed to provide students with a foundation for community health nursing practice. The evolution of public health and community health practice will be addressed throughout the course along with the following: health, health care economics, the health care system, levels of prevention, family dynamics, cultural concepts, and the and the community assessment process. Prerequisites: BIOL 111, 112, 424, 461; CHEM 115, 117; CMST 111; ENGL 103; MATH 110; NURS 101, 301; PSY 100, 225; SOC 111.

NURS 304 Gerontological Nursing (2:2:0)
Unique health and nursing needs of older adult clients and their significant others will be explored as well as the political, social, economic, ethical and moral issues that have implications for an aging society. This course is designed to provide basic knowledge in gerontological nursing so that the student is better prepared to assist older adults in realizing their potential for continued growth and better health, regardless of setting or health status. The emphasis is on healthy aging and wellness and for the student to develop a positive perspective on aging. Prerequisite: BIOL 111, 112; ENGL 103; PSY 100, 225; SOC 111.

NURS 305 Health Assessment for Nurses (2:2:0)
This course is designed to provide an overview of the skills necessary to perform comprehensive health assessments. The course focuses on the health history and physical assessment of the well adult client, although problems such as impairment of skin integrity and ineffective airway clearance are also discussed. Prerequisite: BIOL 111, 112; ENGL 103. corequisite: NURS 104.

NURS 306 Health Assessment for Nurses Laboratory (1:0:2.5)
This course is taken with NURS 305 and consists of laboratory experiences designed to enhance the student's ability to apply cognitive and psychomotor skills related to health assessment. Prerequisite: BIOL 111, 112; ENGL 103. corequisite: NURS 103

NURS 307 Introduction to Research in Nursing (3:3:0)
This course is designed to develop an understanding of the fundamental principles of scientific investigation. The basis of study design, methods of data collection and analysis, interpretation of data, and the significance of conclusions to nursing theory and nursing practice are considered. Students will have guided experience in the evaluation and utilization of nursing research. Prerequisites: ENGL 103; MATH 110; NURS 101, 102, 103, 104, 301, 320

NURS 308 Pharmacology: Implications for Nursing Practice (3:3:0)
This course is a study of the use of drugs/medications with respect to mechanism of action, therapeutic uses, side effects, contraindications, interactions, expected outcomes, toxicity/ management of overdose, and safe, effective dosages. Emphasis is placed on lifespan considerations, community-based care, drug prototypes, client teaching, health promotion, economics, and ethical and legal aspects of drug administration. This course may be taken by non-nursing majors. Prerequisite: BIOL 111, 112, 424, 461; CHEM 115, 117; ENGL 103.

NURS 309 Dynamics of Nursing Practice (3:3:0)
In this course the Registered Nurse student will examine various nursing themes and concepts; nursing education; adult education; nursing process; leadership, management, systems theory; and components of the U.S. health care system. Emphasis is placed on effective oral and written communication. Students are expected to refine critical thinking skills and express views in class discussion from readings and material presented. Prerequisite: RN status. (This course replaces NURS 101 Nursing Seminar and NURSÂ102 Concepts of Professional Nursing for Registered Nurse students.)

NURS 320 Introduction to Nursing Practice (5:3:7.5)
This course introduces the student to therapeutic interventions utilized in the helping relationship. Acquisition and application of therapeutic communication and psychomotor skills to the nursing care of individuals is the focus of this course. Prerequisite: BIOL 111, 112, 424, 461; CHEM 115, 117; CMST 111; ENGL 103; MATH 110; NURS 101, 102, 103, 104, 301; PSY 100, 225; SOC 111. corequisite: NURS 302, 304.

NURS 321 Nursing Care of the Childbearing Family (5:3:7.5)
This course focuses on the role of the nurse in promoting the optimal health of the childbearing family. The course is designed to develop and sharpen the student's assessment skills of expectant and new families and of neonates; to further develop the student's formulation of nursing diagnoses; and to give him/her practice in planning, implementing, and evaluating holistic care for the childbearing family. Principles of care, which are fundamental to Maternal-Child Nursing, are developed throughout the course, along with associated clinical skills. Clinical experiences and opportunities will be provided in a variety of acute care and community settings to enable students to apply nursing care principles. Prerequisite: BIOL 111, 112, 424, 461; CHEM 115, 117; CMST 111; MATH 110; NURS 101, 102, 103, 104,Â301, 302, 304, 320; PSY 100, 225; SOC 111. corequisite: NURS 307, 308.

NURS 322 Nursing Care of Children, Adolescents, and Families (5:3:7.5)
The focus of this course is to provide an opportunity for the student to learn about the developmental health needs of children and their families. Current trends and nursing skills are stressed regarding the physical and emotional needs of infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, school-age children, adolescents, and the families. Growth and development of the child and the family are discussed. Nursing care of relevant pathological conditions is derived through the application of critical thinking and the nursing process. Prerequisite: BIOL 111, 112, 424, 461; CHEM 115, 117; CMST 111; ENGL 103; MATH 110; NURS 101, 102, 103, 104, 301, 302, 303, 304, 307, 308; 320; PSY 100, 225; SOC 111. corequisite: NURS 307, 308.

NURS 323 Nursing in Transition I
This is a transition course for licensed practical nurses which includes the study of selected health needs related to infants and childbearing families and to children, adolescents and families. This theory is applied in a clinical component. The following concepts are also applied in the clinical component: critical thinking communication skills, group interaction, beginning leadership and management skills, and theoretical rationale for nursing interventions. Prerequisites: BIOL 111, 112, 424, 461; CHEM 115, 117; CMST 111; ENGL 103; MATH 110; NURS 301; PHYS 101; PSY 100, 225, SOC 111; NURS 102,Â302, 304, 307, 308 and successful completion of NLN ACE I (Foundations of Nursing) and ACE II (Child and Childbearing) Exams.

NURS 324 Nursing in Transition II
This is a transition course for licensed practical nurses which included the study of selected health needs related to adult health care. This theory is applied in a clinical component. The following concepts are also applied in the clinical component: critical thinking, comm8unication skills, group interaction, beginning leadership and management skills, and theoretical rationale for nursing interventions are explored. A clinical component is included. Prerequisites: BIOL 111, 112, 424, 461; CHEM 115, 117; NURS 102, 103, 104, 304,Â307, 308 and successful completion of NLN ACE I (Foundations of Nursing) and ACE II (Adult Client) Exams.

NURS 400 Senior Seminar (1:1:0)
This is a seminar course which focuses on developing personal roles as professional practitioners through an examination of contemporary issues and career opportunities. Prerequisite: BIOL 111, 112, 424, 461; CHEM 115, 117; CMST 111; ENGL 103; MATH 110; NURS 101 (Basic students only),Â102, 103, 104,Â(323, 324 LPN students only), 301, 302, 304, 307, 308, 309 (RN students only), 320, 321, 322, 421, 422; PSY 100, 225; SOC 111.

NURS 420 Analysis of Aging (3:3:0)
This course is designed to analyze the aging process with a multidisciplinary approach. Physiological, psychological, and sociological factors which influence the individual's response to aging are studied. This course is geared for students preparing for health disciplines. Enrollment is not limited to nursing majors. Prerequisites: BIOL 111, 112; PSY 100, or permission of the instructor.

NURS 421 Adult Health Nursing I (6:3:11.25)
This course focuses on maximizing the health of adults and older adults and their families experiencing responses to altered nutrition, skin integrity, immune function, endocrine function, gastrointestinal function, urinary elimination, and sexual and reproductive function. Emphasis is placed on the development of clinical decision making skills, utilization of nursing research, leadership skills, health promotion, treatment of illness, and rehabilitation. This course builds upon knowledge gained from nursing and other disciplines pertaining to the holistic care of adults and older adults. The clinical component of this course allows the direct application of theory to practice. Clinical laboratory experiences will be provided in acute and community based settings. Prerequisite: BIOL 111, 112, 424, 461; CHEM 115, 117; CMST 111; ENGL 103; MATH 110; NURS 101, 102, 103, 104, 301, 302,Â304, 307, 308, 320; PSY 100, 225; SOC 111.

NURS 422 Adult Health Nursing II (6:3:11.25)
This course focuses on maximizing the health of adults and older adults experiencing responses to altered cardiac function, peripheral tissue perfusion, respiratory function, neurologic function,and visual and auditory function. Emphasis is placed on the development of clinical decision making skills, health promotion, leadership skills, utilization of nursing research, treatment of illness, and rehabilitation. This course builds upon knowledge gained from nursing and other disciplines pertaining to the holistic care of adults and older adults. The clinical component of this course allows the direct application of theory to practice. Clinical laboratory experiences will be provided in both acute care and community based settings. Prerequisite: BIOL 111, 112, 424, 461; CHEM 115, 117; CMST 111; ENGL 103; MATH 110; NURS 101, 102, 103, 104, 301, 302, 304, 307, 308, 320; PSY 100, 225; SOC 111.

NURS 423 Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing (5:3:7.5)
The course is based on selected theories of normal and abnormal behavior, psychiatric disorders, treatment modalities and the therapeutic use of self with growing knowledge of self-awareness and self-acceptance. Critical thinking, as well as the nursing process are applied in caring for clients (individuals, families, groups) both in the acute care and community settings. Prerequisite: BIOL 111, 112, 424, 461; CHEM 115, 117; CMST 111; MATH 110; PSY 100, 225; SOC 111; NURS 101 (Basic students only), 323, 324 (LPN students only), 301, 302, 303, 304, 305, 306, 307, 308, 320, 321, 322, 421, 422.

NURS 424 Community Health Nursing in Practice (5:3:7.5)
The Community Health Nursing in Practice course provides opportunities for senior nursing students to holistically care for families, aggregates, and communities as clients. Concepts inherent to community health nursing practice build on prior and concomitant theory and clinical course content. Prerequisite: BIOL 111, 112, 424, 461; CHEM 115, 117; CMST 111; ENGL 103; MATH 110; NURS 101 (Basic students only), (323, 324 LPN students only), 102, 103, 104, 301, 302, 304, 307, 308, 309 (RN students only), 320; 421, 422; PSY 100, 225; SOC 111. corequisite: NURS 423.

NURS 481 Senior Internship (Semester hours arranged; minimum 2 credit, 112.5 hours)
This course is designed to facilitate professional development and/or transition into practice. Experiences provide for continuous clinical exposure that will assist the student in further development of the nursing generalist role and/or build upon previously attained nursing knowledge and skills. Opportunities for leadership and management development, as well as decision-making are encouraged through participation in the delivery of health services and nursing care. Prerequisite: BIOL 111, 112, 424; CHEM 115, 117; CMST 111; MATH 110; PSY 100, 225; SOC 111; NURS 101 (Basic students only), 102, 103, 104, (323, 324 LPN students only), 301, 302, 303, 304, 307, 308, 309 (RN students only), 320, 321, 322, 421, 422, 423, 424.

NURS 485 Independent Study (Semester hours arranged)
This course will provide the opportunity to identify and explore in depth a nursing area of special interest to the student. This study will be under the guidance of a faculty member. Prerequisites: approval by the chair and faculty of the Department of Nursing.

NURS 486 Field Experience and Internship-School Nursing (3:0:9)
This course is designed to serve as a field experience for students pursuing certification in school nursing. In addition to validating competencies learned in prerequisite courses, students will have an opportunity to become familiar with the role of the school nurse in various settings and to apply cognitive, affective, and psychomotor skills in an actual practice environment. Experience will be provided in preschool, K-8, and senior high school levels. Prerequisites: NURS 490, HLTH 360 or 539; PSED 161 or 509 or 510, 242 or 516.

NURS 490 School Nursing (3:3:0)
This course is designed to provide an overview of the skills needed to function as a school nurse. Topics addressed include the well child and the child with special needs. Introduction to screening programs will be addressed.