2006-07 Catalog Archive (Archived July 31, 2006)

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Course Descriptions

NUR102
Nursing Freshman Seminar
Provides a general introduction to the nursing profession and an orientation to the Penn College nursing program requirements and opportunities. A variety of topics are introduced, including: an overview of the curriculum and future projects, the history of the profession of nursing, aspects of socialization into the nursing role, education pathways, and the range of options available to nurses today. Models of nursing practice are explored. The Penn College mission and philosophy as well as the mission and philosophy of the nursing program will be discussed. 1 Credit (1 Lecture - 0 Lab)

NUR117
Credentials Proven By Licensure (LPN)
This course exists for the purpose of verifying transfer of nursing credits only. Eligible candidates who submit a notarized copy of the display portion of their current, valid LPN license to the Admission Office at Penn College, will be credited with thirteen (13) nursing credits after the successful completion of NUR223, Transition into Registered Nursing. The total nursing credits earned by successful completion of NUR 223 (3 credits) and presentation of licensure will award 16 credits. This is the same total nursing credits earned in the first year of the ADN program. 13 Credits (13 Lecture - 0 Lab) Scheduled by Special Arrangement.

NUR153
Development of the Caregiver Role
Development of basic nursing knowledge. Emphasis is placed on legal and ethical issues, therapeutic communication techniques, and nursing skills necessary for meeting the basic needs of adult clients including personal care and hygiene, comfort, safety, mobility, rest, nutrition, and asepsis. At the completion of this course, the student will be eligible to sit for the Nurse Aide Exam and obtain related employment in a variety of health care settings. In addition, this course prepares the student for further study at the Practical Nurse level. 7 Credits (4 Lecture - 9 Lab) Corequisite(s): BIO115 and ENL111. Fall-First 8 Weeks.

NUR154
Introduction to Practical Nursing Concepts
An orientation to the Practical Nursing Program including its philosophy and objectives. The role and responsibilities of the student Practical Nurse are introduced. Physical, social, emotional and psychological needs, and developmental characteristics are studied across the age span from birth to death. Client needs, health concepts, and early foundational knowledge of the body systems are explored. The process of developing, implementing, and evaluating care plans is introduced. In addition, math for pharmacology is introduced, along with the study of drug preparation and administration. 7 Credits (4 Lecture - 9 Lab) Prerequisite(s): NUR153. Corequisite(s): BIO115 and ENL111. Fall-Second 8 Weeks.

NUR163
Nursing Care of the Adult I
Utilizing a systems approach, a focus is on the chronic problems associated with common, non-emergent disorders. The acute aspects of these diseases are also discussed. Nursing interventions appropriate to the adult client with these problems are introduced. Effective interpersonal communication skills with clients, families, and members of the healthcare team are expected. Pharmacology principles and rationale are applied during supervised medication administration. Individualization of client care is developed through the formation and implementation of client-centered care plans. The student is expected to function progressively as a contributing member of the nursing team while caring for assigned clients with needs of varying complexity in an acute care setting. 8 Credits (4 Lecture - 12 Lab) Prerequisite(s): NUR154. Corequisite(s): BIO125. Spring Only.

NUR164
Nursing Care of the Adult II
Utilizing a systems approach, the focus is on the more acute problems with associated emergent disorders, and their effect on the adult client. Chronic, long-term impact associated with these disorders is also addressed. The use of effective interpersonal communication skills with clients, their families, and members of the health care team is expected. Pharmacology principles and rationale continue to be applied during supervised medication administration. Students will develop and implement client-centered care plans. The student is expected to function progressively as a contributing member of the nursing team while caring for assigned clients with needs of moderate complexity in the acute setting. 8 Credits (4 Lecture - 12 Lab) Prerequisite(s): NUR154. Corequisite(s): BIO125. Spring Only.

NUR173
Nursing Care of the Adult III
This course is a continuation of the systems approach, with discussion of the more complex medical surgical disorders and their effect on adult clients. Mental health concepts and issues and trends in nursing are addressed. Clinical rotations are planned to support these specialties. Greater independence in initiating all phases of the nursing process, incorporating health teaching, and identifying referral resources will be evaluated during clinical rotations. The ability to build on and transfer theoretical knowledge from the classroom to the clinical area is paramount as the student progresses through this course. 6 Credits (4 Lecture - 6 Lab) Prerequisite(s): NUR163 and NUR164. Corequisite(s): PSY111. Summer Only.

NUR174
Maternal Child Health Nursing
Family centered maternity nursing and the nursing care of children are the primary areas of focus during this course. Students will be scheduled for observational experiences in labor and delivery while nursing care of the newborn and postpartum clients will be assigned on the postpartum units in the acute care setting. Prenatal and postnatal clients may be seen during observational rotations in clinics and physician's offices. Understanding of growth and development is necessary when caring for children during the pediatric rotations, which are assigned in various settings including acute care, physician's offices, and day care centers. Students are expected to apply all related theoretical concepts as they administer safe, effective nursing care to all assigned clients, and as they prepare to graduate. 6 Credits (4 Lecture - 6 Lab) Prerequisite(s): NUR163 and NUR164. Corequisite(s): PSY111. Summer Only.

NUR180
Foundations of Nursing
Introduces the student to basic principles of nursing practice through utilization of the nursing process and the concept of adaptation. Review of basic physiological and psychosocial responses to illness and care of the patient utilizing basic analytical thought processes and the nursing process are conducted throughout the lecture/discussion component of the course. Restricted to NR students. 8 Credits (5 Lecture - 9 Lab) Corequisite(s): BIO115 and PSY111.

NUR181
Adult Medical-Surgical Nursing I
Nursing care of adult clients exhibiting simple health care problems is explored. Students continue developing skill in use of the nursing process to identify client problems. Assessment of the client is continued. Beginning level critical thinking skills utilized in planning, implementing and evaluating care are developed. Restricted to NR students. 8 Credits (4 Lecture - 12 Lab) Prerequisite(s): BIO115 and NUR180. Corequisite(s): BIO125 and PSY203.

NUR202
Introduction to Professional Nursing
Provides a basic introduction to the conceptual underpinnings of the practice of nursing and of the Penn College nursing curriculum. In addition, the curriculum threads of the Penn College nursing program are highlighted individually and as an aggregate. To this end the course will explore the concepts of: lifelong learning, community focus, dignity and worth of all life, critical thinking and problem solving, hands-on learning, cultural competence, and ethical practice. In addition this course provides students with a variety of introductory information, tools, and skills on which to build their nursing practice. Two major elements of the course are an introduction to therapeutic communication skills and an introduction to the nursing process. An initial overview of methods to access professional literature and practice references is offered as well. Opportunity to observe the role of the registered nurse in a practice setting is provided in this course. 3 Credits (3 Lecture - 0 Lab) Prerequisite(s): NUR102.

NUR211
Fundamentals of Nursing
Introduces the basic principles of nursing practice through the utilization of the nursing process and the concept of critical thinking. An overview of basic physiological and psychosocial responses to illness is presented in the lecture/discussion component of the course. Nursing care of adult clients exhibiting simple health care problems is also discussed. Care of the client utilizing basic analytical thought processes and the nursing process is explored through the clinical experience. Basic physical assessment skills are utilitized to identify health problems of adult clients. The concept of critical thinking is explored in relationship to decision-making in developing individualized nursing care plans. Nursing research is examined as a basis for nursing care decisions. 8 Credits (4 Lecture - 12 Lab) Prerequisite(s): BIO125 and ENL121 and HTH310 and NUR202 and PSY203 and SOC111 or BIO125 and ENL201 and HTH310 and NUR202 and PSY203 and SOC111. Corequisite(s): NUR212 and NUR383.

NUR212
Fundamentals of Nursing Lab
Introduces the basic skills of nursing practice through the utilization of theory and kinesthetic learning principles. Lecture, discussion, and demonstration are utilized to assist development of proficiency in performing basic nursing skills. The concept of critical thinking is explored in relationship to decision-making in performing nursing skills with regard to individual client needs. The course will continue developing skill in use of the nursing process to identify actual and potential client problems and cite appropriate interventions. Nursing research is examined as a basis for nursing care decisions. 2 Credits (1 Lecture - 3 Lab) Prerequisite(s): BIO125 and ENL121 and HTH310 and NUR202 and PSY111 and SOC111 or BIO125 and ENL201 and HTH310 and NUR202 and PSY111 and SOC111.

NUR219
Adult Medical-Surgical Nursing II
Nursing care of adult clients exhibiting more complex health needs is explored through lecture, discussion and clinical experiences. This course enables the student to further develop critical thinking skills while assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating care of the adult client. Restricted to NR students. 5 Credits (3 Lecture - 6 Lab) Prerequisite(s): BIO125 and NUR181 and PSY203 or BIO125 and NUR117 and NUR223 and PSY203 or BIO125 and NUR126 and PSY203. Corequisite(s): NUR226 and NUR284.

NUR223
Transition into Registered Nursing
This course is designed to facilitate the entry of the Practical Nurse into the second year of the Pennsylvania College of Technology Nursing program. The focus of the course is directed toward assisting the practical nurse in making the transition to the registered nurse student role. The nursing process forms the foundations for the development of skills basic to practice as a registered nurse student. Throughout this course, the role of the associate degree nurse as provider of care, communicator, client advocate and educator are emphasized. Successful completion of NUR 223 with a grade of "C" or better is required for acceptance into Advanced Credit Status in the Nursing Program. Eligibility for licensure as a Practical Nurse in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania required before enrolling in this course. 3 Credits (2 Lecture - 3 Lab)

NUR226
Adult Medical-Surgical Nursing III
A continuation of Adult Medical-Surgical Nursing II, this course explores nursing care of the adult client with emphasis on the most complex health needs. Students continue to develop critical thinking skills while assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating care of the adult client at an accomplished level. Restricted to NR students. 5 Credits (3 Lecture - 6 Lab) Corequisite(s): NUR219 and NUR285.

NUR280
Childbearing Nursing
Nursing care of clients experiencing a normal pregnancy or a pregnancy at risk are explored. Common obstetrical problems of increasing complexity are studied. Students assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care of the childbearing client. Students care for the mother, fetus, and neonate during normal pregnancies. Social and environmental influences are addressed, as well as pharmacological and nutritional factors. 3 Credits (2 Lecture - 3 Lab) Prerequisite(s): BIO125 and NUR181 and PSY203 or BIO125 and NUR117 and NUR223 and PSY203 or BIO125 and NUR126 and PSY203. Corequisite(s): NUR281 and NUR282 and NUR283.

NUR281
Nursing Care of Children
Nursing care of healthy children and those exhibiting common health problems are explored. This course helps the student develop skill in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the care of children. Students will apply age appropriate communication skills and nursing strategies as they interact with children of different ages in a variety of clinical settings. Normal growth and development principles and their application are included in the course content. Restricted to NR students. 3 Credits (2 Lecture - 3 Lab) Prerequisite(s): BIO125 and NUR181 and PSY203 or BIO125 and NUR117 and NUR223 and PSY203 or BIO125 and NUR126 and PSY203. Corequisite(s): NUR280 and NUR282 and NUR283.

NUR282
Psychosocial Nursing
This course is designed to offer students the opportunity to give care to clients exhibiting psychosocial health problems. Students will develop skills in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating care of the client with psychosocial needs. Communication skills will be applied to establish a therapeutic nurse-client relationship. Emphasis will be placed on identifying the client's coping responses and maximizing strengths to promote adaptation. 3 Credits (2 Lecture - 3 Lab) Prerequisite(s): BIO125 and NUR181 and PSY203 or BIO125 and NUR117 and NUR223 and PSY203 or BIO125 and NUR126 and PSY203. Corequisite(s): NUR280 and NUR281 and NUR283.

NUR283
Topics for Nursing Practice
Select current nursing issues are introduced in this discussion-oriented course. Special consideration is given to topics of concern for students entering the nursing profession. Ethical, legal and cultural considerations; special practice issues; socialization into nursing; career planning; lifelong learning and caregiver concerns are highlighted. 2 Credits (2 Lecture - 0 Lab) Prerequisite(s): BIO125 and NUR181 and PSY203 or BIO125 and NUR117 and NUR223 and PSY203. Corequisite(s): NUR280 and NUR281 and NUR282.

NUR284
Essentials of Pharmacology I
This is the first of two pharmacology courses which will provide an overview of various drug classifications through examination of prototypes for specific drug categories. This study will include discussion of the pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, therapeutic efforts, untoward reactions and nursing implications related to the administration of selected medications. Students will be expected to write a pharmacological profile based on a client's medication regimen. Restricted to NR students. .50 Credit ( .50 Lecture - 0 Lab) Prerequisite(s): NUR181 or NUR126 or NUR117 and NUR223. Corequisite(s): NUR219.

NUR285
Essentials of Pharmacology II
This is the second of two pharmacology courses which will provide an overview of various drug classifications through examination of prototypes for specific drug categories not covered in NUR 284. This study will include discussion of the pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, therapeutic efforts, untoward reactions and nursing implications related to the administration of selected medications. Students will be expected to write a pharmacological profile based on a client's medication regimen. Restricted to NR students. .50 Credit ( .50 Lecture - 0 Lab) Prerequisite(s): NUR181 or NUR126 or NUR117 and NUR223. Corequisite(s): NUR226 and NUR284.

NUR302
Credentials Proven By License
This course exists for the purpose of verifying transfer of nursing credits only. Eligible candidates who submit a notarized copy of the display portion of their current, valid R.N. license to the Admissions Office at Penn College, will be credited with 33 nursing credits. NUR 302 credits will be held in escrow until successful completion of NUR 327 or NUR 412. These 33 nursing credits reflect the candidate's ability to meet the A.D. level nursing course requirements by virtue of his/her license. Candidates must meet all Penn College baccalaureate program admission requirements prior to acceptance into the B.S.N. program. 33 Credits (33 Lecture - 0 Lab)

NUR303
Adult Health Nursing I
Nursing care of adult clients exhibiting more complex health needs is explored through lecture, discussion, and clinical experiences. Critical thinking activities interspersed throughout the course as well as a focus on research and evidence-based nursing interventions provide the level of cognitive ability needed to function in the role of a baccalaureate prepared nurse. 8 Credits (4 Lecture - 12 Lab) Prerequisite(s): BIO201 and NUR211 and NUR212. Corequisite(s): NUR352 and NUR380.

NUR305
Holistic Perspectives of Health and Wellness
This course offers health career students the opportunity to explore the concepts of caring, healing and wellness from a holistic perspective. The application of alternatives from traditional models will be examined. 1 Credit (1 Lecture - 0 Lab) Scheduled by Special Arrangement.

NUR307
Women's Health Issues
This course provides students with an opportunity to examine current health issues and health care services as they affect women. Unique perspectives on women's lifestyles and health are examined as they interrelate with family, the environment and society. 1 Credit (1 Lecture - 0 Lab) Scheduled by Special Arrangement.

NUR310
Philosophy of Professional Nursing
This RN/BSN transition course is designed to assist the registered nurse student in developing and achieving professional perspective. A collaborative approach to learning with inter-group dialogue is utilized. Emphasis is on the current health care delivery system, concepts of professionalism, theories of role transition and an introduction to nursing theory and research. Admission to the BSN major or permission of the Director of Nursing is required to take this course. 3 Credits (3 Lecture - 0 Lab) Prerequisite(s): CSC110 and ENL121 or CSC110 and ENL201. Corequisite(s): SPC101 or SPC201. Scheduled by Special Arrangement.

NUR327
Community Health Nursing
Students will examine the theoretical bases of community nursing, community health issues and the role of nursing in providing care to individuals, families and groups in the community. The role of preventive and promotive health teaching for individuals, families and the community is addressed. Several community based projects and the opportunity for students to design portions of the clinical experience, under the direction of the instructor, highlight the application component of this course. Course assignments will focus on development of environmental awareness and its relationship to health, group perspective and associated nursing interventions. Issues related to epidemiology, health policy, community resources, the nursing process as related to community health issues including program planning, family health, public health, and home care will be addressed in classroom and/or clinical experiences. Clinical observations and preceptor guided clinical experiences are required. Written and oral communication skills receive intensive emphasis throughout the course. Course consists of a classroom and clinical component. 4 Credits (2 Lecture - 6 Lab) Corequisite(s): NUR310 or NUR303 and NUR330 and NUR340 and NUR352.

NUR330
Obstetrical Nursing
Nursing care of clients experiencing a normal pregnancy or a pregnancy at risk is explored through lecture, discussion, and clinical experiences. Critical thinking skills are utilized while focusing on health promotion and management of risk factors in client care situations during the prenatal, intrapartum and postpartum periods. Current nursing research and evidence-based nursing interventions provide the level of cognitive ability needed to function in the role of a baccalaureate prepared nurse. 4 Credits (2 Lecture - 6 Lab) Prerequisite(s): NUR211 and NUR212 and NUR352.

NUR340
Pediatric Nursing
Nursing care of healthy children and adolescents as well as those exhibiting common health problems will be explored. Concepts related to growth and development as well as the physiology utilized to identify norms and deviations in the health status of children and adolescents will be incorporated in course content. Age appropriate communication skills, evidence-based nursing strategies, and critical thinking skills for professional interaction with children of different ages in a variety of clinical settings are integrated into the classroom and clinical components. 4 Credits (2 Lecture - 6 Lab) Prerequisite(s): NUR211 and NUR212 and NUR352.

NUR351
Case Management in Nursing
This course introduces students to the topics of case management in nursing. Nursing case management is an approach which focuses on the coordination, integration, and direct delivery of patient services and places internal controls on the resources used for care. Case management balances the cost and quality components of nursing service and patient care outcomes in the acute care hospital setting as well as outpatient and community-based environments including Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) arrangements. Topics that will be examined include the historical perspective of health care delivery, the evolution of case management and contemporary models of case management. Special emphasis will be placed on the roles of the case manager, collaboration between disciplines, and evaluative methods in case management. 3 Credits (2 Lecture - 3 Lab) Scheduled by Special Arrangement.

NUR352
Teaching and Learning Concepts and Strategies
This course will introduce the nursing student to a variety of teaching and learning concepts that apply to all learners. Special focus will be placed on the issues of teaching and learning in the patient centered environment. Techniques and strategies that will enhance the learning process for pediatric, obstetric, adult, and geriatric clients will be explored. Emphasis will be placed on using critical thinking skills to identify problems and develop practical solutions within the client-centered environment. 3 Credits (3 Lecture - 0 Lab) Scheduled by Special Arrangement.

NUR360
The Role of the Health Care Provider Related to Death and Dying
The course explores the role of the nurse and other health care professionals in the provision of care for the dying patient. The student will be provided an opportunity to explore personal feelings, as well as the professional, spiritual and ethical issues surrounding the care of the dying patient and his/her family. Palliative care choices will be analyzed from a multidisciplinary perspective. The course will also give the student insight into the implications for nursing and health care practice of how different cultures view and experience death and dying. 1 Credit (1 Lecture - 0 Lab) Scheduled by Special Arrangement.

NUR361
Informatics in Health Care Delivery
This course will provide an introduction to various computerized information systems, such as: HIS (hospital information systems), NIS (nursing information systems), medical information databases, and bedside computing systems. The emphasis will be the application of these information systems to professional health care. 1 Credit (1 Lecture - 0 Lab) Prerequisite(s): CSC110. Scheduled by Special Arrangement.

NUR370
Focus on Gerontology
This course will offer an exploration of issues that arise when rendering nursing care to elderly clients. Areas of focus include: biological, psychological, social, legal and ethical issues. The health care delivery systems of acute care, long-term care, and home nursing/community care all face many changes which will affect the elderly. Nursing issues for each area will be explored. Emphasis will be placed on prevention, stabilization and restorative nursing concepts. Nursing management issues will also be explored. 1 Credit (1 Lecture - 0 Lab) Scheduled by Special Arrangement.

NUR374
Critical Thinking for Nursing
This course provides students with an opportunity to analyze their individual personal thinking styles. Critical thinking is defined and dimensions of the skills necessary to achieve a quality of decision making and problem solving are addressed. Group work facilitates the development of standards and provision of feedback for particular clinical situational issues and problems. 2 Credits (2 Lecture - 0 Lab) Scheduled by Special Arrangement.

NUR380
Pharmacology in Health Care
This course will provide a major review of all drug classifications as well as an in-depth study of prototypes specific to each drug category. This in-depth study will include discussion of the pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, therapeutic effects, untoward reactions, and food/drug interactions of these medications, as well as pertinent legal and ethical aspects of medication administration. Students will be expected to write a pharmacological profile based on a client's medication regime or on a predesignated group of drugs. 3 Credits (3 Lecture - 0 Lab) Prerequisite(s): BIO125. Scheduled by Special Arrangement.

NUR381
Health Promotion in Health Care
This course introduces students to concepts related to the encouragement of positive health changes among individuals and groups. Health promotion is defined by Pender (1987) as "increasing the level of well being and self actualization of a given individual or group." Health promotion addresses the current health care issues of cost, increased life expectancy, and maintaining and/or improving one's quality of life. Topics to be explored include the changing populations and health; health policy and the health care delivery system; relevant ethical issues; individual, family, and community health assessment; and health education strategies. 3 Credits (3 Lecture - 0 Lab) Prerequisite(s): NUR352. Scheduled by Special Arrangement.

NUR383
Advanced Physical Assessment
This course will provide the student with the knowledge and beginning skills to perform an advanced physical examination on clients. This knowledge will be incorporated with related pathophysiological processes to common abnormalities. Interviewing techniques and basic head-to-toe physical assessment will be reviewed. The course will then concentrate on the focused systems assessments necessary for providing care to clients across the lifespan. Students will be expected to perform an advanced physical assessment upon a designated client and effectively communicate such findings. The integration of laboratory findings, pathophysiology, and physical exam findings will also be addressed. 3 Credits (3 Lecture - 0 Lab) Scheduled by Special Arrangement.

NUR391
Independent Study in Current Nursing Issues and Trends
The Independent Study in Nursing is designed to provide the RN student an opportunity to investigate further a current nursing related issue or trend. Under the direction of a nursing faculty member, the student contracts for learning experiences based upon collaboratively developed learning objectives. Learning goals and objectives for the course must be approved prior to commencement of the semester in which the independent study is undertaken. Admission to the BSN major or permission of the Director of Nursing is required to take this course. 1 Credit (1 Lecture - 0 Lab) Prerequisite(s): NUR310. Scheduled by Special Arrangement.

NUR412
Explorations in Clinical Practice
Clinically based experience with options for either new or advanced clinical practice areas of focus, include (but not limited to) Geriatrics, Home Health, Public Health, Families with Children, ICU/CCU, Industrial Health, School Nursing, Medical-Surgical Nursing, Emergency Nursing, Oncology, Renal Disease, and Mental Health. Students will provide interventions for health promotion and facilitate adaptive responses to acute and chronic health problems at various stages across the life span. Clinical practicum will be arranged through a student-initiated preceptor. Advanced clinical options will be discussed. (Formerly NUR411) 4 Credits (2 Lecture - 6 Lab) Prerequisite(s): NUR327 and NUR352 and NUR383 or NUR326 and NUR352 and NUR383. Scheduled by Special Arrangement.

NUR420
Mental Health Nursing
This course will offer the opportunity to learn about psychosocial health problems, providing for the development of skills in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating care of clients exibiting psychosocial needs. Communication skills will be applied in establishing a therapeutic nurse-client relationship. Emphasis will be placed on identifying the client's coping responses and maximizing strengths to promote adaptation. Critical thinking skills will be applied in the process of planning and providing care for clients and their support persons. Nursing research is examined as a basis for developing evidence-based nursing interventions utilizing current methodologies. 4 Credits (2 Lecture - 6 Lab) Prerequisite(s): NUR303 and NUR352 and NUR380. Corequisite(s): NUR327.

NUR430
Adult Health Nursing II
Nursing care of adult clients exhibiting the most complex health needs is explored through lecture, discussion and clinical experiences. Critical thinking activities interspersed throughout the course as well as a focus on research and evidenced-based nursing interventions provide the level of cognitive ability needed to function in the role of a baccalaureate prepared nurse. 8 Credits (4 Lecture - 12 Lab) Prerequisite(s): NUR303. Corequisite(s): NUR461 and NUR495.

NUR460
Philosophy, Ethics, and Integrity in Health Care
This course will be a discussion-oriented seminar allowing the student to explore and articulate their own values and beliefs surrounding current health care issues. Ethical decision-making and analysis of potential conflicts between personal and professional obligations will be discussed. 1 Credit (1 Lecture - 0 Lab) Scheduled by Special Arrangement.

NUR461
Leadership and Management in Nursing
This course introduces students to the topic of Leadership and Management within the discipline of nursing. Leading and managing are two essential expectations of all professional nurses. To lead and to manage successfully, nurses must possess not only knowledge and skills, but also a caring and compassionate attitude. This course will merge nursing theory, research and practical application in key leadership and management areas. The topics to be explored include strategies in planning, goal setting and marketing, problem solving and decision making, managing time, leading and organizing groups of people, team building, care delivery systems and learning how to utilize empowerment in nursing. 3 Credits (3 Lecture - 0 Lab) Prerequisite(s): NUR327 and NUR352. Scheduled by Special Arrangement.

NUR465
Transcultural Nursing
This course is designed to offer students an introduction to basic transcultural nursing concepts. Areas of focus include: self assessment of cultural biases, differentiation between the terms, culture, ethnicity, cultural diversity, minority, and race; and specific transcultural concepts with regard to nursing practice. Components of a thorough cultural assessment will also be discussed. Several different cultures will be explored regarding differences in communication, use of personal space, social organization, time, environmental control, and biological variations. Special nursing issues will include a comparison in pain response, gender differences, childbearing and child-rearing practices between certain cultures. Nursing interventions will be examined to enhance the nurse's ability to provide culturally sensitive and appropriate individualized nursing care. Written and oral communication skills receive intensive emphasis throughout the course. This course has been designated as a cultural diversity (CUL) course. This specification means that cultural issues receive intensive emphasis throughout the course. 3 Credits (3 Lecture - 0 Lab) (Cultural Diversity) Scheduled by Special Arrangement.

NUR491
Independent Study in Professional Nursing
The Independent Study in Nursing provides an individualized opportunity to investigate further an area of interest in nursing practice, research, theory or education based on the student's particular interests. Under the direction of a nursing faculty member, the student demonstrates creativity and initiative to contract for learning experiences based upon learning objectives. Scholarly papers, professional projects, and practice-based interventions are possible. 3 Credits (3 Lecture - 0 Lab) Prerequisite(s): NUR310. Scheduled by Special Arrangement.

NUR495
Research and Theory in Clinical Practice
This end-of-program course focuses on completion of a scholarly project that offers students the opportunity to synthesize knowledge for evidence-based nursing practice. Concepts related to nursing research are utilized to facilitate students' analysis and integration of educational and professional knowledge and experiences. Recognition of the interrelationship of practice, theory and research is emphasized. The process of accessing and critiquing scholarly literature is emphasized to enable the student to become an informed consumer of nursing research. This course has been designated as a writing-enriched (WRT) course. A WRT specification means that written and oral communication skills receive intensive emphasis throughout the course. 4 Credits (4 Lecture - 0 Lab) Prerequisite(s): MTH160 and NUR412 or MTH160 and NUR327. Corequisite(s): NUR461. (Writing Enriched)