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Fall 2023 Course Syllabus
Course: VNSG-1230 (Section: 1, CRN: 91505) Maternal-Neonatal Nursing |
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| Instructor | Joanna Gott | ||||||||
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| Phone | (409) 984-6357 | ||||||||
| Office | Allied Health - Room: 111 | ||||||||
| Office Hours | Office by appointment Mon-Fri 0800-1500 | ||||||||
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| Description | A study of the biological, psychological, and sociological concepts applicable to basic needs of the family including childbearing and neonatal care. Utilization of the nursing process in the assessment and management of the childbearing family. Topics include physiological changes related to pregnancy, fetal development, and nursing care of the family during labor and delivery and the puerperium. | ||||||||
| Required Textbooks |
Textbook Purchasing Statement: A student attending Lamar State College Port Arthur is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from the college-affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent retailer, including an online retailer.
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| Additional Materials/Resources | None | ||||||||
| Corequisites/Prerequisites | VNSG 1204 Foundations of Nursing VNSG 1234 Pediatrics VNSG 1261 Clinical LVN Nursing VNSG 1400 Nursing in Health in Health and Illness I VNSG 1409 Nursing in Health and Illness II VNSG 1462 Clinical LPN Nursing To graduate from the VN Program Students must have a minimum grade of C or better in every course that applies to the Vocational Nursing Certificate plan to graduate. Mandatory Co-Requisite: VNSG 2410 | ||||||||
| Learning Outcomes | In accordance with the mission of LSC-PA, VNSG 1230 assists the student to develop the particular skills, knowledge, and attitudes necessary for success as a vocational nurse. Upon successful completion of Maternal Child Nursing, the student should be able to: 1. Discuss the bio-psycho-socio-cultural needs of the childbearing family. (PSLO Alpha; PSLO 1; PSLO 2; PSLO 3) Measured by: discussions based on assigned readings; clinical case studies; clinical simulations; clinical observations of patient and family interactions 2. Discuss human reproduction and fetal development as related to the normal aspects of childbearing. (PSLO Alpha) Measured by: discussions based on assigned readings; exams; clinical objectives 3. Utilize the nursing process to assist in planning the care of the childbearing family. PSLO Alpha; PSLO 1; PSLO 2; PSLO 4) Measured by: care plans; class and clinical discussions; clinical interactions; case studies 4. Compare and contrast normal physiology of reproductive systems to pathologic variations in the patient with common reproductive/sexual health problems. PSLO Alpha; PSLO 1; PSLO 2) Measured by: discussions, clinical case studies; exams; clinical interactions following VN scope of practice 5. Compare and contrast diagnostic evaluation and treatment of the patient with common reproductive/sexual health problems. (PSLO Alpha; PSLO 2) Measured by: clinical case studies; reading-based discussions; exams 6. Identify common complications of the mother and newborn during prenatal, antenatal, and postnatal periods. (PSLO Alpha; PSLO 2; PSLO 3) Measured by: clinical case studies; classroom discussions and exams based on readings 7. Discuss and implement a plan of care for the patient requiring pain management during the intrapartum period. (PSLO Alpha; PSLO 1; PSLO 2) Measured by: care plan assignments in clinical setting with instructor observations and evaluations; exams based on readings and discussions 8. Relate characteristics of the normal newborn and associated nursing interventions to meet identified health care needs utilizing the nursing process. (PSLO Alpha; PSLO 1; PSLO 2; PSLO 3) Measured by: classroom and clinical discussions based on assigned readings; clinical objectives; clinical rotations and observations in nursery unit Identify, discuss and implement a plan of care for selected womens health issues. (PSLO 1; PSLO 2; PSLO 3) Measured by: care plan activities; clinical case studies; clinical observations and assisting in womens specialty unit while providing care within VN scope of practice; unit exams 9. Demonstrate satisfactory performance of selected nursing skills using principles of safety and asepsis. (PSLO Alpha; PSLO 1; PSLO 3) Measured by: applications of theories of asepsis and infection control in clinical lab and facility settings; clinical evaluation of skills utilizing principles of safety 10. Demonstrate satisfactory performance of selected nursing skills using principles of safety and asepsis. (PSLO Alpha; PSLO 1; PSLO 3) Measured by: applications of theories of asepsis and infection control in clinical lab and facility settings; clinical evaluation of skills utilizing principles of safety 11. Demonstrate competency in medication administration and dosage calculations. (PSLO 1; PSLO 3) Measured by: medication competency exam; observed medication administration in skills lab and clinical; discussions 12. Identify priorities of care according to patients condition. (PSLO 1; PSLO 2; PSLO 3; PSLO 4) Measured by: class and clinical case study discussions; prioritization exercises and exams; care plan activities; clinical simulations 13. Demonstrate an understanding of the legal, ethical, and professional responsibilities inherent in the role of the vocational nurse (PSLO Alpha; PSLO 1; PSLO 3; PSLO 4) Measured by: discussions and exams over readings of Nurse Practice Act; current literature application; interactions in clinical setting | ||||||||
| Program Student Learning Outcomes |
Upon completion of the Vocational Nursing Program graduates will, under the supervision of a professional licensed nurse and/or licensed physician, function in non-complex settings and should be able to: PSLO Alpha: Reading Skills Demonstrates comprehension of content-area reading materials. PSLO 1. Functions within the Scope of Practice for a Vocational Nurse PSLO 2. Demonstrates safe, direct patient care with individuals who have predictable health care needs. PSLO 3. Exhibits professional nursing behaviors. PSLO 4. Cooperates with members of the interdisciplinary health care team to provide evidence-based care. |
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| Lecture Topics Outline |
Week 1: Syllabus Review/Newborn #1 Week 2: Newborn #2 Week 3: STI’s Week 4: OB Exam #1 Passpoint Due 9/18 1130PM Week 5: Labor & Intrapartum #1 Week 6: Labor & Intrapartum #2 Week 7: OB Exam #2 Passpoint Due 10/09 1130PM Week 8: Antepartum #1 Week 9: Antepartum #2 Week 10: OB Exam #3 Passpoint Due 10/30 1130PM Week 11: Female/Male Health Week 12: Postpartum Week 13: OB Activity Week 14: Final Clinical Evaluations/HURST Review Week 15: Final Clinical Evaluations Week 16: OB Final Exam Schedule subject to change at the discretion of the Program Coordinator |
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| Major Assignments Schedule |
Date: 09/19/23 Exam I Time: 0800 Date: 10/10/23 Exam II Time: 0800 Date: 10/31/23 Exam III Time: 0800 Date: 12/12/23 Final Exam Time: 0800 |
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| Final Exam Date | December 12, 2023 - 8:00 AM Through December 12, 2023 - 10:00 AM | ||||||||
| Grading Scale | 90 - 100=A 80 - 89=B 70 - 79=C 60 - 69=D Below 59 = F | ||||||||
| Determination of Final Grade |
1. Examinations are based on course objectives. 2. Course content from the pre-requisite courses will be included on exams as appropriate. 3. ALL unit exams MUST be taken. Make-up exams will NOT be administered under any circumstances other than a College sponsored event. Students scheduled to miss an exam due to participation in a College sponsored event shall provide appropriate documentation to faculty in advance of the exam and are eligible to complete the missed exam. If a student must miss an exam, the student must contact the instructor prior to the exam or within twenty-four (24) hours of the exam. A no-call/no-show for an exam will result in a grade of zero (0).. Students who miss an exam for any unexcused reason shall receive a zero on the exam.. Students who miss an exam due to an excused reason will be provided an exception to the policy and the student will be assigned the grade made on the final exam as the grade for the missed exam. If two exams are missed, the student will be given a zero for the second (2nd) missed exam. The Director or Coordinator of appropriate nursing program will document all exceptions in the students file and notify the course leader if an exception is granted. 4. No exams will be given in advance of the scheduled date and time without approval of the Nursing Program Coordinator or Director. 5. Tests will be administered electronically. Students will be provided with- a. Exam Access Code sheet that also serves as a scratch sheet b. Exceptions for electronic testing include paper dosage tests. 6. Exams will be timed based on question format and course policy. The exam time frame will be provided on the Exam Access Code sheet. Students will only receive credit for answers provided during the allotted time. 7. Computer Lab: a. Students will arrive 5 minutes prior at designated location to sign-in for the exam b. Students arriving 15 minutes late or more will be sent to student success center without additional time for proctored exam c. Allied Health staff member will call student success center to inform them of the student arrival for proctored exam d. All students must wear student ID to access the testing computer lab e. Students will not test without Valid LSCPA Id. f. All belongings (e. g., backpacks, cell phones, electronic devices) will remain in an area outside of the computer lab for the duration of the exam. Students are encouraged to lock valuables in their vehicles during examinations. The Lamar State College Port Arthur Allied Health Department is not responsible for lost or stolen items left in classrooms or hallways. Students are strongly encouraged to take exams as scheduled. No questions may be asked during the exam. Students who arrive late for an exam will not be given additional testing time. Students are prohibited from writing any notes on their scratch sheet of paper until the exam begins. 8. Exam Dress Code: a. Students will be subject to visual inspection by the exam proctor upon arrival to the registration and/or exam room. This includes but is not limited to inspection of the ears, hands/arms, clothing, pockets, etc. b. No head coverings of any kind are allowed, including hats, caps, beanies, or hoods. Exceptions are made for religious / cultural purposes. c. No cardigans, coats, jackets, or any other articles of clothing that may open are allowed in the exam room. Pullovers without pockets are acceptable. d. Scarves and gloves are not allowed in the exam room. 9. During the exam: a. Drinking and eating are not permitted. Hard candies such as peppermints or cough drops are allowed but must be unwrapped prior to the start of the exam. b. Electronic devices (including but not limited to phones, smartwatches, and earbuds) are prohibited during examinations. With the exception of approved earbuds for standardized testing. c. If the exam is interrupted due to technical difficulties additional time will be allotted to the exam. 10. Students are responsible for uploading their exam to the ExamSoft System prior to exiting the examination room. Student will notify proctor of exam completion and exam upload completion. Proctor will view screen to confirm successful completion of exam upload before student leaves testing room. If a student does not upload their exam, he/she will be required to return to the examination room for a manual upload. 11. A preliminary score will be displayed upon uploading the exam to ExamSoft. After uploading their exam, students are to sign out of the testing software. Upon completion of the exam students will submit the Exam Access Code Sheet (scratch sheet of paper) to the exam proctor. Students will return to the registration room and wait for Exam Review with Rationale to begin at the designated time. NOTE: DO NOT wait outside of the exam room if any testing is occurring in the computer labs Violation of the testing policy will result in disciplinary action up to and including possible dismissal from the nursing program. Appropriate adjustments are made for students who meet the criteria of the Americans with Disabilities Act. 10. Evaluation of Examinations: After each exam, the faculty uses psychometric principles to evaluate the examination. Items missed by 50% or more of the class are reviewed. If an item is found to be flawed, the faculty may give credit for more than one answer or nullify the item. That is, if a student answered the item as originally keyed, the student will retain the credit for the item. If a student’s answer differs from the one originally keyed, the student is credited for the nullified item. In other words, everyone gets credit for the item and no one loses credit. 11. Exam Review with Rationales is conducted after each exam to allow students to view incorrect responses and rationales for the exam item. With the exception of final exams. This session is time limited. Students will be allotted a specific number of minutes, based upon the length of the exam (for example, students will have 8 minutes to review missed items on a 50-item exam). Students are not required to attend Exam Review with Rationales. If a student chooses not to attend the Exam Review with Rationales session, the student is not eligible for an individual test review session with an assigned instructor. 14. Students will return to the same exam room and same computer for Exam Review with Rationales. Exam Review with Rationales must be conducted on the same computer as the exam. The same policies listed for testing apply to the Exam Review with Rationale Session. The following rules also apply: a. All belongings must remain in the classroom or the student’s vehicle. b. Students are not allowed to talk amongst themselves during this session. c. Students who arrive late for Exam Review with Rationales will not be given additional review time. d. Students will log into the Review of Rationales using the following steps: · Enter the Exam Password · Enter the Review Password Note: Students only have 3 attempts to enter the correct Review Password. Students are encouraged to request assistance from faculty/proctor after 2 unsuccessful attempts. 12. During the Exam Review with Rationales session: Disruptive behavior will not be tolerated. If students become disruptive, faculty will end the Exam Review with Rationales Session for all students. Upon completion of the Exam Review the students will sign out of the ExamSoft or Examplify application and quietly leave the testing room. 13. If a student scores less than a 75 on a unit examination, the student is required to make an appointment with an instructor prior to the next examination. At that time, the student and instructor will review the examination and, with the assistance of the instructor, identify strategies to improve performance on subsequent examinations. If a student, who scores less than 75 on a unit examination, fails to review with and instructor, 5 points may be deducted from the next unit examination. Students are required to make an appointment prior to the day before the exam. 14. A minimum average of 75%, independent of all other requirements, is necessary to pass this course. Daily activity grades (discussion boards, classroom/computer assignments, etc.) will not be included in grade calculations until a 75% average on exams is achieved. No grades will be rounded until the final course average: this includes the weighted exam average. 15. Late assignment submissions will incur a late point penalty. It is the student’s responsibility to review late policies for each assignment. Previous arrangements between the student and instructor for late work may allow for a reduced late point penalty, but all late submissions will have a late penalty deducted. Refer to the individual course syllabus for any variations from the late penalty deductions.
16. Registration and Payment of Fees for required resources (BON, Pearson VUE etc) are considered as a Pass or Fail Assignment. If the student does not register and pay for these at the scheduled time, the student will receive a “0” on the assignment and may not be allowed to graduate. The following method will be used to determine each student’s grade in the course: Purchase of Required Resources by Deadlines Pass/Fail Assignment Exam I 20% Grade Exam II 20% Grade Exam III 20% Grade Computer/Classroom Average 5% Grade Final Exam 35% Grade The Computer/Classroom Average of 5% will only be figured in if exam average is 75% or greater. Computer/Classroom Grade Average calculations will be as follows: 90-100=100% 80-89=90% 70-79=80% 60-69=70% Less than 60=0 (zero) |
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| Additional Information |
Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the Student Handbookfor consequences of academic dishonesty. These policies will be strictly enforced. Additional policies for this course are listed below: Plagiarism, cheating, and other forms of scholastic dishonesty are prohibited and are grounds for disciplinary action according to the LSC-PA Student Handbook. Anyone who copies more than six consecutive words from a source and does not document the source has committed plagiarism. Students guilty of academic misconduct either directly or indirectly through participation or assistance, are immediately responsible to the instructor of the class. In addition, to other possible disciplinary sanctions which may be imposed through the regular LSC-PA procedures as a result of academic misconduct, the instructor has the authority to assign an F or a zero for the exercise or examination or to assign an F in the course. Electronic devices (including but not restricted to cell phones, MP3 players, and laptop computers) shall not be used during examinations or upon review of exams unless the Special populations’ coordinator has determined that such a device is a reasonable accommodation for a disability. Under any other circumstances, the use of an electronic device during an examination shall be considered academic dishonesty, and will result in appropriate sanctions as outlined in the Course Syllabus, in the Faculty Handbook (Section IX-1) and in the Student Handbook (“Academic Dishonesty”) TEXAS BOARD OF NURSING CHAPTER 213 PRACTICE AND PROCEDURE RULE 213.27 Good Professional Character: (a) Good professional character is the integrated pattern of personal, academic and occupational behaviors which, in the judgment of the Board, indicates that an individual is able to consistently conform his or her conduct to the requirements of the Nursing Practice Act, the Board's rules and regulations, and generally accepted standards of nursing practice including, but not limited to, behaviors indicating honesty, accountability, trustworthiness, reliability, and integrity. |
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| MyLSCPA | Be sure to check your campus email and Course Homepage using MyLSCPA campus web portal. You can also access your grades, transcripts, academic advisors, degree progress, and other services through MyLSCPA. | ||||||||
| Academic Honesty | Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSCPA policies (Academic Dishonesty section in the Student Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty. | ||||||||
| ADA Considerations | The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the the Office for Disability Services Coordinator, Room 231, in the Madison Monroe Building. The phone number is (409) 984-6241. | ||||||||
| COVID 19 Information | The Lamar State College Port Arthur (LSCPA) Student Code of Conduct COVID 19 Policy requires students who have been diagnosed with COVID 19 to report their condition directly to their local health department. Students should also contact their course faculty to report their quarantine status. In addition, this policy requires all students to wear face coverings when directly exposed to COVID 19 in compliance with the criteria included in the policy. For more information please refer to the COVID 19 link on the LSCPA website. | ||||||||
| Facility Policies | No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission. Use of electronic devices is prohibited. | ||||||||
| HB 2504 | This syllabus is part of LSCPA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504. | ||||||||
| Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse and Neglect | As per Texas law and LSCPA policy, all LSCPA employees, including faculty, are required to report allegations or disclosures of child abuse or neglect to the designated authorities, which may include a local or state law enforcement agency or the Texas Department of Family Protective Services. For more information about mandatory reporting requirements, see LSCPA's Policy and Procedure Manual. | ||||||||
| Title IX and Sexual Misconduct | LSCPA is committed to establishing and maintaining an environment that is free from all forms of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, sexual violence, and other forms of sexual misconduct. All LSCPA employees, including faculty, have the responsibility to report disclosures of sexual misconduct, including sexual harassment, sexual assault (including rape and acquaintance rape), domestic violence, dating violence, relationship violence, or stalking, to LSCPA's Title IX Coordinator, whose role is to coordinate the college's response to sexual misconduct. For more information about Title IX protections, faculty reporting responsibilities, options for confidential reporting, and the resources available for support visit LSCPA's Title IX website. | ||||||||
| Clery Act Crime Reporting |
For more information about the Clery Act and crime reporting, see the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report and the Campus Security website. |
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| Grievance / Complaint / Concern | If you have a grievance, complaint, or concern about this course that has not been resolved through discussion with the Instructor, please consult the Department Chair. | ||||||||
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