Fall 2023 Course Syllabus
Course: VNSG-1230 (Section: 1, CRN: 91505)
Maternal-Neonatal Nursing 		LSCPA Logo Image
Instructor Information
Instructor Deborah Lawson
Email lawsondg@lamarpa.edu
Phone (409) 984-6360
Office Allied Health - Room: 128
Office Hours
M-F 8-3 or by appointment
Additional Contact Information
Course Information
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.

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.

Linnard-Palmer, Luanne. Coats, Gloria, (2021). Safe Maternity and Pediatric Nursing Care (2nd ed.). Philadelphia: F. A. Davis ISBN # 9780803697348
Linnard-Palmer, Luanne. Coats, Gloria, (2021). Study Guide for Safe Maternity and Pediatric Nursing Care (2nd ed.). Philadelphia: F. A. Davis ISBN #9780803697362
Williams, Linda, Hopper, Paula, (2023) Understanding Medical-Surgical Nursing (7th ed.) Philadelphia: F.A. Davis ISBN # 978-1-7196-4458-7
Williams, Linda, Hopper, Paula, (2023). Study Guide for) Understanding Medical-Surgical Nursing (7th ed.) Philadelphia: F.A. Davis ISBN # 978-1-7196-4459-4
Burton, M., Smith, D. Ludwig, L. (2023). Study Guide for Fundamentals of Nursing Care, Concepts, Connections and Skills for Nursing (4th ed.). Philadelphia: F.A. Davis ISBN #9781719644563
Burton, M., Smith, D. Ludwig, L. (2023). Fundamentals of Nursing Care, Concepts, Connections and Skills for Nursing (4th ed.). Philadelphia: F.A. Davis ISBN # 978-1-7196-4455-6
Zerwekh, Jo Ann (2022) Study Guide for the NCLEX-PNEXAM ((9th ed.) Elsevier ISBN 978-0-323-76002
Doenges, Marilyn E., Moorhouse, Mary Frances, Murr, Alice C., (2022). Nurse's Pocket Guide-Diagnoses, Prioritized Interventions, and Rationales (16th ed.). Philadelphia: F.A. Davis ISBN #978-1-7196-4307-8
Van Leeuwen, Anne M., Bladh, Mickey Lynn, (2021). Comprehensive Manual of Laboratory and Diagnostic Tests (9th.). Philadelphia: F.A. Davis ISBN#9781719640589
Vallerand, April Hazard, Sanoski, Cynthia A., (2022). Davis's Drug Guide for Nurses (18th ed.). Philadelphia: F.A. Davis ISBN# 9781719646406
Myers, Ehren (2020) LPN Notes: Nurse's Clinical Pocket Guide (5th ed). Philadelphia: F.A. Davis ISBN# 9780803699748
Taber's Cyclopedic Medical Dictionary 21st ed (2021) Philadelphia: F.A. Davis ISBN# 9781719642859
 
Online HESI Case Studies: Complete PN Collection (1 Year Version)
  • Course ID: 10370_jgott12_1001
Swiftriver Online-Purchase information to follow

Davis Advantage    VNSG 1230 class ID code:  580811012585835977X
                                 VNSG 2410 class ID code: TBA

NCLEX® PN Pass Point: Please note: No other NCLEX® PN Review will be accepted. You must   
              use the NCLEX® PN Pass Point access code provided to you for this class.
              Pass Point access code for   VNSG 1230-01 class:87C6DA7F
                                                                VNSG 2410-01 class: 9D0D2C7D

*Students are required to pay for the Texas Board of Nursing Fees and Pearson Vue fees promptly by assigned due date in order to graduate
Please Note!

Any Computer program must be accessed using your LSCPA email unless otherwise instructed.  It is the student’s responsibility to ensure they are enrolled in the proper courses for PassPoint, Evolve HESI, and SwiftRiver. Instructors will not allow submissions to be turned in from a previous course.

1230 Topics covered prior to each exam will be opened until the night before the exam.

Additional Materials/Resources
N/A

Corequisites/Prerequisites
  • VNSG-1204 Foundations of Nursing
  • VNSG-1234 Pediatrics
  • VNSG-1261 Clinical (LPN Training)
  • VNSG-1261 Clinical - Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
  • VNSG-1400 Nursing in Health and Illness I
  • VNSG-1409 Nursing in Health and Illness II
  • VNSG-1462 Clinical-Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
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 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 1; PSLO 2; PSLO 3) 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 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 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 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 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 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 1; PSLO 2; PSLO 3) Measured by: classroom and clinical discussions based on assigned readings; clinical objectives; clinical rotations and observations in nursery unitIdentify, discuss and implement a plan of care for selected women’s health issues. (PSLO 1; PSLO 2; PSLO 3) Measured by: care plan activities; clinical case studies; clinical observations and assisting in women’s 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 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 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 patient’s 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 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 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.
 

Lecture Topics Outline
 
Week 1:   Syllabus Review/Newborn Lecture #1
Week 2:   Newborn Lecture#2
Week 3:   STI’s Lecture
Week 4:   OB Exam #1 Passpoint Due 9/18 1130PM
Week 5:  Labor & Intrapartum Lecture #1
Week 6:   Labor & Intrapartum Lecture #2
Week 7:   OB Exam #2 Passpoint Due 10/09 1130PM
Week 8:   Antepartum Lecture #1
Week 9:   Antepartum Lecture #2
Week 10: OB Exam #3 Passpoint Due 10/30 1130PM
Week 11:  Female/Male Health Lecture
Week 12:  Postpartum Lecture
Week 13: OB Activity
Week 14:  Final Clinical Evaluations/HURST Review
Week 15:  Final Clinical Evaluations
Week 16:  OB Final Exam
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

Final Exam Date December 12, 2023 - 8:0 AM   Through  December 12, 2023 - 12:0 PM
Grading Scale 90-100 = A        80-89 = B        75-79 = C        74-60 = D     Below 60 = F
Determination of
Final Grade
 
he 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.
Course Policies
Instructor Policies  I will not discuss your grades over the phone or by email. If you want to discuss your grades, you must come to my office, in person.
Attendance Policy
Nursing in Health and Illness VNSG 1230 and the clinical component of this course may consist of online & in class lectures, labs, and assignments. Schedules may be changed at the discretion of the faculty and vocational nursing coordinator.
Students should check their emails and blackboard daily to ensure changes have not been made
All attendance policies are in effect whether conducted online or in the classroom setting.
Research has shown a cause and effect relationship between attendance and college success.
 
Policies for this course are described below:
1. Because poor attendance is a leading reason for termination from a job in all areas of employment, attendance at all scheduled classes is expected.
2. A student who is absent from course activities for more than three (3) days without notification to the faculty may be dropped from the program by the Program Director. Students on campus but not in class are considered absent. Students who do not attend scheduled live virtual activities will be counted absent.
3. Late arrival to class is disruptive. Students who consistently arrive after the beginning of the class (3 or more times) will be counseled and a plan of corrective action determined. Class will begin promptly at the scheduled time. Students who arrive fifteen (15) minutes after the beginning of class should not enter the classroom and should wait until break to enter. A student who is tardy two (2) times in VNSG 1230 will result in a 5-point deduction from the next exam grade.
4. It is the student’s responsibility to notify all Level 3 instructor of any absence. If the student is unable to contact the instructor(s), the student should call 409- 984-6356 or 1-800-477-5872 ext. 6356. The student should also email ALL Level 3 faculty or call the faculty office and leave a voicemail.
5. In addition to notifying instructors, students must submit a Student Excuse Form, upon the first day of return, each time the student is absent, delayed from attending or must depart early from class, clinical or lab. Failure to complete the Student Excuse Form will result in a declaration of a No Call, No Show for the number of days absent and may result in the student being dismissed from the program.
6. Lab jackets are to be worn at all times while in the skills lab.
7. Simulation/Computer Lab Assignments are mandatory. Failure to attend will result in a Zero for that assignment.
8. The Program Director or Department Chair has the right to initiate the administrative withdrawal of any student whose attendance, conduct, scholastic abilities, attitude or lack of aptitude for Vocational Nursing making it inadvisable for that student to continue in the program.

Additional Information See Addendum
Institutional Policies
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.
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.
Department Information
Allied Health
Chair:Shirley MacNeill
Email:macneisb@lamarpa.edu
Phone:(409) 984-6365