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Spring 2019 Course Syllabus
Course: RNSG-1424- Section: 01 Concept-Based Transition to Professional Nursing Practice |
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| Instructor | Cynthia Ford Arceneaux | ||||||||
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| Phone | (409) 984-6361 | ||||||||
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| Description | Integration of previous health care knowledge and skills into the role development of the professional nurse as a provider of patient-centered care, patient safety advocate, member of health care team, and member of the profession. Emphasis is on clinical decision-making for patients and their families. Review of selected health care and professional nursing concepts with application through exemplars. Health care concepts include comfort, diversity, elimination, functional ability, human development, mobility, nutrition, sensory perception, sleep, coping, thermoregulation, tissue integrity, acid-base balance, clotting, cognition, fluid and electrolyte balance, gas exchange, immunity, metabolism, nutrition, grief, and perfusion. Professional nursing concepts include clinical judgment, communication, ethical-legal, evidence-based practice, health promotion, health information technology, patient-centered care, patient education, professionalism, safety, teamwork and collaboration. Introduces concepts of leadership and management. This course lends itself to a concept-based approach. | ||||||||
| Prerequisites | Admission to Upward Mobility Nursing Program | ||||||||
| Learning Outcomes |
Communication skills: Students will demonstrate effective written, oral and visual communication. Critical Thinking Skills: Students will engage in creative and/or innovative thinking, and/or inquiry, analysis, evaluation, synthesis of information, organizing concepts and constructing solutions. Empirical and Quantitative Skills: Students will demonstrate applications of scientific and mathematical concepts. Teamwork: Students will demonstrate the ability to work effectively with others to support a shared purpose or goal and consider different points of view. Social Responsibility: Students will demonstrate intercultural competency and civic knowledge by engaging effectively in local, regional, national and/or global communities. Personal Responsibility: Students will demonstrate the ability to connect choices, actions and consequences to ethical decision-making. |
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| Core Objectives |
In accordance with the mission of Lamar State College - Port Arthur, this course encourages the student to develop the particular skills, knowledge, and attitudes needed for success in the field of Associate Degree Nursing. Upon successful completion of the course, the student should be able to: 1. Utilize a systematic process to analyze selected health care concepts to manage care for diverse patients across the lifespan. (PSLO Alpha; PSLO 2, PSLO 3) Measured by: reading-based discussions; exams based on readings; quizzes; case studies; lab performance 2. Describe the interrelatedness among health care concepts to assist in developing clinical judgement. (PSLO Alpha; PSLO 2, PSLO 3) Measured by: reading-based discussions; exams based on readings; quizzes; case studies; lab performance 3. Describe the attributes and roles of the professional nurse including leadership, management and principles of delegation. (PSLO Alpha; PSLO 1, PSLO 2, PSLO 3, PSLO 4) Measured by: reading-based discussions; exams based on readings; quizzes; case studies; lab performance 4. Apply a systematic problem solving process for the development of clinical judgement. (PSLO Alpha; PSLO 1, PSLO 2, PSLO 3) Measured by: reading-based discussions; exams based on readings; lab performance 5. Discuss the legal-ethical parameters for professional nursing practice including the Nursing Practice Act and the American Nurses Association (ANA) Code of Ethics as related to selected exemplars. (PSLO Alpha; PSLO 1, PSLO 2, PSLO 4) Measured by: reading-based discussions; exams based on readings; quizzes; case studies; lab performance 6. Utilize professional communication techniques in providing patient-centered care and collaborating with members of the health care team. (PSLO Alpha; PSLO 2, PSLO 4) Measured by: reading-based discussions; exams based on readings; lab performance 7. Identify health promotion needs for diverse patients across the life-span. (PSLO Alpha; PSLO 1, PSLO 2, PSLO 4) Measured by: reading-based discussions; exams based on readings; quizzes; case studies; lab performance |
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| Program Student Learning Outcomes |
Upon completion of the Upward Mobility Nursing Program graduates will be able to: PSLO Alpha: Reading Skills Demonstrates comprehension of content-area reading materials. PSLO 1. Adhere to standards of practice within legal, ethical, and regulatory frameworks of the professional nurse while promoting safety and quality improvement as an advocate and manager of nursing care. PSLO 2. Use a systematic problem-solving process to provide individualized, evidence-based nursing care and coordinate care for a limited number of patients who have complex needs in various health care settings demonstrating knowledge of delegation, management, and leadership skills. PSLO 3. Use clinical reasoning and knowledge based upon the nursing program of study, evidence-based practice outcomes, and research based policies and procedures for decision-making, demonstration of skills with patient care technologies and information systems, and providing comprehensive, safe patient care. PSLO 4. Coordinate, collaborate and communicate with diverse patients, families and the interdisciplinary health care team to plan, deliver, and evaluate evidence-based safe care that reflects the value and ethics of the nursing profession. |
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| Textbooks |
Ackley, B. & Ladwig, G. (2017). Nursing diagnosis handbook: An evidence-based guide to planning care (11th ed). St. Louis, MO: Mosby-Elsevier. Giddens, J (2017). Concepts for nursing practice. (2nd ed.). St. Louis, MO: Elsevier. HESI Case Studies: Complete RN Collection. (2014). Elsevier. HESI (2017). HESI comprehensive review for the NCLEX-RN examination (5th Ed.). St. Louis: Elsevier. Lewis, S., Bucher, L., Heitkemper, M. & Hardin, M. (2017). Medical-Surgical nursing, assessment and management of clinical problems. (10th ed.). St. Louis, MO. Elsevier. Lilley, L., Collins, S. & Snyder, J. (2017). Pharmacology and the nursing process (8th ed.). St. Louis, Mo. Elsevier Lippincott NCLEX-RN PassPoint Powered by PrepU: Study software for NCLEX-RNฎ Perry, S., Hockenberry, M., Lowdermilk, D. & Wilson, D. (2018). Maternal child nursing. (6th ed). St Louis, MO: Elsevier. Rischer, K. (2015) Think like a nurse: Practical preparation for professional practice. (2nd ed.). Silvestri, L. A. (2017). Saunders comprehensive review for the NCLEX-RN examination (7th Ed.). St. Louis: Elsevier. Swift River Online. Taber's Cyclopedic Medical Dictionary. (23rd ed). (2017). Philadelphia: F.A. Davis. Townsend, M & Morgan, K. (2017). Essentials of psychiatric mental health nursing (7th ed.).Philadelphia, PA. F.A. Davis Company Zerwehk, J. & Garneau, A. (2018). Nursing today: Transitions and Trends (9th ed). St. Louis, MO: Saunders |
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| Lecture Topics Outline |
Week 1 (January 22, 2019): Orientation, Syllabus Week 2 (January 29, 2019): Acid Base Balance; Clotting Week 3 (February 5, 2019): Fluid Electrolyte Balance/ RN Specialty ADN Mobility Exam Week 4 (February 12, 2019): Perfusion Week 5 (February 19, 2019): Exam I; Comfort Week 6 (February 26, 2019): Nutrition; Elimination Week 7 (March 5, 2019): Gas Exchange; Thermoregulation Week 8 (March 11-15, 2019): Spring Break Week 9 (March 19, 2019): Tissue Integrity/Metabolism Week 10 (March 26, 2019): Communication, Sensory Perception, Sleep Week 11 (April 2, 2019): Exam II; Teamwork and Collaboration Week 12 (April 9, 2019): Coping, Cognition, Functional Ability Week 13 (April 16-17, 2019): Immunity, Health Promotion, Patient Education, Leadership and Management Week 14 (April 23, 2019): Exam III; Mobility Week 15 (April 30, 2019): Clinical Judgment, Patient-Centered Care, Professionalism, Ethical & Legal Week 16 (May 7, 2019): Diversity, Human Development Week 17 (May 13, 2019): Final Exam |
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| Major Assignments Schedule |
HESI Specialty Exam: PN-ADN Mobility Tuesday 02/05/2019 Unit Exam I Tuesday 02/19/2019 Unit Exam II Tuesday 04/02/2019 Unit Exam III Tuesday 04/23/2019 Final Exam Tuesday May 13, 2019 Time: 1300 Time: 0800 Time: 0800 Time: 0800 Time: 0800 Week 1 (January 22, 2019): Orientation, Syllabus Week 2 (January 29, 2019): Acid Base Balance; Clotting Week 3 (February 5, 2019): Fluid Electrolyte Balance/ RN Specialty ADN Mobility Exam Week 4 (February 12, 2019): Perfusion Week 5 (February 19, 2019): Exam I; Comfort Week 6 (February 26, 2019): Nutrition; Elimination Week 7 (March 5, 2019): Gas Exchange; Thermoregulation Week 8 (March 11-15, 2019): Spring Break Week 9 (March 19, 2019): Tissue Integrity/Metabolism Week 10 (March 26, 2019): Communication, Sensory Perception, Sleep Week 11 (April 2, 2019): Exam II; Teamwork and Collaboration Week 12 (April 9, 2019): Coping, Cognition, Functional Ability Week 13 (April 16-17, 2019): Immunity, Health Promotion, Patient Education, Leadership and Management Week 14 (April 23, 2019): Exam III; Mobility Week 15 (April 30, 2019): Clinical Judgment, Patient-Centered Care, Professionalism, Ethical & Legal Week 16 (May 7, 2019): Diversity, Human Development Week 17 (May 13, 2019): Final Exam |
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| Final Exam Date | May 13, 2018 - 8:00 AM Through May 13, 2018 - 10:00 AM | ||||||||
| Grading Scale | 90-100 = A 80-89 = B 75-79 = C 74-60 = D 59 or Below = F | ||||||||
| Determination of Final Grade |
Examinations are based on course objectives. Course content from the biological and behavioral sciences as well as previous nursing knowledge is included on exams as appropriate. Students are strongly encouraged to take exams as scheduled. 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. No make-up unit exams are given. The numerical grade attained on the Comprehensive Final exam is substituted for any missed unit exam(s). A specified amount of time will be set for testing. No questions may be asked during the exams. No hats/caps/hoodies/smart watches/personal possessions other than keys, earbuds, and a pencil may be brought in to the exam. Students who arrive after the exam starts, but before it ends, may take the exam without penalty. No additional time is provided for late arrivals and student should come in quietly taking the first available seat. Once the exam period ends from the scheduled start time the student who arrived late must exit the exam. Questions unanswered will be counted wrong. Test times for exams will be set up for 80 seconds per question. At the end of the allotted time, the computer will not record any further answers. 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. When an item is nullified, the key is changed so that all answers are credited as correct. That is, if a student answered the item as originally keyed, the student will retain the credit for the item. If a students 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. Test grades will not be available for a minimum of 24 hours post-test. If a student scores less than 75% on a unit examination, the student MUST make an appointment within one week with one of the course faculty. During the conference the student and instructor will review the examination and, with the assistance of the instructor, identify factors that may have contributed to the student's poor performance and identify strategies to improve performance on future examinations. Any challenge to exam questions must be presented on provided form within 24 hours of the review of the exam. Disputed exam items must be submitted by the student along with proposed answer supported by documentation from the current textbook, handouts, and/or lecture reference material. During the exam review there should be no discussions with faculty or other students. The following method will be used to determine each students grade in the course: o Activities 15% (Discussion Boards, Group Presentations, Assignments, Case studies, Quizzes, Specialty Exams) o Exam I 20% o Exam II 20% o Exam III 20% o Final 25% Daily Activity Grades (example: Discussion Board posts, etc.) will not be included in grade calculation until 75% weighted exam average is achieved. Final exams are not available for review by the student and Final exam grades are not posted. Completion of PassPoint Mastery Level assignments are some of the mandatory Pass/Fail assignments. All Pass/Fail Assignments must be completed in a satisfactory manner or it will result in a course failure. A final course grade of 75% and successful completion of ALL Pass/Fail assignments is necessary for a student to pass this course. Late assignment submissions will incur a late point penalty. In most courses the late penalty will be a deduction of ten points if turned in within the first 24 hours after the assignment due date. If the assignment is turned in between 24 and 48 hours late a 25 point penalty will be deducted. Any assignment submitted after 48 hours will be assigned a zero for the 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. Required assignments and specific dates for work to be turned in must be met by the student. Unless turned in by the deadline there will be a drop in grade for lateness. Previous arrangements between the student and instructor for late work may allow for a reduced late point penalty. Grammar and sentence structure, spelling, legibility, neatness and following directions as to organization are related to acceptable quality in both written and oral assignments. Written work is expected to follow the most current American Psychological Association (APA) format. HESI Exam/Remediation (Pass/Fail Assignment) All Essential Topic Packs must be completed on topics student scores less than 950 on Recommended Topic Packs should be completed to fulfill the required remediation time Score less than 700 = 3 hours of remediation Score of 701 850 = 2 hours of remediation Score of 851 949 = 1 hour of remediation Score of 950 or greater = no remediation HESI remediation deadline will be established by individual clinical instructor based upon the required number of topics and remediation time. Late Assignments: Unless an assignment is turned in by the deadline there will be a late penalty deducted for lateness without exception. A late penalty of ten points will be deducted if turned in within the first 24 hours after the assignment due date. If the assignment is turned in between 24 and 48 hours late a 25 point penalty will be deducted. After 48 hours, a zero will be assigned for the assignment. Previous arrangements between the student and instructor for late work may allow for a reduced late point penalty. |
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| Course Policies | |||||||||
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Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission. No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom. Electronic devices (including but not restricted to cell phones, MP3 players, smart watches and laptop computers) shall not be used during examinations unless specifically allowed by the instructor. Use of electronic devices during normal class hours distracts other students, disrupts the class, and wastes valuable time. Instructors have an obligation to reduce such disruptions. Students should turn their phones to vibrate before they enter the classroom. No cell phones should be visible during class without faculty permission. Use of tobacco products is prohibited on all LSCPA properties at any time. Additional classroom policies include: Students and faculty of the Lamar State College-Port Arthur Upward Mobility Nursing Program are expected to assist in maintaining a classroom environment that is conducive to learning. To assure that faculty have the opportunity to teach and students have the opportunity to benefit from time spent in class, unless otherwise approved by the instructor, students are prohibited from engaging in distracting classroom behavior. The following behaviors may result in the student being asked to cease the action, lose five (5) points on the next exam, and/or leave the classroom or labs: Inappropriate and/or disruptive use of cell phones or other electronics Talking or sleeping while the instructor is giving instructions or during class discussions/presentations; Displaying a rude or negative attitude/behavior to the instructor or other students; Counseling for repetitive tardiness. The following expectations apply to all courses: Promptness is expected. Students should be on time for all classes and return from breaks promptly. Students are expected to come to didactic, lab, and clinical experiences prepared and present as sincere, adult learners. Pre-course assignments may be required for admission into class. Phone calls and/or text messages should be returned only during scheduled breaks. Cell phones must be on vibrate in the classroom and off and out of reach during testing and test reviews. In the event of an emergency, family can contact students through the AH Secretary, Upward Mobility Program Coordinator, or Department Chair. If students must leave the classroom during content presentations they must wait until the break to return to the classroom. On-campus computers should only be used for classroom work. All information shared by other students and instructors will remain confidential and should not be shared with others outside of the classroom or lab environment. Students should not engage in side-bar discussions during classroom, exam reviews, clinical, and lab. Comments should be directed to the faculty in charge of the classroom, clinical, or lab time. All students are expected to actively participate in all discussions, activities, and exercises. Students are expected to be open to new ideas and experiences and to step outside of their comfort zone. A positive attitude is expected and comments should give supportive feedback. The classroom, clinical, and lab environment is a judgment-free zone. Students are responsible for their actions and are responsible for learning as much as possible from the experiences provided. Students are encouraged to seek assistance from peers and faculty when needed to be successful. Student support of each other in the learning environment is encouraged and expected. Supportive relationships with each other will allow a more positive learning environment to enable all to work together as a team and develop professionally. Homework assignments completed during classroom sessions will result in a grade of zero. Students are also expected to follow the guidelines and policies in the LSC-PA Upward Mobility Nursing Student Handbook. If a student is unable to maintain these expectations or stated program requirements, dismissal from the program may occur. |
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| Attendance Policy |
Attendance at all scheduled classes and clinical experiences is expected. Research has shown that consistent class and clinical attendance contributes to successful completion of not only the Upward Mobility Nursing Program, but also passing the NCLEX-RN. Regular attendance is an essential function of any job in nursing. Students who regularly miss class or clinical clearly demonstrate their refusal to be accountable to report to work regularly. It is the students responsibility to notify the instructor prior to any absence. If the student is missing a clinical, classroom or lab day, s/he must notify the faculty. Late arrival to class is disruptive. Students who consistently arrive after the scheduled starting time of class (2 or more times) will be counseled and a plan of action determined. Class will begin promptly at the scheduled time. Students who arrive ten (10) minutes after the beginning of class should not enter the classroom and should wait until break to enter. Repetitive tardiness will result in a 5 point deduction on next exam grade. A student who is absent from course activities for three (3) days or more, without notification to faculty, may be withdrawn from the program by the program director. Students on campus but not in class are considered absent. It is the students responsibility to submit a completed student excuse form upon return to class following an absence, tardy, or leaving class early. Failure to do so will result in a declaration of no call, no show and may result in the student being dismissed from the program. It is the students responsibility to notify the 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 the faculty or call the faculty office and leave a voicemail. Clinical Uniforms are to be worn at all times while in the skills/simulation lab. The program coordinator has the right to initiate the administrative withdrawal of any student whose attendance, conduct, scholastic abilities, attitude or lack of aptitude for registered nursing makes it inadvisable for that student to continue in the program. |
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| Academic Honesty | Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSC-PA policies (Section IX, subsection A, in the Faculty Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty. | ||||||||
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| 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. | ||||||||
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| HB 2504 | This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504. | ||||||||