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Spring 2023 Course Syllabus
Course: RNSG-1228 (Section: 1, CRN: 10109) Introduction to Health Care Concepts |
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| Instructor | Cynthia Ford Arceneaux | ||||||||
| arceneauxce@lamarpa.edu | |||||||||
| Phone | (409) 984-6361 | ||||||||
| Office | Allied Health - Room: 126 | ||||||||
| Office Hours | As posted and by appointment">As posted and by appointment">As posted and by appointment | ||||||||
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| Description | An introduction to concept-based learning with emphasis on selected pathophysiological concepts with nursing applications. Concepts include acid-base balance, fluid and electrolytes, immunity, gas exchange, perfusion, metabolism, coping, and tissue integrity. This course lends itself to a concept-based approach. | ||||||||
| 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.
Required: Halter, M. (2022). Varcarolis’ Foundations of Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing (9th ed). Elsevier. ISBN: 9780323697071 Harding, M. (2022). Lewis’s Medical-Surgical Nursing – Clinical Companion (12th ed). Elsevier. ISBN: 9780323792431 HESI Next Gen Exams Testing Package HESI Case Studies: Complete RN Collection. (2021). Elsevier. HESI (2023). HESI comprehensive review for the NCLEX-RN examination (7th Ed.). Elsevier. ISBN: 9780323831932 Lewis, S., Bucher, L., Heitkemper, M. & Hardin, M. (2023). Medical-Surgical nursing, assessment and management of clinical problems (12th ed.). Elsevier. ISBN: 9780323789615 Lilley, L., Collins, S. & Snyder, J. (2023). Pharmacology and the nursing process (10th ed.). Elsevier. ISBN 9780323827973 Lippincott NCLEX-RN PassPoint Powered by PrepU: Study software for NCLEX-RN® ISBN: 9781469809359 McKinney, E. (2022). Maternal-Child Nursing (6th ed). Elsevier. ISBN 9780323697880 Nugent, P. & Vitale, B. (2020). Test success: Test-taking techniques (9th ed.). F. A. Davis. ISBN: 9781719640022 Silvestri, L. A. (2023). Saunders 2022-2023 Clinical Judgment and Test-Taking Strategies (7th ed). Elsevier. ISBN: 9780323763882 Silvestri, L. A. (2023). Saunders comprehensive review for the NCLEX-RN examination (9th ed). Elsevier. ISBN: 9780323795302 Taber's Cyclopedic Medical Dictionary (24th ed). (2021). F.A. Davis Company. ISBN: 9781719642859 Zerwekh, J. (2023). Illustrated Study Guide for the NCLEX-RN (11th ed). Elsevier. ISBN 9780323777797 Swift River Online through ATI Recommended: Weber, J., and Kelly, J. (2022). Health assessment in nursing (7th ed). Lippincott Williams & Williams. ISBN: 9781975161156 |
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| Additional Materials/Resources | None. | ||||||||
| Corequisites/Prerequisites |
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| 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 Responsibilities: Students will demonstrate the ability to connect choices, actions and consequences to ethical decision making. |
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| Program Student Learning Outcomes |
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:
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| Lecture Topics Outline |
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| Major Assignments Schedule |
Week 1 (January 17, 2023): Orientation, Syllabus (January 18, 2023): Safety Concept Week 2 (January 24, 2023): Teamwork & Collaboration/ RN Specialty PN-ADN Mobility Exam Week 3 (January 31, 2023): Fluid Electrolyte Balance Week 4 (February 7, 2023): Perfusion; Clotting Week 5 (February 14, 2023): Exam I; Mobility Week 6 (February 21, 2023): Elimination; Nutrition Week 7 (February 28, 2023): Gas Exchange; Acid Base Balance Week 8 (March 7, 2023): Tissue Integrity/Sensory/Sleep Week 9 (March 14-18, 2023): Spring Break Week 10 (March 21, 2023): Exam II; Communication Week 10 (March 21, 2023): Exam II; Communication Week 11 (March 28, 2023): Metabolism; Thermoregulation Week 12 (April 4, 2023): Coping, Cognition, Functional Ability Week 13 (April 11-12, 2023): Immunity, Health Promotion, Patient-Centered Care, Patient Education, Leadership and Management Week 14 (April 18, 2023): Exam III; Pain Week 15 (April 25, 2023): Clinical Judgment, Ethical & Legal, Professionalism, Week 16 (May 2, 2023): Human Development, Diversity Week 17 (May 8, 2023): Final Exam |
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| Final Exam Date | May 8, 2023 - 8:0 AM Through May 8, 2023 - 10:0 AM | ||||||||
| Grading Scale | 90 - 100=A 80 - 89=B 70 - 79=C 60 - 69=D Below 59 = F | ||||||||
| Determination of Final Grade |
The following method will be used to determine each student’s grade in the course: Activities 15% (Discussion Boards, Assignments, Case studies, Quizzes) Research Paper 10% Mid Term Exam 35% Final Exam 40% Final exams are not available for review by the student and final exam grades are not posted. A final course grade of 75% 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 10 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 without instructor permission 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. Many of the courses also include assignments that are designated as a mandatory Pass/Fail course assignment. If these assignments are not completed satisfactorily the student may fail not only the assignment but also the course. Late submission of the mandatory Pass/Fail assignments will result in late points penalties. In most courses the late penalty will be a deduction of 10 points if turned in within 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 Pass/Fail assignments submitted after 48 hours will be assigned a grade of five points for the assignment. Previous arrangements between the student and faculty for late work may allow for a reduced late point penalty, but all late submissions will have a late penalty deducted. |
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| Course Policies | |||||||||
| Instructor Policies |
Students attending classroom, lab or clinical sessions virtually should exhibit appropriate etiquette to include at a minimum: Adhere to the same standards of behavior online that you follow in real life; Respect faculty and peers time by being on time to scheduled exams, sessions and activities; and Present yourself in a professional manner. 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. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission. No meals are allowed in the classroom without special permission. Electronic devices (including but not restricted to cell phones, MP3 players, 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 LSC-PA 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:
· Promptness is expected. Students should be on time for all classes and return from breaks promptly.
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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 student’s 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 student’s 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 student’s 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 simulation/skills 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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| 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. |
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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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