• RNSG-1300 Health Assessment Across the Lifespan

Upon completion of the Upward Mobility Nursing Program graduates will be able to:
PSLO 1:  Integrates professional caring into practice decisions within the scope of practice for a registered nurse.
PSLO 2:  Demonstrates safe, competent, holistic care for a diverse group of individuals who have complex health care needs
PSLO 3:  Accept responsibility and accountability for the effectiveness of one’s own nursing practice and professional growth.     
PSLO 4:  Communicate effectively with clients, peers, and other members of the interdisciplinary health care team to provide evidenced-based care. 

• Orientation; Syllabus
• Teamwork & Collaboration
• Fluid & Electrolyte Balance
• Perfusion/Clotting
• Mobility
• Elimination; Nutrition
• Gas Exchange; Acid Base Balance
• Tissue Integrity; Sensory/Sleep
• Communication
• Metabolism; Thermoregulation
• Coping, Cognition, Functional Ability
• Immunity; Health Promotion, Patient-centered Care; Patient Education, Leadership Management
• Pain
• Clinical Judgement, Ethical & Legal, Professionalism
• Human Development, Diversity

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

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.

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:

• 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; disruptive behaviors in the classroom, skills/simulation lab,computer lab, testing environment, or clinical setting;
• Counseling for repetitive tardiness (tardiness is defined as arriving greater than 10 minutes to class).

The following expectations apply to all courses:

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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.
• Phone calls and/or text messages will 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 will 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, 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.