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Spring 2025 Course Syllabus
Course: VNSG-1234 (Section: 1, CRN: 10128) Pediatrics |
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| Instructor | Jeannine Hanson | ||||||||
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| Phone | 4099846356 | ||||||||
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| Office Hours | Office Hours By Appointment | ||||||||
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| Description | Study of the care of the pediatric patient and family during health and disease. Emphasis on growth and developmental needs utilizing the nursing process. | ||||||||
| 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. Williams, Linda, Hopper, Paula, (2023) Understanding Medical-Surgical Nursing (7th ed.). Philadelphia: F.A. Davis ISBN #978-1-7196-4458-7 Hopper, Paula, Williams, Linda, (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). Fundamentals of Nursing Care, Concepts, Connections and Skills for Nursing (3rd ed.). Philadelphia: F.A. Davis ISBN #978-1-7196-4455-6 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 #978-1-7196-4456-3 Linnard-Palmer, Luanne. Coats, Gloria, (2021). Safe Maternity and Pediatric Nursing Care (2nd ed.). Philadelphia: F. A. Davis ISBN #978-0-8036-9734-8 Linnard-Palmer, Luanne. Coats, Gloria, (2021). Study Guide for Safe Maternity and Pediatric Nursing Care (3rd ed.). Philadelphia: F. A. Davis ISBN #978-0-8036-9736-2 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 ed.). Philadelphia: F.A. Davis ISBN #978-1-7196-4058-9 Vallerand, April Hazard, Sanoski, Cynthia A., (2022). Davis’s Drug Guide for Nurses (18th ed.). Philadelphia: F.A. Davis ISBN# 978-1-7196-4640-6 Myers, Ehren (2020) LPN Notes: Nurse's Clinical Pocket Guide (5th ed). Philadelphia: F.A. Davis ISBN# 978-0-8036-9974-8 Taber's Cyclopedic Medical Dictionary 24th ed (2021) Philadelphia: F.A. Davis ISBN# 978-1-7196-4285-9 You can find your Seahawk Bundle Here: https://lamar-pa.bncollege.com/course-material/course-finder NOTE:We will be utilizing the access codes from the new books, purchasing an older version may result in the student being unsuccessful in Advantage assignments. Online HESI Case Studies: Complete PN Collection (1 Year Version)
Pass Point access code for
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. 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. NOTE:1234 Topics covered prior to each exam will be opened until the night before the exam. |
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| Additional Materials/Resources | None | ||||||||
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| Learning Outcomes |
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| 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. Function 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. Cooperate with members of the interdisciplinary health care team to provide evidence-based care. |
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| Lecture Topics Outline |
WEEK 1: Syllabus/Objectives, Pedi Hospitalized Child/Acutely Ill Child/Oncology & Hematology WEEK 2: Pedi Abused Child/Mental Health WEEK 3: Pedi EXAM l WEEK 4: Pedi Musculoskeletal/Pedi HESI Case Study-Pedi Burns WEEK 5: Pedi Skin WEEK 6: Pedi Respiratory WEEK 7: SPRING BREAK WEEK 8: Pedi EXAM II WEEK 9: Pedi Metobolic WEEK 10: Pedi Sensory/Neuro Condition WEEK 11: Pedi Gastrointestinal/Genitourinary WEEK 12: Pedi EXAM III WEEK 13: Pedi Communicable Disease WEEK 14: Pedi Cardiovascular WEEK 15: Pedi EXAM IV/Pedi HESI Exam WEEK 16: Pedi FINAL EXAM |
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| Major Assignments Schedule |
2/11/25 0800 EXAM I 3/18/25 0800 EXAM II 4/15/25 0800 EXAM III 5/06/25 0800 EXAM IV 5/09/25 0800 HESI EXAM 5/13/25 1200 FINAL EXAM |
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| Final Exam Date | May 13, 2025 - 12:00 PM Through May 13, 2025 - 3:00 PM | ||||||||
| Grading Scale | 90-100 = A 80-89 = B 75-79 = C 60-74 = D Below 60 = F | ||||||||
| Determination of Final Grade |
b. Exceptions for electronic testing include paper dosage tests.
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.
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.
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.
NOTE: DO NOTwait 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.
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: 1. Enter the Exam Password 2. 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.
NOTE: This does not include pass/fail computer assignments such as PassPoint, HESI Case Studies, SwiftRiver, Davis Advantage, etc. Late submissions of those assignments will result in an automatic zero (0) unless previous arrangements have been made. The following method will be used to determine each student grade in the course: Exam I 13.75% Exam II 13.75% Exam III 13.75% Exam IV 13.75% Pedi HESI 10% Assignments 5% Final 30% Total 100% |
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| Course Policies | |||||||||
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| Attendance Policy |
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| Additional Information |
No food products are allowed in the classroom. • Effective, June 1, 2012, Lamar State College Port Arthur (LSC-PA) is a no smoking campus. Use of tobacco products is prohibited on all LSC-PA properties at any time • Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission. • 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, smart watches, Media players, laptop computers, audio listening devices; such as earphones, Bluetooth and headphones, should be visible during class unless specifically allowed by the instructor. • 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. • Students are also expected to follow the guidelines and policies in the LSC-PA Vocational Nursing Student Handbook. If a student is unable to maintain these expectations or stated program requirements, dismissal from the program may occur. Students and faculty of the Lamar State College-Port Arthur Vocational 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. If a student is unable to maintain these expectations or stated program requirements, dismissal from the program may occur. The following behaviors will 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; • Or displaying a rude or negative attitude/behavior to the instructor or other students. • A student who is tardy three (3) times in one class will result in a 5-point deduction from the next exam grade. Tardiness is defined as arriving greater than 15 minutes to class. • 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 admissions into class. • Phone calls and/or text messages should be returned only during scheduled breaks. • Cell phones must be on vibrate in the classroom. In the event of an emergency, family can contact students through the AH Secretary, Vocational Nursing Program Coordinator, or Department Chair. • 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, 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. • Students are also expected to follow the guidelines and policies in the LSC-PA Vocational Nursing Student Handbook. |
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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 Disability Services Coordinator, Room 117, in the Student Sucess Center. 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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