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Spring 2025 Course Syllabus
Course: VNSG-1234 (Section: 1, CRN: 10128) Pediatrics |
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| Instructor | Melissa Smith | ||||||||
| smithm@lamarpa.edu | |||||||||
| Phone | (409) 984-6339 | ||||||||
| Office | Allied Health - Room: 107 IV | ||||||||
| Office Hours | Office Hours by Appointment | ||||||||
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| Course Information | |||||||||
| 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.
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 |
In accordance with the mission of Lamar State College-Port Arthur, this course assists students to develop the particular skills, knowledge, and attitudes needed for success as a vocational nurse. VNSG 1234 Pediatrics provides educational experiences that offer opportunities for students to: 1. Identify safety principles related to child care. (PSLO 1; PSLO 3) Measured by: exams and discussions based on readings; clinical simulations; observed clinical rotations; case studies 2. Identify common childhood illnesses. Measured by: discussions and exams based on assigned readings, current literature and internet news 3. Utilize the nursing process to provide safe care for the well or ill child. PSLO 2; PSLO 3; PSLO 4) Measured by: case studies and care plans; discussions based on reading assignments; simulations and clinical rotations 4. Apply concepts of growth and development when providing care to pediatric patients. (PSLO 3) Measured by: clinical rotation interactions based on assigned readings, class discussions, simulations and case studies 5. Discuss nursing care of pediatric patients and their families in various settings. (PSLO 1; PSLO 2; PSLO 3) Measured by: discussions based on readings; case studies and care plan exercises; clinical interactions Differentiate the roles and responsibilities of the vocational nurse in administering medications to pediatric patients. (PSLO 1; PSLO 4) Measured by: discussions and exams based on assigned readings and nurse practice act; skills check-offs and simulations; observed clinical interactions and experiences |
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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 WEEK 2: Pedi Oncology/Hemotology WEEK 3: Pedi Abused Child/Mental Health WEEK 4: Pedi EXAM l WEEK 5: Pedi Musculoskeletal WEEK 6: Pedi Skin WEEK 7: Pedi Respiratory WEEK 8: SPRING BREAK WEEK 9: Pedi EXAM II WEEK 10: Pedi Metobolic WEEK 11: Pedi Sensory/Neuro Condition Week 12: Pedi Gastrointestinal/Genitourinary Week 13: Pedi EXAM III Week 14: Pedi Communicable Disease Week 15: Pedi Cardiovascular Week 16: Pedi EXAM IV/Pedi HESI Exam Week 17: 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 |
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| Course Policies | |||||||||
| Instructor Policies |
Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the Student Handbook for consequences of academic dishonesty. These policies will be strictly enforced. Additional policies for this course are listed below: Plagiarism, cheating, and other forms of scholastic dishonesty are prohibited and are grounds for disciplinary action according to the LSC-PA Student Handbook. Anyone who copies more than six consecutive words from a source and does not document the source has committed plagiarism. Students guilty of academic misconduct either directly or indirectly through participation or assistance, are immediately responsible to the instructor of the class. In addition, to other possible disciplinary sanctions which may be imposed through the regular LSC-PA procedures as a result of academic misconduct, the instructor has the authority to assign an F or a zero for the exercise or examination or to assign an F in the course. Electronic devices (including but not restricted to cell phones, MP3 players, smart watches and laptop computers) shall not be used during examinations or upon review of exams unless the Special populations’ coordinator has determined that such a device is a reasonable accommodation for a disability. Under any other circumstances, the use of an electronic device during an examination shall be considered academic dishonesty, and will result in appropriate sanctions as outlined in the Course Syllabus, in the Faculty Handbook (Section IX-1) and in the Student Handbook (“Academic Dishonesty”) TEXAS BOARD OF NURSING CHAPTER 213 PRACTICE AND PROCEDURE RULE 213.27 Good Professional Character: (a) Good professional character is the integrated pattern of personal, academic and occupational behaviors which, in the judgment of the Board, indicates that an individual is able to consistently conform his or her conduct to the requirements of the Nursing Practice Act, the Board's rules and regulations, and generally accepted standards of nursing practice including, but not limited to, behaviors indicating honesty, accountability, trustworthiness, reliability, and integrity. |
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| Attendance Policy |
Nursing in Health and Illness VNSG 1234 and the clinical component of this course may consist of class lectures, labs, and assignments. Schedules may be changed at the discretion of the faculty and vocational nursing coordinator. 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. 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. 4. 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 three (3) times in one class will result in a 5-point deduction from the next exam grade. 5. It is the student’s responsibility to notify ALL Level 2 instructors 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. 6. In addition to notifying ALL 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. 7. Lab jackets are to be worn at all times while in the skills lab. 8. Simulation/Computer Lab Assignments are mandatory. Failure to attend will result in a Zero for that assignment. 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. |
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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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| 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 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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