Upward Mobility Textbooks  

Spring 2026 Adoption 

DOSAGE CALCULATION BOOK 

 ISBN: ‎979-8986725703 

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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. 

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 heath care team to provide evidence-based care.  

Week 1 (January 20, 2026): Syllabus  

Week 1 (January 21, 2026): Skills: PPE, Sterile Technique   

Week 2 (January 26, 2026): Skills: Med admin; Physical Assessment Practice  

Week 2 (January 28, 2026): Skills: Physical Assessment Check-off, Injection Practice  

Week 3 (February 02, 2026): Skills: SQ Injections, Reconstitution    

Week 3 (February 03, 2026): Skills: Primary/Secondary IV Fluids  

Week 3 (February 04, 2026): Skills: IM Injections/Ampule, Open Practice IV/Phleb.  

Week 4 (February 09, 2026): Skills: IV Initiation/Phlebotomy  

Week 5 (February 16, 2026): Exam I; Simulation Orientation   

Week 5 (February 18, 2026): Skills: Catheterization Practice  

Week 6 (February 25, 2026): Skills: Catheterization Check-off  

Week 7 (March 04, 2026): Skills: Blood Administration  

Week 8 (March 09-13, 2026): Spring Break   

Week 9 (March 17, 2026): Skills: Wound care/Wound Measurement  

Week 9 (March 18, 2026): Skills: Wound care, Suture/Staple removal  

Week 10 (March 25, 2026): Skills: Central Line Dressing Change  

Week 11 (April 01, 2026) Exam II; Skills: NGT Insertion/ Tube feedings/TPN   

Week 12 (April 08, 2026): Skills: Port-a-Cath Access  

Week 13 (April 15, 2026): Skills: Trach Care/Suctioning/Oxygen Practice  

Week 14 (April 22, 2026): Skills: Trach Care/Suctioning/Oxygen Check-off  

Week 15 (April 29, 2026): RN Specialty: Fundamentals Exam/ Skills: Colostomy/Enema/ Chest Tubes; Lung and Heart Sounds   

Week 16 (May 06, 2026): Final Exam

Unit Exam I – Wednesday 02/16/2026 Time: 0830  

Unit Exam II – Wednesday 04/01/2026 Time: 0830  

RN Specialty: Fundamentals Exam—Wednesday 4/29/2026 Time:  0830 

Final Exam – Wednesday 05/06/2026 Time: 0830  

The following method will be used to determine each student’s grade in the course: 
  

Activities                                              15% 

(Case Studies, Quizzes, Specialty Exams- Averaged together) 

Exam I                                                   25% 

Exam II                                                 25% 

Final                                                      35%   

Completion of all Pass/Fail Assignments: S/U 

Student Requirements: 

Final exams are not available for review by the student after leaving the testing room and Final exam grades are not posted. 
  
  

All Pass/Fail Assignments must be completed in a satisfactory manner, or it will result in course failure. 
 
All students must attend scheduled mandatory peer skills check-offs before checking off on the skill with faculty. 

A final course grade of 75% and successful completion of ALL Pass/Fail assignments is necessary for a student to pass his course.  

The course faculty will explain course requirements which will include required assignments and specific dates for work to be turned in that must be met by the student. Unless an assignment is turned in by the deadline, there will be a late penalty deducted for lateness. 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 faculty for late work may allow for a reduced late point penalty, but all late submissions will have a late penalty deducted. There are also assignments that if not submitted by the assigned due date, a grade of zero will be assigned. Refer to the individual course syllabus or the assignment for any variations from the late penalty deductions. 

Late submission of the mandatory Pass/Fail assignments will result in late point penalties.  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 Pass/Fail assignment 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. 
  

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. A student who is tardy two or more times may receive a 5-point deduction on the next exam. This tardy period resets after each exam  
  

Late arrival to exams is very disruptive and disrespectful to your peers.  Please arrive on time to be seated and sign into the exam portal no later than the scheduled exam start time.  Late exam arrival may result in a five-point deduction on the exam. 

It is the student’s responsibility to complete any required make-up assignments for missed absences, tardy, or other circumstances. 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.  

Clinical uniforms are to be worn at all times while in the simulation/skills lab. 

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, tablets, 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 ensure 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: 

The following expectations apply to all courses: 

Promptness is expected. Students should be on time for all classes on campus or virtually 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, families can contact students through the AH Secretary, Upward Mobility Program Coordinator, or Department Chair. 

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 ‘sidebar’ 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 may result in a grade of zero. 

Students are also expected to follow the guidelines and policies in the LSCPA Upward Mobility Nursing Student Handbook. 

If a student is unable to maintain these expectations or stated program requirements, dismissal from the program may occur. 

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 all instructors prior to any absence. If the student is missing a clinical, classroom, or lab day, s/he must notify the faculty.  Students who arrive up to fifteen minutes after the assigned clinical time will be counseled on the first occurrence and may be allowed to stay at the discretion of the instructor.  

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 may result in a 5-point deduction on the next exam grade. 

Late arrival to exams is very disruptive and disrespectful to your peers.  Please arrive in time to be seated and signed into the exam portal no later than the scheduled exam time.  Late exam arrival may result in a five-point deduction on the exam. 

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 must notify all faculty of any tardiness or absence by LSCPA email.  Avoid sending texts to assigned clinical faculty outside of clinical hours.   

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 all 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. The student should also email all faculty or call the faculty office and leave a voicemail. 

The program coordinator and the Allied Health Chair have 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. 

​​​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:​​