RNSG-2361-11 - Clinical RN
Lamar State College - Port Arthur
House Bill 2504
Summer I 2018 Course Syllabus
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Semester | Summer I 2018 | ||||||||||||
Instructor | Stamey, Julie Marie | ||||||||||||
Phone | (409) 984-6373 | ||||||||||||
stameyjm@lamarpa.edu | |||||||||||||
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Course Information | |||||||||||||
Course Number | 60721 | ||||||||||||
Course Description | A health-related, work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by a clinical professional. | ||||||||||||
Course Prerequisites |
RNSG 1118 Professional Nursing Competencies RNSG 1228 Introduction to Health Care Concepts RNSG 1260 Transition Clinical |
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Required Textbooks |
Ackley, B., Ladwig, G., & Makic, M. (2017). Nursing diagnosis handbook: An evidence-based guide to planning care. (11th ed). St. Louis, MO: Mosby-Elsevier. Deglin, J.; Vallereand, A. & Sanoski, C. (2017). Davisâs drug guide for nurses. (15th ed). Philadelphia, PA: Davis Company. HESI Case Studies: Complete RN Collection. (2014). Elsevier. HESI (2017). HESI comprehensive review for the NCLEX-RN examination (5th ed.). St. Louis: Elsevier. Lewis, S., Dirksen, S., Heitkemper, M. & Bucher, L. (2017). MedicalâSurgical nursing, assessment and management of clinical problems. (10th ed.). St. Louis, MO. Elsevier. Lippincott NCLEX-RN PassPoint Powered by PrepU: Study software for NCLEX-RNÂŽ Myers, E. (2014). RNotesÂŽ: Nurse's clinical pocket guide (4th Ed.). Philadelphia: F.A. Davis. Perry, S., Hockenberry, M., Lowdermilk, D. & Wilson, D. (2018). Maternal child nursing. (6th ed). St Louis, MO: Elsevier. Potter, P., Perry, A., Ostendorf, W. (2018). Clinical nursing skills & techniques (9th ed.). St. Louis, MO: Elsevier. Rischer, K. (2015). Think like a nurse: practical preparation for professional practice (2nd ed). Silvestri, L. A. (2017). Saunders comprehensive review for the NCLEX-RN examination (7th ed.). St. Louis: Elsevier. Swift River Online Simulation Subscription Taber's Cyclopedic Medical Dictionary. (23rd ed). (2017). Philadelphia: F.A. Davis. Van Leeuwen, A. & Bladh, M. (2017). Comprehensive handbook of laboratory & diagnostic tests with nursing implication (7th ed.). Philadelphia: F.A. Davis. Videbeck, S. (2017). Psychiatric mental health nursing. (7th ed), Philadelphia, PA Lippincott |
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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 studentâs 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 studentâs responsibility to submit a completed âstudent excuse formâ upon return to class following an absence, tardy, or leaving class early. Failure to do so will result in a declaration of âno call, no showâ and may result in the student being dismissed from the program. ⢠Since clinical is such an important component of the Upward Mobility Nursing Program, students are required to attend 100 percent of the scheduled clinical days in any given semester. ⢠Students must be present the entire clinical day, including pre/post-conference to get credit for their attendance. ⢠Additional activities, written work, and/or make-up clinical simulation time will be required if a student is absent from clinical. The assigned clinical instructor will determine appropriate clinical make-up work dependent upon the clinical experienced missed. If the absence is in a specialty area such as (Maternal Child, Pediatrics and Psychiatric Nursing) a make-up clinical experience is required as directed by the level faculty. ⢠A student who misses any clinical time in a semester may receive a failing course grade (F) in the clinical course and be required to repeat both the didactic and clinical courses. ⢠Two or more absences from clinical will necessitate the Standards Committee to review the studentâs performance in the Upward Mobility Nursing Program. Students who: ⢠Have a 75 test average in the didactic course. ⢠Have satisfactory written work in the clinical course. ⢠Are up-to-date on skills check-offs in clinical. ⢠Prior to the most recent absence may be allowed continue in clinical until the review committee meets and makes a decision. ⢠Students who do not meet the above criteria may be dismissed for the semester. ⢠Any student who is âno call, no showâ for clinical demonstrates a lack of accountability and unprofessional conduct. Therefore, the student may fail clinical that semester and must repeat both the clinical and didactic courses to progress in the program. A student is âNo call no showâ if the student is absent from clinical and fails to contact the instructor during the 24-hour period in which the clinical is scheduled. ⢠Students may be required to attend seminars or workshops to meet clinical objectives. Students will be informed in advance of the requirements. They are expected to attend the entire workshop as scheduled even if it extends past the regularly scheduled clinical time. ⢠It is the studentâs responsibility to notify the instructor prior to any absence. If the student is missing a clinical day, s/he must notify the faculty that s/he is unable to attend clinical. Each clinical instructor will provide assigned students a cell phone number; the student can call and leave a message if the instructor does not answer. In addition to the assigned clinical instructor, the charge nurse on the assigned clinical unit is to be notified before pre-conference so that arrangements for the care of a given patient, saved for a particular student's educational experience, can be made. It is expected that the student will appreciate the responsibility both the student and LSCPA has assumed in having a client assigned for educational purposes. The student should also email the faculty. ⢠Students who arrive up to fifteen minutes after assigned clinical time will be counseled on the first occurrence and allowed to stay. Students who arrive, up to fifteen minutes, after assigned clinical time on two (2) or more occasions will be counseled and not allowed to remain. This will count as a clinical absence. ⢠Students who fail to submit completed written objectives prior to assigned rotation to designated areas will be sent home. This is a clinical absence. ⢠Simulation clinical days will have assigned activities to complete prior to arriving at simulation. Failure to submit the assignments upon arriving to the simulation lab will result in the student being sent home for the day. This will count as a clinical absence. ⢠The clinical instructor keeps an attendance record. A student who is unsure about his/her status should meet with the instructor by appointment. Failure to comply with the clinical absence policy may result in a clinical failure or dismissal from the program. ⢠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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Course Grading Scale | 90-100 = A 80-89 = B 75-79 = C 74-60 = D 59 or Below | ||||||||||||
Determination of Final Grade |
The grade for the clinical course consists of two components: (1) Written work which is given a numerical grade and (2) Clinical performance which is graded as S (satisfactory) or U (unsatisfactory). A student must achieve a minimum average of 75% or greater on written work and an âSâ on clinical performance which is determined by: meeting the required clinical hours and achieving satisfactory on the Clinical Evaluation to pass the course. The grade received on the written work will be the grade assigned for the course on the transcript provided the student has a satisfactory on clinical performance. Students with an unsatisfactory for clinical performance will receive a grade of âFâ for the course regardless of the numerical grade on the written work. Failure to satisfactorily complete written objectives for specialty areas by due date will result in a grade of â0â and denial of specialty rotation. THIS WILL RESULT IN FAILURE OF CLINICAL. The following method will be used to determine each studentâs grade in the course: Clinical Case study weighted 20% Specialty (OB) Case Study weighted 15% Maternal/Newborn Objectives weighted 10% Summary and Care Plan weighted 10% Nursing Journal, Reflections and Discussions (avg) weighted 15% Swift River assignments (avg) weighted 10% Teaching Project weighted 10% Med Administration Exam (avg) weighted 10% Students must demonstrate accurate calculation of medication dosages within 3 attempts each semester. Examples of Medication administration problems will be available in each course. Medication administration questions, which will include dosage calculations, will also be on the majority of didactic course exams. The student must pass a written medication administration competency evaluation in RNSG 2361 with a minimum score of 95. The student will have three opportunities to achieve a minimum score of 95. Students who do not achieve a minimum score of 95 by the third medication administration exam will not be allowed to continue in the program. If more than one medication administration exam is required, the average will be used for determination of the medication administration exam grade. First unsuccessful demonstration of Math/Medication Competency - ⢠Classroom setting group remediation will be provided by faculty. Second unsuccessful demonstration of Math/Medication Competency â ⢠The student meets with the assigned clinical faculty and/or other faculty members for individual remediation and retests* within one week after individual remediation. Third unsuccessful demonstration of Math/Medication Competency â ⢠The instructor withdraws the student from the nursing courses. *Failure to keep an appointment for a repeat skill demonstration or competency exam is the same as an unsuccessful demonstration. |
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Final Exam Date | August 6, 2018 - 8:00 AM | ||||||||||||
Major Assignments |
Clinical Case Study OB Specialty Case Study Maternal/Newborn Objectives Summary and Care Plan Nursing Journal/ Reflections/Discussions (avg) Swift River assignments Teaching Project Med Administration Exam (avg) |
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Calendar of Lecture Topics and Major Assignment Due Dates |
Week 1 (June 4, 2018): Orientation; Math/Medication Review; Math/Medication Exam; Maternal/Newborn Objectives; Community Service Request Week 2 (June 11, 2018): Discussion ; Swift River assignments Week 3 (June 18, 2018): Begin Clinical Case Study; Swift River assignments Week 4 (June 25, 2018): Teaching Project Planning items due; Swift River assignments Week 5 (July 2, 2018): Nursing Journal; Swift River assignments; Teaching Projects begin Week 6 (July 9, 2018): Swift River assignments; Teaching Projects continue Week 7 (July 16, 2018): Clinical Case Study due; Summary and Care Plan; Swift River assignments; Teaching Projects continue Week 8 (July 23, 2018): Maternal/Newborn Specialty Case Study; Swift River assignments; Teaching Projects continue Week 9 (July 30, 2018): Clinical Reflection, Swift River assignments; Submit Community Attendance Record; Teaching Projects end Week 10 (August 6, 2018): Final Evaluations |
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General Education/Core Curriculum Student Learning Outcomes |
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Program Student Learning Outcomes |
Upon completion of the Upward Mobility Nursing Program graduates will be able to: PSLO Alpha: Reading Skills â Demonstrates comprehension of content-area reading materials. PSLO 1. Adhere to standards of practice within legal, ethical, and regulatory frameworks of the professional nurse while promoting safety and quality improvement as an advocate and manager of nursing care. PSLO 2. Use a systematic problem-solving process to provide individualized, evidence-based nursing care and coordinate care for a limited number of patients who have complex needs in various health care settings demonstrating knowledge of delegation, management, and leadership skills. PSLO 3. Use clinical reasoning and knowledge based upon the nursing program of study, evidence-based practice outcomes, and research based policies and procedures for decision-making, demonstration of skills with patient care technologies and information systems, and providing comprehensive, safe patient care. PSLO 4. Coordinate, collaborate and communicate with diverse patients, families and the interdisciplinary health care team to plan, deliver, and evaluate evidence-based safe care that reflects the value and ethics of the nursing profession |
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Course Student Learning Outcomes |
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: 1. Function within the nurseâs legal scope of practice and in accordance with the policies and procedures of the employing health care institution or practice setting. (PSLO Alpha; PSLO 1; PSLO 3) Measured by: clinical rotation assignments, observed clinical interactions with patients, families and other team members, and evaluation of delivery of patient care. 2. Assume responsibility and accountability for the quality of nursing care provided to patients and their families. (PSLO Alpha; PSLO 1; PSLO 3) Measured by: clinical rotation assignments, observed clinical interactions with patients, families and other team members, and evaluation of delivery of patient care. 3. Participate in activities that promote the development and practice of professional nursing. (PSLO Alpha; PSLO 1; PSLO 2; PSLO 3; PSLO 4) Measured by: clinical rotation assignments, observed clinical interactions with patients, families and other team members, and evaluation of delivery of patient care. 4. Demonstrate responsibility for continued competence in nursing practice, and develop insight through reflection, self- analysis, self-care, and lifelong learning. (PSLO Alpha; PSLO 1; PSLO 2; PSLO 3; PSLO 4) Measured by: clinical rotation assignments, observed clinical interactions with patients, families and other team members, and evaluation of delivery of patient care. 5. Use clinical reasoning and knowledge based on the diploma or associate degree nursing program of study and evidence-based practice outcomes as a basis for decision-making in nursing practice. (PSLO Alpha; PSLO 1; PSLO 2; PSLO 3; PSLO 4) Measured by: clinical rotation assignments, observed clinical interactions with patients, families and other team members, and evaluation of delivery of patient care. 6. Determine the physical and mental health status, needs, and preferences of culturally, ethnically, and socially diverse patients and their families based upon interpretation of comprehensive health assessment findings compared with evidence-based health data derived from the diploma or associate degree nursing program of study. (PSLO Alpha; PSLO 2; PSLO 3; PSLO 4) Measured by: clinical rotation assignments, observed clinical interactions with patients, families and other team members, and evaluation of delivery of patient care. 7. Analyze assessment data to identify problems, formulate goals/outcomes, and develop plans of care for patients and their families using information from evidence-based practice in collaboration with patients, their families, and the interdisciplinary health care team. (PSLO Alpha; PSLO 1; PSLO 2; PSLO 3; PSLO 4) Measured by: clinical rotation assignments, observed clinical interactions with patients, families and other team members, and evaluation of delivery of patient care. 8. Provide safe, compassionate, comprehensive nursing care to patients and their families through a broad array of health care services. (PSLO Alpha; PSLO 1; PSLO 2; PSLO 3; PSLO 4) Measured by: clinical rotation assignments, observed clinical interactions with patients, families and other team members, and evaluation of delivery of patient care. 9. Implement the plan of care for patients and their families within legal, ethical, and regulatory parameters and in consideration of disease prevention, wellness, and promotion of healthy lifestyles. (PSLO Alpha; PSLO 1) Measured by: clinical rotation assignments, observed clinical interactions with patients, families and other team members, and evaluation of delivery of patient care. 10. Evaluate and report patient outcomes and responses to therapeutic interventions in comparison to benchmarks from evidence-based practice, and plan follow-up nursing care. (PSLO Alpha; PSLO 1; PSLO 3; PSLO 4) Measured by: clinical rotation assignments, observed clinical interactions with patients, families and other team members, and evaluation of delivery of patient care. 11. Develop, implement, and evaluate teaching plans for patients and their families to address health promotion, maintenance, and restoration. (PSLO Alpha; PSLO 1; PSLO 2; PSLO 3; PSLO 4) Measured by: clinical rotation assignments, observed clinical interactions with patients, families and other team members, and evaluation of delivery of patient care. 12. Coordinate human, information, and material resources in providing care for patients and their families. (PSLO Alpha; PSLO 1; PSLO 2) Measured by: clinical rotation assignments, observed clinical interactions with patients, families and other team members, and evaluation of delivery of patient care. 13. Act as a Patient Advocate for safety using the Nursing Practice Act and the Texas Board of Nursing Rules that emphasize safety, as well as all federal, state, and local government and accreditation organization safety requirements and standards. (PSLO Alpha; PSLO 1) Measured by: clinical rotation assignments, observed clinical interactions with patients, families and other team members, and evaluation of delivery of patient care. 14. Implement measures to promote quality and a safe environment for patients, self, and others. (PSLO Alpha; PSLO 1; PSLO 2; PSLO 3; PSLO 4) Measured by: clinical rotation assignments, observed clinical interactions with patients, families and other team members, and evaluation of delivery of patient care. 15. Formulate goals and outcomes using evidence-based data to reduce patient risks. (PSLO Alpha; PSLO 1; PSLO 3; PSLO 4) Measured by: clinical rotation assignments, observed clinical interactions with patients, families and other team members, and evaluation of delivery of patient care. 16. Obtain instruction, supervision, or training, as needed, when implementing nursing procedures or practices. (PSLO Alpha; PSLO 1; PSLO 3) Measured by: clinical rotation assignments, observed clinical interactions with patients, families and other team members, and evaluation of delivery of patient care. 17. Comply with mandatory reporting requirements of the Texas Nursing Practice Act. (PSLO Alpha; PSLO 1) Measured by: clinical rotation assignments, observed clinical interactions with patients, families and other team members, and evaluation of delivery of patient care. 18. Accept and make assignments and delegate tasks that take into consideration patient safety and organizational policy. (PSLO Alpha; PSLO 1; PSLO 2) Measured by: clinical rotation assignments, observed clinical interactions with patients, families and other team members, and evaluation of delivery of patient care. 19. Coordinate, collaborate, and communicate with patients, their families, and the interdisciplinary health care team to plan, deliver, and evaluate patient-centered care. (PSLO Alpha; PSLO 1; PSLO 2; PSLO 4) Measured by: clinical rotation assignments, observed clinical interactions with patients, families and other team members, and evaluation of delivery of patient care. 20. Serve as a health care advocate in monitoring and promoting quality and access to health care for patients and their families. (PSLO Alpha; PSLO 1; PSLO 4) Measured by: clinical rotation assignments, observed clinical interactions with patients, families and other team members, and evaluation of delivery of patient care. 21. Refer patients and their families to resources that facilitate continuity of care; health promotion, maintenance, and restoration; and ensure confidentiality. (PSLO Alpha; PSLO 1; PSLO 3; PSLO 4) Measured by: clinical rotation assignments, observed clinical interactions with patients, families and other team members, and evaluation of delivery of patient care. 22. Communicate and collaborate in a timely manner with members of the interdisciplinary health care team to promote and maintain optimal health status of patients and their families. (PSLO Alpha; PSLO 1; PSLO 4) Measured by: clinical rotation assignments, observed clinical interactions with patients, families and other team members, and evaluation of delivery of patient care. 23. Communicate and manage information using technology to support decision making to improve patient care. (PSLO Alpha; PSLO 3; PSLO 4) Measured by: clinical rotation assignments, observed clinical interactions with patients, families and other team members, and evaluation of delivery of patient care. 24. Assign and/or delegate nursing care to other members of the health care team based upon an analysis of patient or unit need. (PSLO Alpha; PSLO 1; PSLO 2; PSLO 4) Measured by: clinical rotation assignments, observed clinical interactions with patients, families and other team members, and evaluation of delivery of patient care. 25. Supervise nursing care provided by others for whom the nurse is responsible by using evidence-based nursing practice. (PSLO Alpha; PSLO 1; PSLO 2) Measured by: clinical rotation assignments, observed clinical interactions with patients, families and other team members, and evaluation of delivery of patient care. |
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Academic Honesty | Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSC-PA policies (Section IX, subsection A, in the Faculty Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty. | ||||||||||||
Facility Policies |
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Additional Information | |||||||||||||
Important Information | |||||||||||||
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 Special Populations Coordinator, Room 231, in the Madison Monroe Building. The phone number is (409) 984-6241. | ||||||||||||
Copyright Violations |
Some material in this course may be copyrighted. They may be used only for instructional purposes this semester,
by students enrolled in this course. These materials are being used fairly and legally.
No one may distribute or share these copyrighted materials in any medium or format with anyone outside this class,
including publishing essays with copyrighted material, uploading copyrighted material to Facebook or YouTube, or
painting or performing copyrighted material for public display.
Copyright violation is not the same thing as plagiarism. Plagiarism is intellectual dishonesty. Offenses of plagiarism result in lower grades or failing scores, and professors and the college strictly enforce plagiarism rules. There is never any acceptable use of plagiarism. Copyright violation is a legal offense, punishable by large fines and penalties. Copyrighted material can be used if permission from the materials creator is obtained, or if its use meets the standards of fair use in an educational setting. For example, a student can quote a line from Shakespeares Hamlet in a report without violating copyright but still be guilty of plagiarism if the quotation is not properly documented. If you are in doubt about what material can be freely used, ask your professor or contact the Dean of Library Services, at (409) 984-6216. |
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Assessment Statement |
Assessment is a process by which LSCPA can help you learn better and gauge the level of progress you have made to
attain knowledge, skills, beliefs, and values. It also helps your professors understand how to improve teaching
and testing methods in your classes, and it helps each department understand and improve degree and certificate
programs.
Periodically LSC-PA will collect assessment data for research and reporting purposes, including statistical data and sometimes copies of your work. Be assured that all material the college uses for assessment purposes will be kept confidential. To ensure anonymity, your name will be removed from any material we use for assessment purposes, including video-recorded performances, speeches, and projects. If you object to allowing LSC-PA to use your material for assessment purposes, submit a letter stating so to your professor by the 12th class day. You will still be required to participate in whatever assessments are being done; we just wont use your data. Whats the difference between assessment and grades? The grades you get on papers, projects, speeches, and assignments are specific types of focused assessment. LSC-PAs assessment efforts include class grades, surveys, standardized tests, and other tools. |
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Privacy Notice |
Federal privacy laws apply to college students. This means that college employees, including instructors, cannot
divulge information to third parties, including parents and legal guardians of students. Even if the students are
minors, information about their college work cannot be shared with anyone except in very limited circumstances.
Anyone requesting information about a student should be referred to the Registrar. Instructors will be notified in writing by that Office about what information may be released and to whom. Please remember that releasing private information about a student, however innocuous it may seem, can be a violation of federal law, with very serious consequences. Circumstances under which information may be released:
An adult student may submit, to the Registrar, a handwritten, signed note granting permission for release of
information. The note must specify what information may be divulged, and it must specify the name of the person
to whom the information may be given.
The Registrars office is located in the Student Center room 303B, and can be reached at (409) 984-6165. |
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College-Level Perspectives |
This course helps add to the students overall collegiate experience in the following ways:
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Degree Plan Evaluation |
A Degree Plan Evaluation will help you determine which classes you need to complete your program.
All of the classes that you have taken that apply to your declared major will be listed on the right. If you have a class that still needs to be completed, a NO will be listed on the right next to the required class. |
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HB 2504 | This syllabus is part of LSC-PAs efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504. | ||||||||||||
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