Summer Sessions 2024 Course Syllabus Course: VNSG-2410 (Section: 1, CRN: 60643) Nursing in Health and Illness III

Instructor Information
Instructor	Electra Guidry
Email	guidryek@lamarpa.edu
Phone	(409) 984-6369
Office	Allied Health - Room: 114
Office Hours	M-T 730-1700 clinical on campus W-th 0730-1700 office by appointment
Additional Contact Information
Course Information
Description	Continuation of Nursing in Health and Illness II. Further study of medical-surgical health problems of the patient including concepts such as mental illness. Incorporates knowledge necessary to make the transition from student to graduate vocational nurse.
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) Davis Advantage for Understanding Medical-Surgical Nursing (7th ed.).Philadelphia: F.A. Davis ISBN # 9781719644587   Burton, M., Smith, D. Ludwig, L. (2023). Davis Advantage for Fundamentals of Nursing Care, Concepts, Connections and Skills for Nursing (4th ed.). Philadelphia: F.A. Davis ISBN # 9781719644556   Gorman, L. M., & Anwar, R. (2023). Mental Health Nursing (5th ed.). F.A. Davis. ISBN #9781719645607   Hopper, Paula, Williams, Linda, (2023) Study Guide for Understanding Medical-Surgical Nursing (7th ed.). Philadelphia: F.A. Davis ISBN #9781719644594   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 #9781719644563   Williams, Linda, Hopper, Paula, (2023). Study Guide for Understanding Medical-Surgical Nursing (7th ed.) Philadelphia: F.A. Davis ISBN # 978-1-7196-4459-4   Illustrated Study Guide for the NCLEX-PN® Exam (Ebook) by JoAnn Zerwekh 9TH 22- ISBN # 9780323810111 OR ILLUSTRATED STUDY GUIDE FOR THE NCLEX-PN by JOANN ZERWEKH  (9th Ed) ISBN #9780323760027   LIPPINCOTT'S NCLEX-PN PASSPOINT PrepU Access by Lippincott 9781469872100   NCLEX PN Pass Point: 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. Pass Point access code for this VNSG 2410 class: 7C0E436F   23 Sept Admit, Q-21058 HESI Case Studies: Complete PN Collection (1 Year Version) - Next Generation Version, 1st Edition Course ID: 10373_jgott12_1003 HESI Case study testing packet must be purchased and paid for each semester.   Swift River Online Learning must be purchased and paid for each semester.   Davis Advantage class ID VNSG 2410: 58081101117671TTQCX   *Students are also required to pay for HURST two day- in class- review. This is a MANDITORY review; regardless of whether it was taken in a previous semester.   *Students are required to pay for Texas Board of Nursing Fees and Pearson View Fees promptly in order to graduate.   Please Note! Any Computer program must be accessed using your Lamar email unless otherwise instructed. Anyone repeating MUST join the new class.
Additional Materials/Resources	None.
Corequisites/Prerequisites	VNSG-1204 Foundations of Nursing VNSG-1234 Pediatrics VNSG-1261 Clinical (LPN Training) VNSG-1261 Clinical - Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training VNSG-1400 Nursing in Health and Illness I VNSG-1409 Nursing in Health and Illness II VNSG-1462 Clinical-Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Learning Outcomes	To graduate from the VN program, it is required that you meet all degree plan requirements prior to graduation.  Students must have a minimum grade of C or better in every course that applies to the Vocational Nursing Certificate plan to graduate. Learning Outcomes In accordance with the mission of LSC-PA, VNSG 2410 Nursing in Health and Illness III assists the student to develop the particular skills, knowledge, and attitudes necessary for success as a vocational nurse. Upon successful completion of the course, the student should be able to: 1. Compare and contrast normal physiology of body systems to pathologic variations in the patient with common medical-surgical health problems. (PSLO 2) Measured by: reading-based discussions; exams based on readings; clinical case studies 2. Compare and contrast diagnostic evaluation and treatment of the patient with common medical-surgical health problems. (PSLO 2) Measured by: reading-based discussions; exams; clinical case studies 3. Incorporate nutrition, drug therapy, and nursing interventions in safely implementing plans of care to meet the needs of the patient experiencing common medical-surgical health problems. (PSLO 1; PSLO 2; PSLO 3) Measured by: reading-based scenarios; care plan activities; case studies; case studies; clinical simulations 4. Utilize the nursing process in safely caring for the patient with common medical-surgical health problems. (PSLO 2; PSLO 4) Measured by: care plan activities; class and clinical discussion; case studies based on readings 5. Identify mental illness, treatment of common abnormal patterns of behavior, and related nursing interventions. (PSLO 3) Measured by: exams based on readings; class discussions; clinical interactions; case studies 6. Demonstrate competency in medication administration and dosage calculations. (PSLO 1; PSLO 3) Measured by: medication competency exam; observed medication administration in skills lab and clinical; discussions 7. Describe the underlying principles of selected nursing skills using principles of safety and asepsis. (PSLO 1; PSLO 3) Measured by: discussions; based on readings; skills checkoffs; clinical simulations; clinical rotation interactions 8. Demonstrate satisfactory performance of selected nursing skills using evidenced-based principles of safety and asepsis. (PSLO 1; PSLO 3; PSLO 4) Measured by: skills checkoffs; clinical simulations; clinical rotation interactions; discussions and clinical application of current practice in nursing based on online and in-class readings 9. Utilize learned skills and knowledge for transition from student to graduate vocational nurse. (PSLO 1; PSLO 2; PSLO 3; PSLO 4) Measured by: standardized and unit exams based on readings and discussions; clinical skills checkoffs in lab and clinical setting; patient, family and healthcare team interactions; clinical observations and evaluations; case studies 10. Demonstrate an understanding of the legal, ethical, and professional responsibilities inherent in the role of the vocational nurse. (PSLO 1; PSLO 3; PSLO 4) Measured by: exams over comprehension of nurse practice act, current literature and class discussions; interactions in clinical setting 11. Identify priorities of care according to the patient’s condition. (PSLO 1; PSLO 2; PSLO 3; PSLO 4) Measured by: class and clinical case study discussions; prioritization exercises and exam objectives; care plan activities; simulations
Program Student Learning Outcomes	PSLO 1.Functions 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. Cooperates with members of the interdisciplinary health care team to provide evidence-based care
Lecture Topics Outline	Week 1: Review 2410 Syllabus/ Central line lecture, skill presentation/Hematology/Respiratory Trach care and suction/ BON application and NCLEX-PN Info/PASSPOINT and FA Davis Advantage as assigned in course. Week 2: Mood and Anxiety disorders session PASSPOINT and FA Davis Advantage as assigned in course. Week 3: Wednesday June 19th-Holiday- /Emergency Disaster/PASSPOINT and FA Davis Advantage as assigned in course Week 4: 2410 Exam I/Substance Abuse/violence/human trafficking/ Jurisprudence/TPAPN Week 5: Thursday July 4th- Holiday-Cardiac/PASSPOINT and FA Davis Advantage as assigned in course Week 6:   Exam II/Eye and Ear Week 7:Neuro/STI/PASSPOINT and FA Davis Advantage as assigned in course Week 8: Final Skills Check Offs/Pharm HESI/2410 Exam III/Renal/Start final evaluations/PASSPOINT and FA Davis Advantage as assigned in course Week 9: Hurst review/Finish Final evaluations / Professionalism day/Resume/ Personality Disorders and Dementia/ PASSPOINT and FA Davis Advantage as assigned in course   Week 10:2410 Final Exam / 2410 Exit HESI /Pinning
Major Assignments Schedule	Date: 06/26/24    Exam I                                       Time: 0730 AM Date: 07/10/24    Exam II                                      Time: 0730 AM   Date: 07/23/24    Pharm HESI                              Time: 0730 AM Date: 07/24/24   Exam III                                     Time: 0730AM Date: 08/05/24   Final Exam                                Time: 12:00 PM Date: 08/07/24   HESI Exit                                    Time: 12:00 PM
Final Exam Date	August 5, 2024 - 12:00 PM   Through  August 5, 2024 - 3:00 PM
Grading Scale	90-100 = A        80-89 = B        75-79 = C        74-60 = D     Below  60 = F
Determination of Final Grade	Purchase of Required Resources by Deadlines Pass/Fail Assignment   Daily/Computer Work 5% Grade Exam I             18.33 % Grade Exam II            18.33 % Grade Exam III           18.33 % Grade Final Exam      30.01 % Grade HESI conversion score (VNSG 2410 Final) = 5 % of Grade   HESI conversion score (Pharmacology) = 5% of Grade
Course Policies
Instructor Policies	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 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; Or displaying a rude or negative attitude/behavior to the instructor or other students. Counseling for repetitive tardiness; A student who is tardy two (2) 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 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/simulation 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 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, 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 should not be talking while the instructor is giving instructions or during class discussions/presentations Students should respect the instructor’s clinical hours and only utilize their cell phone during clinical or simulation times to contact their instructor.  All other means of communication should be via an email to all instructors. Students should use the proper chain of command with any concerns and cares that occur. The first line of command is your instructors. No exceptions. Students are expected to follow LSCPA-VN policies according to the student handbook and course syllabi. Violation of policies could result in further disciplinary action and/or dismissal from program.  Syllabus and handbook are subject to change
Attendance Policy	Nursing in Health and Illness VNSG 2410 and the clinical component of this course may consist of online & in 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. Students who do not attend scheduled live and/or virtual activities will be counted 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.         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.     4.    It is the student’s responsibility to notify ALL Level 3 instructor 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. Note: Students are not to contact        faculty via cell phones outside of clinical hours.   5.     In addition to notifying 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.   6.    Lab jackets are to be worn at all times while in the skills lab.   7.    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.
Additional Information
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 the Office for Disability Services Coordinator, Room 231, in the Madison Monroe Building. 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.
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.
Department Information	Allied Health Chair: Shirley MacNeill Email: macneisb@lamarpa.edu Phone: (409) 984-6365