Course Typically Offered : Summer / Fall / Spring
10-543-104 NURSING : INTRO TO CLINICAL PRACTICE ... this introductory clinical course emphasizes basic nursing skills and application of the nursing process in meeting the needs of diverse clients across the lifespan . Emphasis is placed on performing basic nursing skills , the formation of nurse-client relationships , communication , data collection , documentation , and medication administration . ( Prerequisites : Accepted into Nursing-AD Program ; 10-806-186 , Intro to Biochemistry ; Corequisites : 10-543-101 , Nursing Fundamentals ; 10-543-102 , Nursing Skills ; 10-543-103 , Nursing Pharmacology ; 10-806-177 , Gen Anatomy & Physiology ) Course Typically Offered : Summer / Fall / Spring
10-801-196 ORAL / INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION ... this course focuses on developing effective listening techniques and verbal and nonverbal communication skills through oral presentation , group activity , and other projects . The study of self , con�ict , and cultural contexts will be explored , as well as their impact on communication . ( Prerequisite : Next Gen Rdg score greater / equal to 250 AND Writing score greater / equal to 237 ; OR ACT Rdg score greater / equal to 16 AND English score greater / equal to 16 ; OR preparatory course-contact an academic advisor at 920-498-5444 ) Course Typically Offered : Summer / Fall / Spring
10-806-179 ADVANCED ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY ... normal human anatomy and physiology are studied using a body systems approach with emphasis on the interrelationships between form and function at the gross and microscopic levels of organization . ( Prerequisite : 10-806-177 , Gen Anatomy & Physiology with a " C " or better . Health programs may require a higher grade ; refer to your plan for details .) Course Typically Offered : Summer / Fall / Spring
10-543-106 NURSING HEALTH PROMOTION ... this course focuses on topics related to health promotion for individuals and families throughout the lifespan . We will cover nursing care of the developing family , which includes reproductive issues , pregnancy , labor and delivery , post-partum , the newborn , and the child . Recognizing the spectrum of healthy families we will discern patterns associated with adaptive and maladaptive behaviors applying mental health principles . An emphasis is placed on teaching and supporting healthy lifestyle choices for individuals of all ages . Nutrition , exercise , stress management , empowerment , and risk reduction practices are highlighted . Study of the family will cover dynamics , functions , discipline styles , and stages of development . ( Prerequisites : Accepted in Nursing-AD program ; 10-543-101 , Nursing Fundamentals ; 10-543-102 , Nursing Skills ; 543-103 , Nursing Pharmacology ; 10-543-104 , Nsg Intro to Clinical Practice ; 10-806-177 , Gen Anatomy & Physiology ; Corequisites : 10-801-196 , Oral / Interpersonal Communication ; 10-806-179 , Adv Anatomy & Physiology ; 10-801-136 , English Composition I ; 10-809-188 , Developmental Psych ) Course Typically Offered : Summer / Fall / Spring
10-543-107 NURSING CLINICAL CARE ACROSS LIFESPAN ... this clinical experience applies nursing concepts and therapeutic interventions to patients across the lifespan . It also provides an introduction to concepts of teaching and learning . Extending care to include the family is emphasized . ( Prerequisites : Accepted in Nursing-AD program ; 10-543-101 , Nursing Fundamentals ; 10-543-102 , Nursing Skills ; 543-103 , Nursing Pharmacology ; 10-543-104 , Nsg Intro to Clinical Practice ; 10-806-177 , Gen Anatomy & Physiology ; Corequisites : 10-543-105 , Nsg Health Alterations ; 10-543-106 , Nursing Health Promotion ; 10-543-108 , Nsg Intro to Clinical Care Mgmt ; 10-801-196 , Oral / Interpersonal Communiction ; 10-806-179 , Adv Anatomy & Physiology ; 10-809-188 , Developmental Psych ) Course Typically Offered : Fall / Spring
10-543-105 NURSING HEALTH ALTERATIONS ... elaborates upon the basic concepts of health and illness as presented in Nursing Fundamentals . It applies theories of nursing in the care of patients through the lifespan , utilizing problem solving and critical thinking . This course will provide an opportunity to study conditions affecting different body systems and apply evidence-based nursing interventions . It will also introduce concepts of leadership and management . ( Prerequisites : Accepted in Nursing-AD program ; 10-543-101 , Nursing Fundamentals ; 10-543-102 , Nursing Skills ; 10-543-103 , Nursing Pharmacology ; 10-543-104 , Nsg Intro to Clinical Practice ; 10-806-177 , Gen Anatomy & Physiology ; Corequisite : 10-806-179 , Adv Anatomy & Physiology ) Course Typically Offered : Summer / Fall / Spring
10-543-108 NURSING : INTRO TO CLINICAL CARE MANAGEMENT ... this clinical experience applies nursing concepts and therapeutic nursing interventions to groups of patients across the lifespan . It also provides an introduction to leadership , management , and team building . ( Prerequisites : Accepted in Nursing -AD program ; 10-543-101 , Nursing Fundamentals ; 10-543-102 , Nursing Skills ; 10-543-103 , Nursing Pharmacology ; 10-543-104 , Nsg Intro to Clinical Practice ; 10-806-177 , Gen Anatomy & Physiology ; 10-809-188 , Developmental Psychology ; Corequisites : 10-543-105 , Nursing Health Alterations ; 10-806-179 , Advanced Anatomy & Physiology ) Course Typically Offered : Fall / Spring
10-806-197 MICROBIOLOGY ... history , morphology , physiology , nutritional growth requirements , metabolism , methods of identi�cation . Focus on disease-causing microorganisms , appropriate prevention , treatment , control mechanisms . Speci�c / non-speci�c host defense mechanisms , applications of immunology examined . ( Prerequisite : 10-806-177 , General Anatomy & Physiology OR 10-806-114 , General Biology with a " C " or better . Health programs may require a higher grade ; refer to your plan for details ) Course Typically Offered : Summer / Fall / Spring
10-809-198 INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY ... survey of theoretical foundations of human behavior such as sensation and perception , motivation , emotions , learning , personality , psychological disorders , therapy , stress , and human diversity in personal , social and vocational settings . ( Prerequisite : Cumulative GPA of 2.6 or greater OR satisfactory reading and writing assessment scores OR 10-831-107 , College Reading and Writing 1 with " B " or better OR Corequisite : 10-831-102 , English Comp Prep ) Course Typically Offered : Summer / Fall / Spring
10-543-112 NURSING ADVANCED SKILLS ... focuses on the development of advanced clinical skills across the lifespan . Content includes advanced intravenous skills , blood product administration , chest tube systems , basic electrocardiogram interpretation and nasogastric / feeding tube insertion . ( Prerequisites : Accepted in Nursing-AD program ; 10-543-105 , Nsg Health Alterations ; 10-543-106 , Nursing Health Promotion ; 10-543-107 , Nsg Clin Care Across Lifespan ; 10-543-108 , Nsg Intro to Clinical Care Mgmt ; 10-801-196 , Oral / Interpersonal Communication ; 10-806-179 , Adv Anatomy & Physiology ) Course Typically Offered : Summer / Fall / J-Session / Spring
10-543-110 NURSING : MENTAL HEALTH COMMUNITY CONCEPTS ... this course will cover topics related to the delivery of community and mental health care . Speci�c health needs of individuals , families , and groups will be addressed across the lifespan . Attention will be given to diverse and at-risk populations . Mental health concepts will concentrate on adaptive / maladaptive behaviors and speci�c mental health disorders . Community resources will be examined in relation to speci�c types of support offered to racial , ethnic , economically diverse individuals and groups . ( Prerequisites : Accepted in Nursing-AD program ; 10-543-105 , Nsg Health Alterations ; 10-543-106 , Nursing Health Promotion ; 10-543-107 , Nsg Clin Care Across Lifespan ; 10-543-108 , Nsg Intro to Clinical Care Mgmt ; 10-801-196 , Oral / Interpersonal Communication ) Course Typically Offered : Summer / Fall / J-Session / Spring
10-543-109 NSG : COMPLEX HEALTH ALTERATIONS 1 ... prepares the learner to provide and evaluate care for patients across the lifespan with alterations in cardiovascular , respiratory , endocrine , and hematologic systems as well as patients with �uid / electrolyte and acid-base imbalance , and alterations in comfort . ( Prerequisites : Accepted in Nursing-AD program ; 10-543-105 , Nsg Health Alterations ; 10-543-106 , Nursing Health Promotion ; 10-543-107 , Nsg Clin Care Across Lifespan ; 10-543-108 , Nsg Intro to Clinical Care Mgmt ; 10-801-196 , Oral / Interpersonal Communication ; 10-806-179 , Adv Anatomy & Physiology )
10-543-111 NURSING : INTERMEDIATE CLINICAL PRACTICE ... this intermediate level clinical course develops the RN role when working with clients with complex health care needs . A focus of the course is developing skills needed for managing multiple clients and priorities across the lifespan . Using the nursing process , students will gain experience in adapting nursing practices to meet the needs of clients with diverse needs and backgrounds . ( Prerequisites : Accepted in Nursing-AD program ; 10-543-105 , Nsg Health Alterations ; 10-543-106 , Nursing Health Promotion ; 10-543-107 , Nsg Clin Care Across Lifespan ; 10-543-108 , Nsg Intro to Clinical Care Mgmt ; 10-801-196 , Oral / Interpersonal Communication ; 10-806-179 , Adv Anatomy & Physiology ; Corerequisites : 10-806-197 , Microbiology ; 10-543-109 , Nsg Complex Hlth Alter 1 ; 10-543-112 , Nursing Adv Skills ; 10-809-198 , Intro to Psych ) Course Typically Offered : Summer / Fall / Spring
10-809-196 INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLOGY ... the nature and variety of groups ; inequality , race and ethnicity ; family , population , social integration , and change ; collective behavior ; politics , economics , religion , education , and the effects of technology . ( Prerequisite : Next Gen Rdg score greater / equal to 250 AND Writing score greater / equal to 237 ; OR ACT Rdg score greater / equal to 16 AND English greater / equal to 15 ; OR 10-831-107 , College Reading and Writing with a B or better )
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