Independent Study in Nursing

INDEPENDENT STUDY IN NURS

Provides an opportunity for students to engage in independent study in an area of interest. A mentor is assigned.

• Instructor: Heidi Hahn-Schroeder
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• 0-8 points

Introduction to Human Nutrition

INTRO HUMAN NUTRITION

This undergraduate-level introductory course provides an overview of the science of nutrition and nutrition's relationship to health promotion and disease prevention. The primary focus is on the essential macronutrients and micronutrients, including their chemical structures, food sources, digestion and absorption, metabolism, storage, and excretion. Students develop the skills to evaluate dietary patterns and to estimate caloric requirements and nutrient needs using tools such as Dietary Guidelines for Americans, My Plate, Nutrition Facts Labels, and Dietary Reference Intakes.

• Instructor: Lora Sporny
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• 3 points

Human Anatomy & Physiology I with Lab

HUMAN ANAT & PHYS I W/LAB

This undergraduate-level introductory course is the first of a two-course-series on human anatomy and physiology. Using a body systems approach, we will study the anatomical structure and physiological function of the human body. Foundational concepts from chemistry, cell biology, and histology are reviewed and built upon through the progression of topics. Each of the body systems will be studied for their structure, function, and mechanisms of regulation. The core concepts of levels of organization, interdependence of systems, and homeostasis will be emphasized throughout the course. This beginner level course will lay the foundation for further advanced study of physiology and pathophysiology within a nursing curriculum.

• Instructor: Sally W Aboelela
  CULPA: 5 Info
• 4 points

Human Anatomy & Physiology II with Lab

HUMAN ANAT & PHYS II W/LA

This undergraduate-level introductory course is the second of a two-course series on human anatomy and physiology. Using a body systems approach, we will study the anatomical structure and physiological function of the human body. Foundational concepts from chemistry, cell biology, and histology are reviewed and built upon through the progression of topics. Each of the body systems will be studied for their structure, function, and mechanisms of regulation. The core concepts of levels of organization, interdependence of systems, and homeostasis will be emphasized throughout the course. This beginner level course will lay the foundation for further advanced study of physiology and pathophysiology within a nursing curriculum.

• Instructor: Sally W Aboelela
  CULPA: 5 Info
• 4 points

Microbiology with Lab

MICROBIOLOGY W/LAB

This online undergraduate-level introductory course focuses on the core concepts and principles of microbiology. We will explore how microorganisms co-exist and interact with humans creating both beneficial and pathological results. We will survey the diversity of microorganisms, their classification, and the essential processes needed for survival; which will dictate the environments in which they can thrive. This exploration of microorganism diversity will include topics such as microbial nutrition and metabolism, genetics, and antimicrobial mechanisms employed by and against microorganisms. Special attention will be given to understanding the human immune system, mechanisms of infection by pathogenic microorganisms, and the role non-harmful microbiota serve in supporting immune function. The weekly lab component of this course will support and complement each learning module and familiarize students with basic microbiologic lab techniques.

• Instructor: Michelle I Evans
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• 4 points

Introduction to Developmental Psychology

INTRO DEV PSYCH LIFESPAN

This introductory course covers human development across the lifespan. The course will provide an overview of development and the complexity of human growth through physical, cognitive, emotional, and social capacities. A review of historical and modern-day developmental theories as well as more complex interpersonal constructs, such as cultural variations, will be discussed. Special emphasis is placed upon examining the dynamic interplay between biology and environment with relevant application to nursing practice. The role of social and cultural stressors such as racism and socioeconomics in shaping human development will be examined. This undergraduate-level course will lay the foundation for further advanced study of human development within a nursing curriculum.

• Instructor: Gabrielle A Ranger-Murdock
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• 3 points

Biostatistics

In this introductory undergraduate course students will learn how vital the study of Biostatistics is to ensure that clinical and public health practices are supported by reliable evidence. Students will gain an appreciation for the hazards of applying human intuition to probability and statistical questions. This course is designed to explore the collection, analysis, and presentation/visualization of biologic and health data using statistical methods. Students will learn and apply fundamental concepts and techniques of descriptive statistics. Students will also learn basic fundamental concepts of inferential statistics.

• Instructor: Sally W Aboelela
  CULPA: 5 Info
• 3 points

Beginner Medical Spanish

BEGINNER MEDICAL SPANISH

This class is designed for the beginner student to gain working level knowledge of basic Spanish vocabulary, verb conjugation, and medical terminology for use in a clinical setting. In addition to short lectures to facilitate grammar and usage patterns, class time will be used for intensive speaking practice to improve pronunciation, enhance comprehension, and build confidence in using Spanish through the use of hypothetical scenarios, student presentations, and small group discussions to improve Spanish language and Spanish language proficiency.

• T 6:30 p.m.-7 p.m.
• Instructor: Ana I Esteban Gonzalez
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• 1 points

Global Medical Spanish

GLOBAL MEDICAL SPANISH

This course is designed for the nursing student interested in Spanish-language speaking communities who has an intermediate or advanced Spanish language proficiency to help improve their proficiency as an intercultural speaker. In addition to short lectures to facilitate grammar and usage patterns, class time will be used for intensive speaking practice to evaluate health challenges in Latinx- communities and Spanish-speaking countries.

• T 5 p.m.-6:20 p.m.
• Instructor: Ana I Esteban Gonzalez
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• 1 points

Topics in Nursing Practice

TOPICS IN NURSING PRACTIC

This course is designed to introduce pre-licensure students to relevant and emergent topics which affect the practice of nursing in the national and international healthcare system. The focus will be on issues confronting professional nurses including global health, cultural awareness, gender identity, and evidence-based wellness. State mandated topics for licensure will be covered.

• Instructor: Heidi Hahn-Schroeder
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• 0-1 points

Nursing Leadership and Management

NURSE LEADERSHIP & MANAGM

This course is designed to introduce concepts of leadership and management for entry-level professional nursing practice. The course addresses building cultures of quality and safety in complex health care delivery systems and introduces management theories and concepts including interprofessional communication, teamwork, delegation, and supervision.

• T 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
• Instructor: Ana Kelly
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• 2 points

Pathophysiology of the Child

PATHOPHYSIOLOGY OF THE CH

This course is required for students in Pediatric Primary Care and the Pediatric Specialty Care programs. The pathogenesis of common conditions affecting children is presented and serves as a basis for clinical management. Relevant pharmacology is presented for each of the disease entities.

• T 1 p.m.-3:50 p.m.
• Instructor: Deanna M Schneider
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• 3 points

Maternal-Fetal-Newborn Physiology

MAT-FETAL-NEWBORN PHYSIOL

The fundamental purpose of this course is to facilitate an understanding of the physiological mechanisms relevant to the maternal experience, fetal life, and the neonatal period. This course will focus primarily on the physiology of normal maternal/fetal/newborn issues and cover some common complications and pathology.

• W 3 p.m.-4:50 p.m.
• Instructor: Sally W Aboelela
  CULPA: 5 Info
• 2 points

Independent Study in Family Primary Care

INDEP STUDY IN FAMILY NUR

Individualized, guided learning experiences at the graduate level in a selected area of concentration. The area of concentration selected should reflect both the role of the clinical specialist / nurse practitioner and the student’s specific interests. Proposed work must be outlined prior to registration and agreed upon by both faculty and student.

• Instructor: Aluem Tark
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• 1-8 points

Science of Psychiatric Mental Health Nur

SCIENCE PSYCHIATRIC MENTA

This course focuses on the population of clients experiencing acute and chronic psychiatric disorders across the lifespan. Emphasis will be placed on the nurse/client relationship, psychopharmacology, and treatment modalities. Environmental stressors and the effects of mental health disorders on clients and their families will be discussed.

• MF 8 a.m.-12:50 p.m.
• 3 points

Science of Psychiatric Mental Health Nur

SCIENCE PSYCHIATRIC MENTA

This course focuses on the population of clients experiencing acute and chronic psychiatric disorders across the lifespan. Emphasis will be placed on the nurse/client relationship, psychopharmacology, and treatment modalities. Environmental stressors and the effects of mental health disorders on clients and their families will be discussed.

• MF 8 a.m.-12:50 p.m.
• Instructor: Isper Crissey
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• 3 points

Practice in Psychiatric Mental Health Nu

PRACTICE PSYCHIATRIC MENT

This clinical course is designed to provide the student with experience to care for the client experiencing a major psychiatric and/or mental health disorder. Emphasis will be placed on the role of the professional nurse in various treatment settings as well as current treatment modalities. The client population includes children, adolescents, and adults along the health-illness continuum.

• Instructor: Isper Crissey
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• 2 points

Practice in Psychiatric Mental Health Nu

PRACTICE PSYCHIATRIC MENT

This clinical course is designed to provide the student with experience to care for the client experiencing a major psychiatric and/or mental health disorder. Emphasis will be placed on the role of the professional nurse in various treatment settings as well as current treatment modalities. The client population includes children, adolescents, and adults along the health-illness continuum.

• Instructor: Isper Crissey
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• 2 points

Science of Nursing Practice with Childbe

SCI OF NURS PRACTICE CHIL

This didactic course focuses on the care of the family during the childbearing years. The processes of normal pregnancy and birth, high risk pregnancy, and the care of the healthy newborn are presented. Through integration of the sciences and evidence-based knowledge, concepts of family, environment, health, wellness, and culture will be emphasized. Issues related to women’s reproductive health and contraception will be covered.

• MF 8 a.m.-12:50 p.m.
• 3 points

Science of Nursing Practice with Childbe

SCI OF NURS PRACTICE CHIL

This didactic course focuses on the care of the family during the childbearing years. The processes of normal pregnancy and birth, high risk pregnancy, and the care of the healthy newborn are presented. Through integration of the sciences and evidence-based knowledge, concepts of family, environment, health, wellness, and culture will be emphasized. Issues related to women’s reproductive health and contraception will be covered.

• MF 8 a.m.-12:50 p.m.
• Instructor: Caroline S Handschuh
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• 3 points

Nursing Practice with Childbearing Famil

NURSING PRAC-CHILDBEARING

This clinical course is designed to provide the student with experience to utilize evidence-based knowledge and critical thinking skills in providing nursing care to childbearing families. Clinical assignments will include caring for families during the antepartum, intrapartum, postpartum, and newborn periods. Concepts of wellness, culture, infant growth and development, family integrity, and patient advocacy are used as a basis for the provision of care.

• Instructor: Caroline S Handschuh
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• 2 points

Nursing Practice with Childbearing Famil

NURSING PRAC-CHILDBEARING

This clinical course is designed to provide the student with experience to utilize evidence-based knowledge and critical thinking skills in providing nursing care to childbearing families. Clinical assignments will include caring for families during the antepartum, intrapartum, postpartum, and newborn periods. Concepts of wellness, culture, infant growth and development, family integrity, and patient advocacy are used as a basis for the provision of care.

• 2 points

Science of Nursing Practice with Childre

SCI-NURSING PRAC WITH CHI

This course focuses on nursing care of the child along the health-illness continuum. Core concepts of growth and development, well child care, family structure, environment, heredity, and psychosocial factors will serve as a basis for designing care. The child with acute, chronic, and life threatening illness will be covered as well as risk factors for morbidity and mortality. Nursing strategies to minimize stressors experienced by children and their families during illness will be presented. Key elements of spirituality, culture, socioeconomic status, and health beliefs will be examined.

• MF 8 a.m.-12:50 p.m.
• Instructor: Jeanne N Churchill
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• 3 points

Science of Nursing Practice with Childre

SCI-NURSING PRAC WITH CHI

This course focuses on nursing care of the child along the health-illness continuum. Core concepts of growth and development, well child care, family structure, environment, heredity, and psychosocial factors will serve as a basis for designing care. The child with acute, chronic, and life threatening illness will be covered as well as risk factors for morbidity and mortality. Nursing strategies to minimize stressors experienced by children and their families during illness will be presented. Key elements of spirituality, culture, socioeconomic status, and health beliefs will be examined.

• MF 8 a.m.-12:50 p.m.
• Instructor: Jeanne N Churchill
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• 3 points

Nursing Practice with Children

NURSING PRACTICE WITH CHI

This clinical course is designed to provide the student with the opportunity to utilize evidence-based knowledge and critical thinking skills in the planning and provision of comprehensive nursing care to children along the health-illness continuum. Clinical assignments will include caring for the well child as well as the child with acute and chronic illness. Concepts of growth and development, family integrity, wellness, risk reduction and disease prevention will be stressed. Key elements of culture, spirituality, heredity, and patient advocacy will be integrated into nursing care.

• Instructor: Jeanne N Churchill
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• 2 points

Nursing Practice with Children

NURSING PRACTICE WITH CHI

This clinical course is designed to provide the student with the opportunity to utilize evidence-based knowledge and critical thinking skills in the planning and provision of comprehensive nursing care to children along the health-illness continuum. Clinical assignments will include caring for the well child as well as the child with acute and chronic illness. Concepts of growth and development, family integrity, wellness, risk reduction and disease prevention will be stressed. Key elements of culture, spirituality, heredity, and patient advocacy will be integrated into nursing care.

• Instructor: Jeanne N Churchill
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• 2 points

Sci. of Nursing Practice with Adults I

SCI OF NUR PRAC W ADULTS

This course builds upon the study of major biophysical health problems affecting the adult population learned in N5400 Science of Nursing Practice. This course is one of two courses designed to provide the student with a sound foundation in medical-surgical nursing care of the adult client. Through integration of knowledge from the biological, physical, epidemiological, and behavioral sciences, concepts of health, environment, risk reduction and disease prevention will be presented. Emphasis will be placed on older adults experiencing common geriatric syndromes. The role of the professional nurse in caring for the adult client continues to be a focus in the context of individual, family, and community. Course I will include Cardiac, Respiratory, Renal, Infectious Diseases, Endocrine Disorders, Shock and Burns.

• MF 8 a.m.-12:50 p.m.
• Instructor: Ana Kelly
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• 3 points

Sci. of Nursing Practice with Adults I

SCI OF NUR PRAC W ADULTS

This course builds upon the study of major biophysical health problems affecting the adult population learned in N5400 Science of Nursing Practice. This course is one of two courses designed to provide the student with a sound foundation in medical-surgical nursing care of the adult client. Through integration of knowledge from the biological, physical, epidemiological, and behavioral sciences, concepts of health, environment, risk reduction and disease prevention will be presented. Emphasis will be placed on older adults experiencing common geriatric syndromes. The role of the professional nurse in caring for the adult client continues to be a focus in the context of individual, family, and community. Course I will include Cardiac, Respiratory, Renal, Infectious Diseases, Endocrine Disorders, Shock and Burns.

• MF 8 a.m.-12:50 p.m.
• Instructor: Ana Kelly
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• 3 points

Nursing Practice with Adults I

NURS PRAC WITH ADULTS I

This course is designed to provide the student with clinical experience to implement patient-centered care that reflects an understanding of the concepts of human growth and development, pathophysiology, medical management, and nursing management along the health-illness continuum. Emphasis will be placed on nursing care of the adult with acute and chronic illness as well as common geriatric syndromes. Key elements of culture, spirituality, heredity, ethics, and health literacy will be integrated into the planning and provision of nursing care.

• Instructor: Claudia Jacobs
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• 2 points

Nursing Practice with Adults I

NURS PRAC WITH ADULTS I

This course is designed to provide the student with clinical experience to implement patient-centered care that reflects an understanding of the concepts of human growth and development, pathophysiology, medical management, and nursing management along the health-illness continuum. Emphasis will be placed on nursing care of the adult with acute and chronic illness as well as common geriatric syndromes. Key elements of culture, spirituality, heredity, ethics, and health literacy will be integrated into the planning and provision of nursing care.

• Instructor: Claudia Jacobs
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• 2 points

Sci. of Nursing Practice with Adults II

SCI NUR PRAC W ADULTS II

This course builds upon the study of major biophysical health problems affecting the adult population learned in N5400 Science of Nursing Practice. This course is one of two courses designed to provide the student with a sound foundation in medical-surgical nursing care of the adult client. Through integration of knowledge from the biological, physical, epidemiological, and behavioral sciences, concepts of health, environment, risk reduction and disease prevention will be presented. Emphasis will be placed on older adults experiencing common geriatric syndromes. The role of the professional nurse in caring for the adult client continues to be a focus in the context of individual, family, and community. Course II will include Neurological, Musculoskeletal, Hematology, Oncology, Immunology, Perioperative, Gastrointestinal and Hepatic.

• MF 8 a.m.-12:50 p.m.
• Instructor: Natalie Voigt
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• 3 points

Sci. of Nursing Practice with Adults II

SCI NUR PRAC W ADULTS II

This course builds upon the study of major biophysical health problems affecting the adult population learned in N5400 Science of Nursing Practice. This course is one of two courses designed to provide the student with a sound foundation in medical-surgical nursing care of the adult client. Through integration of knowledge from the biological, physical, epidemiological, and behavioral sciences, concepts of health, environment, risk reduction and disease prevention will be presented. Emphasis will be placed on older adults experiencing common geriatric syndromes. The role of the professional nurse in caring for the adult client continues to be a focus in the context of individual, family, and community. Course II will include Neurological, Musculoskeletal, Hematology, Oncology, Immunology, Perioperative, Gastrointestinal and Hepatic.

• MF 8 a.m.-12:50 p.m.
• 3 points

Nursing Practice with Adults II

NURS PRACT WITH ADULTS II

This course is designed to provide the student with clinical experience to implement patient-centered care that reflects an understanding of the concepts of human growth and development, pathophysiology, medical management, and nursing management along the health-illness continuum. Emphasis will be placed on nursing care of the adult with acute and chronic illness as well as common geriatric syndromes. Key elements of culture, spirituality, heredity, ethics, and health literacy will be integrated into the planning and provision of nursing care.

• 2 points

Nursing Practice with Adults II

NURS PRACT WITH ADULTS II

This course is designed to provide the student with clinical experience to implement patient-centered care that reflects an understanding of the concepts of human growth and development, pathophysiology, medical management, and nursing management along the health-illness continuum. Emphasis will be placed on nursing care of the adult with acute and chronic illness as well as common geriatric syndromes. Key elements of culture, spirituality, heredity, ethics, and health literacy will be integrated into the planning and provision of nursing care.

• 2 points

Integration of Nursing Practice

INTEGRATION OF NURSE PRAC

Nursing integration is the capstone immersion experience designed to provide the student with an opportunity to synthesize the knowledge and skills acquired during previous coursework. The student will build clinical reasoning and develop beginning proficiency in patient management and evaluation through assignments in increasingly complex patient care settings. Working closely with staff and faculty, the student will gain the confidence and skill needed to function as a novice nurse who is a designer, manager and coordinator of care.

• Instructor: Candice Smith
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• 3 points

Integration of Nursing Practice

INTEGRATION OF NURSE PRAC

Nursing integration is the capstone immersion experience designed to provide the student with an opportunity to synthesize the knowledge and skills acquired during previous coursework. The student will build clinical reasoning and develop beginning proficiency in patient management and evaluation through assignments in increasingly complex patient care settings. Working closely with staff and faculty, the student will gain the confidence and skill needed to function as a novice nurse who is a designer, manager and coordinator of care.

• 3 points

Professional Issues in Nurse-Midwifery

PROF ISSUES NURS/MIDWIFER

The Professional Issues in Nurse-Midwifery course is designed to concentrate on the transition from student to beginning nurse-midwife practitioner. It examines the history of the profession and the role of its leadership organizations including the ACNM. Students will submit articles for publication to the Journal of Midwifery and Women’s Health. The course curriculum also examines current critical issues that impact on the profession, both national and international, and addresses organizational and legislative means of effecting change.

• T 1 p.m.-2:50 p.m.
• Instructor: Rebekah L Ruppe
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• 2 points

Psychotherapy: Theories and Techniques

PSYCHOTHERAPY:THEORIES/T

This course is designed to present major theoretical systems of psychotherapy, with a special emphasis on how clients in therapy change and how to conceptualize clients' presenting concerns from theoretical points of view. Issues related to application of theory in practice, especially those related to individual/cultural diversity will be addressed and emphasized.

• M 10 a.m.-11:50 a.m.
• Instructor: Latisha M Hanson
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• 2 points

Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Clinical Pr

PNP CLINICAL PRACTICUM

This is the first clinical experience with pediatric patients for the PNP student. The student will be responsible for developing objectives and sharing them with the preceptor. The skills needed to obtain a good history and physical will be honed and further developed. When possible, the student will proactively seek opportunities to practice clinical skills of vision screening, hearing screening and venous access. The student will develop their skills in developmental and mental health screening.

• Instructor: Sabrina Opiola McCauley
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• 1 points

Diagnosis and Management of the Critical

DIAG/MGT OF CRIT ILL ADUL

A systematic exploration of advanced diagnosis and management techniques in caring for acutely and critically ill adults. This course is offered with a companion clinical course.

• M 9 a.m.-11:50 a.m.
• 3 points

Principles and Practice of Oncology II:

PRIN & PRACTICE OF ONCOLO

This course presents a systematic overview of the most common cancer diagnoses across the lifespan and associated prevention, screening, and early detection. The course presents genetic predispositions and mutations as well as familial syndromes that increase risk for a diagnosis of cancer.  The course examines cancer diagnoses that appear in all age groups as well as cancers mostly specific to set age groups. It incorporates the pathophysiology of pediatric, adolescent, young adult, and adult cancers, current evidence-based treatment modalities and regimens for each cancer, and data from ongoing clinical trials about cutting-edge therapies being developed. The course provides a framework for the oncology nurse practitioner (NP) for synthesis, integration, and application of this knowledge for diagnosing, assessing, and managing patients with a cancer diagnosis in clinical practice.

• Instructor: Laura J Graafland
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• 2 points

Advanced Physiology and Pathophysiology

ADV PHYS & PATHO II

Part two of two. In this course we will examine the normal physiological function of organ systems, the mechanisms for the maintenance of health, and the pathophysiological alterations in body function that lead to disease. Each class will focus on a specific physiologic process or organ system. We will pay particular focus to diseases that commonly occur across the lifespan, examining common etiologies, pathogenic mechanisms, clinical manifestations, and common treatments of each.

• T 2 p.m.-4:50 p.m.
• Instructor: Sally W Aboelela
  CULPA: 5 Info
• 2 points

Health Promotion and Disease Prevention

HLTH PROMOTION/DISEASE PR

This course is designed to provide the student with a systematic approach to the delivery of health promotion and disease prevention in primary health care to individuals, families, communities, and aggregate populations.

• T 4 p.m.-6 p.m.
• Instructor: Lisa Iannacci-Manasia
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• 3 points

Care Coordination

CARE COORDINATION

The care coordination course is designed to provide nursing students the skills to provide patient-centered care, deliberately organize patient care activities and share information among all of the participants concerned with a patient's care to achieve safer and more effective care. Reducing high rates of errors, reducing high rates of readmission, improving satisfaction with care, addressing unmet needs in health care and reducing cost burden will also be explored.

• T 8 a.m.-10:50 a.m.
• Instructor: Karol Dibello
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• 3 points

Advanced Physical Assessment for Nurse L

ADVANCED ASSESSMENT FOR N

This course will develop the knowledge and skills necessary for conducting advanced comprehensive and focused health assessment for individuals with emphasis placed on interviewing skills, health histories, physical and psycho-social findings. Utilizing a systems approach and a background in basic physical assessment, identification and interpretation of abnormalities are emphasized.

• T 6 p.m.-8 p.m.
• Instructor: Jason Lee
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• 3 points

Academic-Practice Research Fellowship

PRACTICE RESEARCH FELLOWS

This graduate course is designed to provide the student with the knowledge and skills to facilitate changes in practice delivery using quality improvement strategies. Historical development for total quality management and strategies for implementing process improvement are emphasized. Students will learn how to develop a culture of appreciative inquiry to foster inquisition and innovation. Upon completion of this course, students will design a plan for implementation of a quality improvement project.

• Instructor: Kasey B Jackman
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• 0 points

Master's Capstone Project Development

MS CAPSTONE PROJECT DEV

This graduate course is designed to provide the student with the knowledge and skills to facilitate changes in practice delivery using quality improvement strategies. Historical development for total quality management and strategies for implementing process improvement are emphasized. Students will learn how to develop a culture of appreciative inquiry to foster inquisition and innovation. Upon completion of this course, students will design a plan for implementation of a quality improvement project.

• T 4 p.m.-6 p.m.
• 3 points

Primary Care for the FNP: Seminar

PC FOR THE FNP: SEM

This seminar course will assist the FNP students to integrate knowledge learned to develop clinical reasoning skills and medical decision making in the delivery of primary care to patients across the lifespan. The focus will be on the provision of evidence-based care in the assessment and treatment of individuals who present to primary care for acute and well encounters incorporating social determinants of health and health disparities.

• W 5 p.m.-6:50 p.m.
• Instructor: Rakiyah T Jones
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• 1 points

Primary Care for the FNP: Practicum

PC FOR THE FNP: PRAC

The clinical practicum is designed to prepare the students to provide primary care across the lifespan focusing on health maintenance. The clinical experience will familiarize the student with age-appropriate physical, cognitive and emotional development, routine well and episodic care as well as identifying social determinants of health and health disparities in primary care.

• Instructor: Ellen M Fahey
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• 3 points

Seminar in the Complex Patient Across Se

SEM IN COMPLEX PATIENT

This seminar is designed to further develop the role of the DNP student, in the provision of care to individuals and families, with complex, chronic, comorbid, advanced or terminal illness through the lifespan across clinical settings. Using iterative case narrative writing, critical thinking and action in practice will be described. Using the DNP Competencies in Comprehensive Care as the framework, students will analyze clinical decision-making and utilize evidence for best clinical practices. In depth reflection and analysis, synthesis, critical appraisal and application of evidence will be highlighted.

• W 10 a.m.-11:50 a.m.
• Instructor: Ariana Komaroff
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• Instructor: Aluem Tark
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• 1 points

Complex Care Across Settings: Practicum

COMPLEX CARE: PRACTICUM

This clinical course is designed to further develop the role of the student to provide care to individuals with complex, comorbid, advanced, or terminal illness and their families across care settings.

• Instructor: Ellen M Fahey
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• 3-4 points

Family Systems Across the Lifespan

FAM SYSTEMS ACROSS LIFESP

This course will present Family Systems Theory as it applies to families across the lifespan. It will apply the concepts of Family Systems Theory to the understanding and assessment of the family life cycle from a multi-generation and multi-cultural perspective. The conceptual framework will assist the clinician in the provision of family-centered primary care.

• Instructor: Patricia Ryan
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• 1 points

Advanced Clinical Management and Leaders

ADV CLINICAL MANAGEMENT &

This graduate course will focus on health service systems.Students will study the theories, competencies, and concepts of management and leadership. Furthermore students will examine the leadership role related to quality and safety in complex health service delivery systems, the management theories and concepts such as interprofessional communication, teamwork, delegation and supervision.The core role competencies for the nurse leader frame the course activities.

• T 6 p.m.-8 p.m.
• Instructor: Anita Volpe
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• 3 points

PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICE OF NURSE ANESTHE

PRIN & PRACTICE OF NURS A

This is the first of four didactic courses that discuss techniques for anesthetic administration and related technologies in the context of various surgical and diagnostic interventions in diverse anesthetizing locations. Focus is assessment and management of monitoring modalities and other techniques in the perioperative environment. Cultural humility will be incorporated into care plans to develop anesthetic management individualized to patient identities and cultures while including an emphasis on social and cultural health disparities.

• W 9 a.m.-11:50 a.m.
• Instructor: Maribeth L Massie
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• 3 points

PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICE OF NURSE ANESTHE

PRIN & PRAC NURS ANES LAB

This lab is the first of three lab/simulation courses. Focus is placed upon essential technology and procedures utilized in the management of the patient during the preoperative, intraoperative, and the postoperative period. The course activities promote a synthesis of lecture content obtained in Principles & Practice of Nurse Anesthesia I course. Lab/simulation experiences will develop the psychomotor skills and critical thinking inherent to the practice of nurse anesthesia. Specific procedural skills must be safely demonstrated. Cultural humility will be incorporated into care plans and simulations to develop anesthetic management individualized to patient identities and cultures while including an emphasis on social and cultural health disparities.

• W 1 p.m.-4:50 p.m.
• Instructor: Christian Cansino
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• 2 points

PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICE OF NURSE ANESTHE

PRIN & PRAC NURS ANES IV

This is the fourth didactic course that discusses the various methods and techniques of anesthesia administration with an emphasis on the physiological basis for practice. Alterations in homeostatic mechanisms and advanced anesthetic management throughout the perioperative continuum of patients undergoing advanced, complex surgeries and procedures are emphasized. Cultural humility will be incorporated into care plans to develop anesthetic management individualized to patient identities and cultures while including an emphasis on social and cultural health disparities.

• M 9 a.m.-11:50 a.m.
• Instructor: Antoinette T Padula
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• 3 points

Diagnosis and Management in Primary Care

DIAGNOSIS & MANAGMNT ACRO

This is the first of three consecutive courses focusing on utilizing a systems and developmental approach in primary care. This course will focus on the differential diagnosis and comprehensive care management of commonly encountered acute and chronic physical and mental health illnesses as they affect individuals across the lifespan. For each system studied, health assessment, diagnostic findings, and multi-modal management will be highlighted.

• W 9 a.m.-11:50 a.m.
• Instructor: Marcia Robinson
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• 3 points

Diagnosis and Management of the Complex

DIAG & MGMNT COMPLEX PATI

This is the third course of three consecutive courses focusing on a systems and developmental approach in primary care with emphasis on risk assessment, comorbidities and acuity to determine the most appropriate level of care. This course will focus on the differential diagnosis and comprehensive management of commonly encountered acute and chronic physical and mental health illnesses as they affect individuals across the lifespan.

• W 1 p.m.-3:50 p.m.
• Instructor: Marlene E Mc Hugh
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• 3 points

Clinical Seminar in Women's Health

CLIN SEMIN WOMEN'S HEALTH

Clinical seminar in Women's Health is designed to provide the Women's Health Subspecialty student with an opportunity to expand on clinical practicum experiences via case presentation and faculty led group clinical discussion. Each student will present a case chosen from the women's health practicum experience. The presenting student will lead a class discussion based on their case facilitated by the course instructor. Some seminar sessions will include a didactic component presented by the course instructor to further elaborate on clinical issues presented in the cases over the course of the semester.

• Instructor: Adena Bargad
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• 1 points

Disparities in Women's Health

DISPARITIES IN WOMEN'S HE

This course emphasizes critical analysis of disparities in women’s health both historically and in the current health care system. Institutional racism and misogyny will be examined as a major contributor to health disparities. Health outcomes across the lifespan for women in the United States will be compared and contrasted with outcomes in low and high resource countries. The social and political context will include disparities identified based on the social determinants of health which include age, race, poverty, mental and physical capacity, ethnicity, language, country of national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation. Efforts to close the gap in disparities will be identified and analyzed.

• W noon-1:50 p.m.
• Instructor: Melissa Pena
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• 2 points

Advanced Gynecology

WELL-WOMAN GYNECOLOGY

This course addresses issues throughout a woman’s life span in the arena of gynecological well-being. It focuses on the development of a knowledge base that enables us to understand what gynecological and reproductive well-being is for a woman and how this impacts her health physically, mentally, emotionally, and culturally. From this perspective, we can develop appropriate patient education to maximize her ability to achieve and maintain well-being. Topics include the full range of gynecologic and reproductive health maintenance issues and challenges women face across the life cycle.

• W 4 p.m.-5:50 p.m.
• Instructor: Adena Bargad
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• 3 points

Practicum in Women's Health

PRACTICUM IN WOMEN'S HEAL

This class builds upon the principles learned in the two foundational courses of the subspecialty in Women’s Health: Comprehensive Women’s Health and Advanced Care for the Childbearing Year. The student will perform and document women's health and/or antepartum physical exams in both laboratory practice and clinical settings focusing on health promotion and maintenance.

• Instructor: Adena Bargad
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• 1-2 points

Breastfeeding, Postpartum, and Newborn C

BREASTFEEDING/POSTPART/NE

This course provides the graduate nurse-midwifery student with a theoretical and practical knowledge of the neonate, breastfeeding, and the postpartum period with an emphasis on the first six weeks. Normal physiology and family centered management skills are emphasized. Students are encouraged to provide care that recognizes and respects the cultural dynamics of the family. Pathophysiology is also covered to familiarize the nurse-midwife with various interventions when deviations from the normal are encountered.

• W 9 a.m.-11:50 a.m.
• 3 points

Intrapartum: Didactic

INTRAPARTUM DIDACTIC

Didactic presents an understanding of the process of labor, birthing, and immediate postpartum and how this impacts on the mother and baby from a midwifery perspective. Specific focus centers on the midwifery management process, particularly for the normal, with differential diagnosis to determine when intervention/consultation is necessary. Birthing management will be viewed in a variety of settings and cultures. Practical skills for assessment and management will be taught. The course will provide mastery of the core competencies required by ACNM.

• T 9 a.m.-11:50 a.m.
• 3 points

Intrapartum: Clinical

INTRAPARTUM CLINICAL

Clinical practice includes nurse-midwifery management of the care of the normal intrapartum woman/ newborn/ family and collaboration and/or referral for complex management. Experience on the postpartum ward and in newborn care is obtained in this clinical rotation when intrapartum patients are not available.

• 4 points

Midwifery Clinical Competency Skills II

MIDWIFE CLIN COMPETNCY SK

Clinical skills preparation is essential before a student enters clinical practicum. A variety of skills relevant to intrapartum, newborn, and postpartum care are taught and then practiced in simulation settings and peer practice.

• Instructor: Malaika A Miller
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• 2 points

Independent Study in Nurse-Midwifery

IND STUDY NURSE MIDWIFERY

• Instructor: Rebekah L Ruppe
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• 1-8 points

DNP Clinical Seminar in Midwifery II

DNP CLINICAL SEM IN MIDWI

This course is a continuation of Seminar I. Using the DNP Competencies in Comprehensive Care as the framework, students will analyze clinical decision-making and utilization of evidence for best clinical practices in the inpatient setting. Clinical appraisal and critique of challenging cases from the practice environment will facilitate the students’ application of the knowledge base and skills essential to the role of the nurse midwife.

• W 1 p.m.-2:50 p.m.
• 1 points

Interprofessional Collaborative Practice

INTERP COLL PRACT T-I CAR

This is a year-long elective course sequence required for Behavioral Health Workforce Education Training (BHWET) interns. The purpose of the seminar is to provide students with enriched educational, training and career development opportunities focused on interprofessional practice, assessment of violence and trauma focused cognitive behavioral techniques. Over the course these 3 semesters, students will gain proficiency in evidence-based methods of trauma informed care, understanding the short and long term consequences of violence and other forms of trauma, and assess for the impact of trauma on well-being and rehabilitation. Didactic, experiential, and simulation training will be made available to enhance participation and learning. Students will gain an understanding of the role of the interprofessional behavioral health team and their individual contributions and therapeutic modalities. At the end of the course sequence, students will be prepared to meet behavioral health needs in varied settings across the life span.

• 0 points

Clinical Practice and Supervision with F

CLIN PRAC SUPERVISION FAM

This clinical practice course is designed for students to develop clinical skills in family therapy based on Structural, Bowenian and Multicontextual Family Therapy models. It consists of clinical practice and supervision.

• M 8 a.m.-9:50 a.m.
• W 5:30 p.m.-7:20 p.m.
• W 4 p.m.-6 p.m.
• T 5 p.m.-7 p.m.
• Instructor: Latisha M Hanson
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• Instructor: Elena C Abascal
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• Instructor: Quilvio A Rodriguez
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• Instructor: Lorena N Conz
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• 2 points

Seminar in Family Therapy and Technique

SEM-FAMILY THERAPY & TECH

This course focuses on an integrated systems approach, including Structural, Bowenian, and the Multicontextual Frameworks and is designed to assist the student in integrating the theoretical and practical aspects of the systems approach to treating families. The course will review the basic issues involved in psychiatric diagnosis and abnormal psychopathology from a systems perspective. Videotape review, didactic materials, class presentation, and discussion will provide a comprehensive theoretical basis for the understanding and development of more advanced clinical skills.

• M 1 p.m.-3:50 p.m.
• Instructor: Fatima M Ramos
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• 2 points

Seminar in Advanced Practice in Psychiat

SEM IN ADV PRC PMH NURSIN

This course is a continuation of Seminar I. Using the DNP Competencies in Comprehensive Care as the framework, students will analyze clinical decision-making and utilization of evidence for best clinical practices in a variety of mental health settings. Clinical appraisal and critique of challenging cases from the practice environment will facilitate the students’ application of the knowledge base and skills essential to the role of the psychiatric nurse practitioner.

• M noon-1:50 p.m.
• Instructor: Beth J Maletz
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• 2 points

Group Theory

GROUP THEORY

This seminar course is designed to increase the student's understanding of the key concepts, the dynamics, and development of psychotherapy groups. Students are encouraged to explore the theoretical issues inherent in group practice and their relationship to psychiatric nursing theory and practice. Finally, students will address the developmental needs of clients as they relate to the group experience.

• M 5 p.m.-7:50 p.m.
• Instructor: Michelle M Charles
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• 2 points

Supervision and Practice in Individual P

SUP & PRAC IN INDIV PSYCH

One to two patients are assigned according to the student's needs for a learning experience. Students arrange for clinical contact with the assigned patients at least weekly and more often if required. The student is responsible for assessing the biophysical, psychosocial, cultural, cognitive, and spiritual dimensions of the patients and planning appropriate interventions.

• W 4 p.m.-5:50 p.m.
• W 6 p.m.-7:50 p.m.
• T 7 p.m.-9 p.m.
• Instructor: Julie Durand
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• 3 points

Supervision and Practice in Group Psycho

SUPERVISION/PRACTICE GROU

The student participates as a leader or co-leader in a psychotherapeutic group of 10-12 sessions. Weekly clinical supervision is focused on group dynamics and development.

• W 10 a.m.-noon
• W 1 p.m.-3 p.m.
• W 6 p.m.-8 p.m.
• T 10 a.m.-11:50 a.m.
• Instructor: Penelope R Buschman
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• 2 points

Advanced Practice in Psychiatric Mental

ADV PRAC PSYCH MENTAL HLT

This course is designed to advance the student's clinical practice with patients in a variety of psychiatric mental health settings.  The practicum is the second of two consecutive courses. Expectations of this clinical experience are direct patient contact, therapeutic interaction with staff, families, and systems, as well as medication management. The student will function in the role of the advanced practice psychiatric nurse practitioner.  Details of the practicum will be coordinated with the student, preceptor/agency, and faculty based upon course objectives, clinical objectives, and student educational goals.

• Instructor: Beth J Maletz
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• 4 points

Fundamentals of Pediatric Primary Care I

FUN OF PED PRIM CARE II S

This, the second of two consecutive seminars, is designed to integrate knowledge from Fundamentals of Comprehensive Primary Care I along with corresponding pediatric courses into clinical application.  Students will analyze clinical decisions, develop differential diagnosis, and apply evidence for best practice through the use of case scenarios representing pediatric acute and chronic disease processes.

• M 1 p.m.-1:50 p.m.
• Instructor: Jaime Panton
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• 1 points

DNP Seminar in Pediatric Primary Care II

DNP SEM PED PRIM CARE III

This is the final seminar in the sequence for the DNP student. This seminar will continue to foster the student’s clinical decision-making process while incorporating evidence-based practice for the provision of primary care to pediatric patients across settings. Utilizing the clinical encounter format and CUSON DNP Competencies in Comprehensive Care as a framework, the student will analyze clinical decisions, appraise and apply evidence for best practice.

• T 8 a.m.-9:50 a.m.
• 2 points

Neonatal and Pediatric Advanced Pharmaco

NEO & PEDS ADV PHARM

The goals of this course are to provide students with a knowledge and understanding of clinical pharmacology, pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic principles with application to neonatal and pediatric patients. The prevention and treatment of various disease states affecting neonatal and pediatric patients will be explored. This course will review pharmacotherapeutics including appropriate use, therapeutic medication monitoring, adverse medication reactions, precautions and contraindications, and medication safety as it affects the neonatal and pediatric population.

• M 3:30 p.m.-6:20 p.m.
• Instructor: Susan Villegas
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• 3 points

Pediatric Primary Care Nursing III: Dida

PED PRIM CARE NUR III:DID

This required course in the PNP program introduces the advanced student to the provision of health care to children with special health care needs, including mental health.  Emphasis is placed on the collaborative role of the PNP in the patient-and-family-centered medical home.  The importance of palliation in the delivery of health care to children with chronic conditions and special health care needs is highlighted. The course will provide the student with the knowledge base to recognize and manage common chronic conditions in the pediatric population.

• T 10 a.m.-11:50 a.m.
• 2 points

Pediatric Primary Care Nursing IIIA: Cli

CLIN PED PRIM CARE NURSNG

This practicum focuses on the delivery of episodic illness care to children and adolescents in the ambulatory settings and on planning and managing the care of hospitalized children. The Pediatric Clinic is the main clinical setting. Here the student will learn how to assess children with common episodic illnesses, to develop and discuss differential diagnosis, to manage the care of children with minor illnesses, and to work with other health professionals collaboratively. When the illness requires hospitalization, the student will design and implement a plan of care, including discharge plans and teaching. Students utilize their knowledge of common child and adolescent illnesses and the information presented in M6630 and M8670 to assess and develop plans of care for all children and adolescents.

• 4 points

Auricular Acupuncture

Introduction to Auricular Acupuncture will teach students the practice of inserting needles according to five-needle-protocol, a protocol used to reduce cravings for drugs and alcohol, anxiety, PTSD symptoms, as well as sleep disturbances. As well as needle insertion, students will also learn to place ear seeds often used in this treatment protocol for prolonged effects.

• Instructor: Ronica Mukerjee
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• 1 points

Practicum for Cancer Symptom Management

PRAC FOR CANCER SYMPTOM M

This course provides the opportunity to manage the symptoms of cancer and its treatments with expert supervision and collaboration in the clinical setting. Learning is facilitated by expert clinicians in oncology/hospice/home/long term care areas. Evidence based practice will be promoted in issues related to quality of life, identification and prevention of complications of treatment and patient and caregiver stress.

• Instructor: Maura E Murphy
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• 1 points

Palliative Care Throughout the Lifespan

Pall Care Through Lifespa

This advanced level course focuses on issues in the clinical management of palliative care and provides the Advanced Practice Registered Nurse opportunities to integrate population based clinical knowledge, theory and research findings into assessment and management of patients and families across settings. Attention will be given to health equity.

• 3 points

Seminar in Palliative Care Throughout th

SEM IN PALL CARE THROUGH

This advanced level case-based seminar for the Advanced Practice Registered Nurse continues to build evidence-based knowledge, providing a context in which to apply techniques of communication, assessment and management of pain and complex symptoms in chronic and life limiting illness that is focused on pediatric, lifespan, or adult/geriatric populations across settings.

• Instructor: Marlene E Mc Hugh
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• 4 points

Clinical Seminar in Adult-Gerontology Ac

CLIN SEM ACUTE CARE II

Clinical Seminar in Adult-Gerontology Acute Care is designed to provide the AG-ACNP student an academic environment in which the students share their practicum experience and present case studies and journal articles for discussion with their peers. In this scholarly forum, the students are expected to present selected cases from their practicum in an organized format. The students are expected to facilitate a class dialogue and offer appropriate references.

• M 3 p.m.-4:50 p.m.
• Instructor: Jessica A Fishken-Harkins
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• 1 points

Advanced Practicum in Acute Care for the

ADV PRAC IN CRIT CARE II

This course will provide an opportunity to synthesize and integrate the advanced practice knowledge and skills acquired through all previous didactic and clinical coursework.  Students will be expected to do clinical case presentations, manage a group of patients of varying diagnoses and variability of acuity, and practice with increasing independence in the acute care advanced practice role. 

Credits increased from 4 to 5, effective Spring 2021.

• 5 points

Acute Care Radiology

ACUTE CARE RADIOLOGY

This course engages the advanced practice student in the basics of diagnostic radiology and point-of-care radiologic assessment necessary for today’s practitioner. The course offers the advanced practice student the opportunity to understand the process for selecting appropriate imaging modalities, and also challenges the student to develop novice-level competence in the interpretation of select diagnostic imaging of adults.

• Instructor: Mara Berta
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• 1 points

ANESTHESIA AND COEXISTING DISEASE

ANES & COEXISTING DISEASE

This course focuses on the complex nature of common coexisting diseases and their influence on safe delivery of nurse anesthesia care in the perioperative period.  Throughout this coure, learners will evaluate information obtained during physical and psychological assessment, review patient data and preoperative testing, and synthesize knowledge to formulate safe, individualized, perioperative anesthesia management plans for patients.

Cultural humility will be incorporated into care plans to develop anesthetic management individualized to patient identities and cultures while including an emphasis on social and cultural health disparities.

• M 9 a.m.-11:50 a.m.
• Instructor: Donald R Jr Boyd
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• 3 points

Nurse Anesthesia Residency IIA

NURSE ANESTHESIA RESIDENC

Clinical experiences provide the opportunity for students to integrate theoretical basis of practice within the clinical setting. Students move along a continuum from healthy adults and children to patients with multi-system failures. The focus is on perioperative theory transfer, development of assessment skills, and the implementation and evaluation of a plan of care. Patient interviews and teaching are integral to the process. Basic principles of decision making are emphasized throughout. Mastery to the specific level of competency is required within a specific time framework. Practice settings include operating rooms, emergency rooms, and diagnostic suites. CRNA faculty members act as facilitators of learning. Clinical conferences and professional meetings help to reinforce and evaluate learning. This is the second of four required residencies.

• Instructor: Maribeth L Massie
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• 1 points