2017-2018 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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NURS 105 - Nursing Assistant Training Program 3 CR
The Nursing Assistant Training Program is an 80.5-hour course approved by the State of Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs. The course consists of classroom, laboratory, and clinical instruction. The major emphasis is on long-term care with integration of concepts from acute care and home health care. Classroom hours will focus on theory, while laboratory hours will focus on attainment of skills that are necessary for the nursing assistant to possess. Clinical hours will focus on implementing skills obtained in the laboratory and will take place in a long-term care setting. [36-44.5-80.5]
Prerequisites & Requisites: (1) ACCUPLACER® reading score of 53, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 (AND) (2) An official GED or high school diploma.
Additional Information: TB test required.
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NURS 136 - The Transition 2 CR
The Transition combines independent study, selected skill competencies, and online discussions to accomplish learning. This course is designed to assist students to begin the transition from licensed practical nurse (LPN) to registered nurse (RN). The professional responsibilities of the LPN and RN are examined and compared. Major emphasis is placed on the use of the nursing process as a tool for assisting patients to meet their biopsychosocial needs. Critical thinking skills are explored in relation to managing patient care. This course is required for LPN Advanced Placement applicants only prior to entering nursing courses. [24-24-48]
Additional Information: Formal admission to the LPN Advanced Placement Program required.
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NURS 141 - The Fundamentals of Nursing 6 CR
This course is designed to introduce the student to the nature, art and science of nursing through the use of the nursing process. Core concepts include the characteristics and behaviors of professional nursing, critical thinking, evidence-based practice, caring, and communication. The clinical portion of the course includes learning activities related to the core concepts in a lab or clinical setting. The lab and clinical setting will include the practice and demonstration of Fundamental Nursing Skills. [64-96-160] Lab Fee
Additional Information: Formal admission to the Nursing Program required.
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NURS 150 - Chronic Physiologic Integrity 6 CR
This course is designed to introduce the student to the principles that guide nursing action in meeting the needs of the chronically ill client. Multiple clinical sites will be utilized for a variety of experiences. [64-96-160] Lab Fee
Prerequisites & Requisites: Select 1 course from NURS 145 or NURS 141 with at least a grade of C.
Additional Information: Formal admission to the Nursing Program required.
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NURS 155 - Family Processes 6 CR
This course is designed to introduce the student to the concepts of health and illness throughout the life span. The nursing process, growth and development, and the family are integrated in both the theory and clinical setting. The clinical portion will consist of obstetric, pediatric, community health agencies, and school systems. Simulated experiences in the nursing lab will enhance the critical thinking skills of the clinical sessions. [64-96-160] Lab Fee
Prerequisites & Requisites: Take NURS 141 with at least a grade of C.
Additional Information: Formal admission to the Nursing Program required.
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NURS 160 - Pharmacology Application in Nursing Practice 3 CR
This course is designed to provide the student with an overview of pharmacology with an emphasis on clinical applications within the context of the nursing process. The course is organized by medication classification. It explores indications, modes of action, effects, contraindications, and interactions for selected drugs. Specific nursing responsibilities related to drug administration are emphasized. Concepts from this course will be utilized throughout the nursing clinical experiences.
Additional Information: Formal admission to the Nursing Program required.
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NURS 272 - Complex Physiologic Integrity 1 5 CR
This course is designed to focus on the nursing care of clients with acute to complex alterations in health. This course builds on the content of NURS 150 . Emphasis is placed on providing and managing nursing care utilizing clinical decision making skills. Students will apply the nursing process, function as a member of a multidisciplinary team, and provide comprehensive care to clients experiencing health concerns in a variety of clinical settings, including acute care and community. [48-96-144] Lab Fee
Prerequisites & Requisites: (1) Take NURS 141 , NURS 150 , and NURS 155 with at least a grade of C (OR) (2) Take NURS 136 with at least a grade of C.
Additional Information: Formal admission to the Nursing Program required.
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NURS 276 - Psychosocial Integrity 5 CR
This course is designed to introduce the student to the therapeutic environment providing support to clients, throughout the life span, with various behavioral disorders. Emphasis will be on communication skills, caring, and providing a safe environment. Clinical experience is provided in various community mental health agencies. [48-96-144] Lab Fee
Prerequisites & Requisites: (1) Take NURS 140, NURS 145, NURS 150 , NURS 155 , and NURS 160 with at least a grade of C (OR) (2) Take NURS 141 , NURS 150 , NURS 155 , and NURS 160 with at least a grade of C (OR) (3) Take NURS 136 with at least a grade of C.
Additional Information: Formal admission to the Nursing Program required.
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NURS 281 - Complex Physiologic Integrity 2 6 CR
This course building on the content of NURS 272 and NURS 276 , and continues to focus on nursing care of clients with altered health states of an increasingly complex nature. Emphasis will be on critical thinking and decision-making skills. The clinical focus in this course is complex care management with a variety of clinical sites utilized. [48-144-192] Lab Fee
Prerequisites & Requisites: (1) Take NURS 141 , NURS 150 , NURS 155 , NURS 160 , NURS 272 , and NURS 276 with at least a grade of C (OR) (2) Take NURS 140, NURS 145, NURS 150 , NURS 155 , NURS 160 , NURS 271, and NURS 276 with at least a grade of C (OR) (3) Take NURS 136 with at least a grade of C.
Additional Information: Formal admission to the Nursing Program required.
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NURS 285 - Management/Leadership in Nursing 6 CR
This course is designed to introduce the student to beginning leadership and management concepts. Focus is on delegation, prioritization, and mentorship. Clinical experience will be gained in a variety of setting. [48-144-192] Lab Fee
Prerequisites & Requisites: (1) Take NURS 141 , NURS 150 , NURS 155 , NURS 160 , NURS 272 , and NURS 276 with at least a grade of C (OR) (2) Take NURS 140, NURS 145, NURS 150 , NURS 155 , NURS 160 , NURS 271, and NURS 276 with at least a grade of C (OR) (3) Take NURS 136 with at least a grade of C.
Additional Information: Formal admission to the Nursing Program required.
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