Curriculum

This course teaches techniques for effective oral and written communication. In a workshop environment that features continual instructor and peer evaluation, students develop a process approach to writing and speaking. Students will write in a variety of genres and will reinforce rhetorical strategies pertaining to audience awareness while practicing oral delivery skills. A grade of C or better is required to pass the course.

This course is designed to assist entering students in making a successful transition to life at Husson College. The goals of this mandatory course include personal development and campus community engagement. Students will work together to identify academic and social resources, to develop skills for academic and social success, to make meaningful connections with the campus community, and to develop academic and career goals. The course is experiential in nature and all course activities are directed toward fostering the above two goals.

Professional Concepts in Nursing: The major focus of this course is on preparing the student to succeed in the rigorous nursing curriculum. Included within this focus are the essence of baccalaureate nursing and the curriculum design. Also included are discussions aimed to enhance student success, including self assessment and identification of learning styles. The major concepts and subconcepts of this nursing course will provide a framework for the individual's program of study. The concepts include, but are not limited to, critical thinking, the nursing process, teaching and learning.

Principles of Gen Chemistry: This course explores fundamental quantitative and qualitative principles of inorganic, organic and biological chemistry and provides a basic understanding of theoretical and applied aspects of general chemistry. Topics in inorganic chemistry include measurement, atomic theory and chemical bonding, chemical reactions and mass relationships, kinetic theory and gas laws, acids, bases, pH and buffers. Organic chemistry will provide an overview of the nomenclature, properties and reactivity of major groups of organic compounds, while biochemistry will focus on the chemistry of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and enzymes. An overview of biochemical energetics, nucleic acids and protein synthesis is also included.

Prin of Gen Chemistry Lab I: This is a laboratory class.: : :

This is a scientifically based introduction to the discipline of psychology. It examines the study of basic patterns of behavior including motivation, learning, emotions, the physiological basis of behavior, human growth and development, personality theory and measurement, and abnormal and deviant behavior.

Anatomy and Physiology I: This course provides an in-depth understanding of the structures and functions of the human body and its parts. The course begins with the organization of the human body and descriptive terminology relating to various segments of the body. Cellular anatomy and physiology and study of tissues lead to the study of the organ systems. Topics included in the course are skin, the skeletal system, joints, the nervous system, and muscle.

Anat/Physiology Lab I: This is a laboratory class.: : : :

This course teaches techniques for effective oral and written communication. In a workshop environment that features continual instructor and peer evaluation, students develop a process approach to writing and speaking. Logical argumentation, academic conventions, and research-related skills are the primary focus. Public speeches are based on written assignments that incorporate various source materials. As students explore connections between the written and spoken word, the significance of nonverbal language and listening skills are emphasized. A grade of C or better is required to pass the course.

Contemporary College Algebra provides students a college level academic experience that emphasizes the use of algebra and functions in problem solving and modeling, provides a foundation in quantitative literacy, supplies the algebra and other mathematics needed in partner disciplines, and helps meet quantitative needs in, and outside of, academia. Students address problems presented as real world situations by creating and interpreting mathematical models. Solutions to the problems are formulated, validated, and analyzed using mental, paper and pencil, algebraic, and technology-based techniques as appropriate. Four credit hours.

This course includes physiological processes of development including conception, prenatal growth, birth, maturation, and aging, provide a framework for examining the cognitive, affective and social development of the individual during his/her life-span.

Anatomy and Physiology I I: This course is a continuation of Anatomy and Physiology I. The course will provide a thorough understanding of structure-function relationships down to the molecular level. The semester will cover the special senses, blood, the cardiovascular system, lymphatics, the respiratory system, the digestive system, the urinary system, the endocrine system, and reproduction.

Anatomy/Physiology Lab I I: This is a laboratory class.: : : :

Principles of Gen Chemistry: This course explores fundamental quantitative and qualitative principles of inorganic, organic and biological chemistry and provides a basic understanding of theoretical and applied aspects of general chemistry. Topics in inorganic chemistry include measurement, atomic theory and chemical bonding, chemical reactions and mass relationships, kinetic theory and gas laws, acids, bases, pH and buffers. Organic chemistry will provide an overview of the nomenclature, properties and reactivity of major groups of organic compounds, while biochemistry will focus on the chemistry of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and enzymes. An overview of biochemical energetics, nucleic acids and protein synthesis is also included.

Prin of Gen Chemistry Lab I: This is a laboratory class.

Professional Concepts in Nursing: The major focus of this course is on preparing the student to succeed in the rigorous nursing curriculum. Included within this focus are the essence of baccalaureate nursing and the curriculum design. Also included are discussions aimed to enhance student success, including self assessment and identification of learning styles. The major concepts and subconcepts of this nursing course will provide a framework for the individual's program of study. The concepts include, but are not limited to, critical thinking, the nursing process, teaching and learning.: : :

This course, building upon EH 111, introduces students to the study of literature and the fundamental of literary research. Students explore fiction, poetry, and drama from both the western and non-western worlds. The creative process is explored through reading, discussion, research and writing. Additionally, the key themes of power, identity, justice and adaptation and explored in relation literature.

The focus of the course is health promotion and disease prevention across the life span. Theoretical and conceptual models and related research provide a basis for understanding individuals in the context of families and community. Family nursing theory and community theory are stressed. This course facilitates students' integration of knowledge gained from science, humanities, and social sciences courses, and nursing knowledge acquired in Nu 100.

Nursing Intervention I: This course introduces concepts of patient care and basic nursing interventions used in caring for individuals throughout the lifespan. Learners will use the classroom and skills laboratory to gain beginning competence in nursing theory, nursing process, basic nursing skills, therapeutic communication, and critical thinking. Students will also develop an awareness of diverse cultural beliefs and values in relation to health care. A major focus will be on the nurse's role in the safe delivery of care.

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Pathophysiology is the study of abnormal, diseased physiological processes. The course begins with an examination of altered cell functioning, injury and death. The course continues with pathophysiology of the body systems and inability of diseased systems to maintain homeostasis. Also included are topics in inflammation, immunity, neoplasia, and adaptations of the body to stress. Although aging is not considered a disease, some aspects of aging will be discussed.

This course examines the basic nutritional principles (biological, chemical and regulatory mechanisms); the changing nutritional requirements throughout the life cycle; the relationship between nutrition and disease; the principles of therapeutic nutrition (diet therapy) and the assessment of nutritional status.

Health Assessment: The emphasis of this course is on the nursing assessment of the healthy adult. The student will learn to gather subjective and objective data about a client's health status and to perform a systematic physical assessment. The clinical laboratory setting will be utilized to practice the techniques of assessment and the identification of normal findings.

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Nursing Intervention II: This course is the second half of NU 211 and focuses on knowledge and skills that are fundamental to nursing care throughout the lifespan and regardless of disease entity. Using the classroom, lab, and clinical placements, learners will demonstrate competence in the application of the nursing process in the planning and delivery of nursing care. Themes of growth and development, cultural diversity, evidence-based practice, and critical thinking will be threaded throughout. Skills and knowledge learned in this course are foundational to learning throughout the rest of the curriculum.

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This course builds upon students' knowledge of anatomy, physiology, chemistry and the nursing process. It is designed to provide the knowledge required for the safe administration of drugs and teaching with patients across the life span. Actions, therapeutic uses, interactions and side effects of major drug classifications, as well as nursing responsibilities related to drug administration to patients across the life span are examined.

Microbiology: This course provides a broad understanding of both beneficial and harmful microorganisms and their roles in human welfare. Emphasis is placed on the structure, physiology, and control of human pathogens, particularly bacteria and viruses. The lab provides experience in important techniques of culturing, identifying, and controlling microorganisms.

Microbiology Lab: This is a laboratory class.: : : :

This course is an introduction to the study of society and the interaction of individuals within society. It is a prerequisite for all other courses in sociology. Topics studies include basic sociological theory and concepts, socialization, cultures, institutions, patterns of social structure, and social change. Some emphasis is placed on cultural relativity in modern society and the implications of cultural differences for business.

This course is an introduction to the theory and application of probability and statistical analysis. Both descriptive and inferential techniques will be studied, with emphasis placed on statistical sampling and hypothesis testing. Also considered will be linear regression, contingency table analysis, and decision-making under uncertainty.

Child Health: This course addresses the care of ill children and their families. Adaptation theory will be used as the theoretical framework for nursing assessments, interventions, and evaluations. The nursing process is applied relative to this population. This course encompasses diagnostic and therapeutic techniques. Clinical opportunities are provided in the acute care setting.

Clinical: Child Health: Clinical

Maternal and Newborn Nursing: The focus of this course is the childbearing family. Concepts related to prepregnancy issues, pregnancy, the fetus/newborn, and the post delivery family are presented. Physiologic, social, and cultural issues, as they relate to the childbearing family, are included. Clinical experiences occur in a variety of settings, including inpatient, educational, and community settings.

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Adult/Family Health I: This course facilitates students' integration of knowledge gained from previous courses. Theoretical and conceptual models and related research provide the foundation for expanding health assessment and clinical practice skills. Analytical and experiential learning activities are provided which encourage active participation in demonstrating decision-making skills and judgment in meeting the health care needs of clients/family. Students will utilize community resources in assisting patients to promote well being and prevent complications from illnesses and disease.

Clinical: Adult/Family Hlth I: Clinical: : : :

Students will understand the basic concepts, processes, and applications of quantitative and qualitative research. Students will analyze the role and implication of nursing research and research within other disciplines on the nursing profession.

Adult/Family Health II: This course continues the content related to the effects of acute and chronic illness/disease on body systems, and expands students' knowledge from previous learning experiences. In addition, it is designed to integrate and synthesize multisystem failure and examine nursing care in the context of socio-cultural, political and economic systems. Analytical and experiential learning activities enhance the students' abilities for clinical decision-making, judgment, and management strategies to meet the health care needs of clients/family.

Clinical: Adult/Family Hlth I I: Clinical: : : :

Maternal and Newborn Nursing: The focus of this course is the childbearing family. Concepts related to prepregnancy issues, pregnancy, the fetus/newborn, and the post delivery family are presented. Physiologic, social, and cultural issues, as they relate to the childbearing family, are included. Clinical experiences occur in a variety of settings, including inpatient, educational, and community settings.

Clinical: Maternal and Newborn Nursing: Clinical

Child Health: This course addresses the care of ill children and their families. Adaptation theory will be used as the theoretical framework for nursing assessments, interventions, and evaluations. The nursing process is applied relative to this population. This course encompasses diagnostic and therapeutic techniques. Clinical opportunities are provided in the acute care setting.

Clinical: Child Health: Clinical: :

This course introduces students to important traditional ethical theories, new directions in moral thinking, and contemporary ethical controversies. It focuses on ethics as the practice of informed dialogue and principled behavior in a diverse and changing society and in the workplace.

Foreign Culture and Conversation Elective - one course required: Any of the following courses: HU 111, LF 111, LS 111, LS 112, HU 299, BA 490, OT 499, or a combination of 3 one-credit language/culture classes.

Fine Arts Elective - 1 three-credit course or 3 one-credit courses required: Any of the following courses: All FA classes and the following: EH 232, HU 203, HU 299, HU 320: : : :

ELECTIVE - NURSING: Electives are non-specific courses available to complement the goals and interests of an individual student. Those electives preceded by two letters (for example "Nu Elective") means that you may choose a course from the group of "Nu" courses. Likewise, those courses with a numeric listing (for example "Nu 3XX Elective") means you may choose a course from the group of "Nu" courses with a number of 300 or above. Some electives may require that you take a prerequisite course before you can enroll in the course you want.

Policy Leadership and Management in Nursing: This course provides a conceptual and practical basis for examining role transition from student to beginning professional nurse. Emphasis is placed on the application of leadership principles. A major focus is skills used by nurses in complex organizational environments.: : : :

Community Health: This course builds upon the student's broad base of knowledge in the natural and social sciences, humanities, and previous nursing content. Attention is directed toward assessment of biopsychosocial stressors of the individual, family, group, and community and their adaptation to changes in the environment.

Clinical: Community Health: Clinical

Community Mental Health: This course focuses on behaviors, which occur when individuals, families, and groups in the community are unable to cope effectively with acute and chronic biopsychosocial and cultural stressors. Relevant theories and theoretical formulations are used in order to promote an understanding of individual, family, group, and community dynamics. Within the framework of the nursing process, self-knowledge and intervention skills are developed which allow the student to assist individuals, families, and groups in their adaptation to internal and external stressors.

Clinical: Community Mental Health: Clinical: :

High Acuity Nursing: This course is the last in a sequence of adult health. It is designed to integrate and expand previous learning, clinical and leadership experiences of the student. Students will participate in scenarios that require them to critically analyze and apply research, theories and educational models of teaching learning processes. Clinical practice provides the opportunity to synthesize knowledge and demonstrate diagnostic reasoning, critical decision-making and delegation. Engaged ethical and clinical reasoning occurs with student's involvement in the management of adult, family, and groups in complex clinical health care situations with expert nurse partners and faculty. This partnership creates a way to understand and guide analytical and experiential learning. These clinical partnerships take place in a variety of clinical settings.

Senior Practicum: Senior Practicum is the clinical portion of the nursing capstone course. Students will actively engage in a clinical partnership at a designated healthcare facility and a clinical leadership position with underclass nursing students. A weekly two-hour seminar involves group discussion and case study presentations to facilitate the merging of knowledge and experiences as students transition to their professional role.: : : :

Foreign Culture and Conversation Elective - one course required: Any of the following courses: HU 111, LF 111, LS 111, LS 112, HU 299, BA 490, OT 499, or a combination of 3 one-credit language/culture classes.

Fine Arts Elective - 1 three-credit course or 3 one-credit courses required: Any of the following courses: All FA classes and the following: EH 232, HU 203, HU 299, HU 320: : : :

ELECTIVE - NURSING: Electives are non-specific courses available to complement the goals and interests of an individual student. Those electives preceded by two letters (for example "Nu Elective") means that you may choose a course from the group of "Nu" courses. Likewise, those courses with a numeric listing (for example "Nu 3XX Elective") means you may choose a course from the group of "Nu" courses with a number of 300 or above. Some electives may require that you take a prerequisite course before you can enroll in the course you want.

Policy Leadership and Management in Nursing: This course provides a conceptual and practical basis for examining role transition from student to beginning professional nurse. Emphasis is placed on the application of leadership principles. A major focus is skills used by nurses in complex organizational environments.: : : :

Community Mental Health: This course focuses on behaviors, which occur when individuals, families, and groups in the community are unable to cope effectively with acute and chronic biopsychosocial and cultural stressors. Relevant theories and theoretical formulations are used in order to promote an understanding of individual, family, group, and community dynamics. Within the framework of the nursing process, self-knowledge and intervention skills are developed which allow the student to assist individuals, families, and groups in their adaptation to internal and external stressors.

Clinical: Community Mental Health: Clinical

Community Health: This course builds upon the student's broad base of knowledge in the natural and social sciences, humanities, and previous nursing content. Attention is directed toward assessment of biopsychosocial stressors of the individual, family, group, and community and their adaptation to changes in the environment.

Clinical: Community Health: Clinical: :

High Acuity Nursing: This course is the last in a sequence of adult health. It is designed to integrate and expand previous learning, clinical and leadership experiences of the student. Students will participate in scenarios that require them to critically analyze and apply research, theories and educational models of teaching learning processes. Clinical practice provides the opportunity to synthesize knowledge and demonstrate diagnostic reasoning, critical decision-making and delegation. Engaged ethical and clinical reasoning occurs with student's involvement in the management of adult, family, and groups in complex clinical health care situations with expert nurse partners and faculty. This partnership creates a way to understand and guide analytical and experiential learning. These clinical partnerships take place in a variety of clinical settings.

Senior Practicum: Senior Practicum is the clinical portion of the nursing capstone course. Students will actively engage in a clinical partnership at a designated healthcare facility and a clinical leadership position with underclass nursing students. A weekly two-hour seminar involves group discussion and case study presentations to facilitate the merging of knowledge and experiences as students transition to their professional role.: : : :