Specific class projects, Weekly quizzes, homework assignments, clinical or lab assignments/assessment, practice exams Summative Assessment of Student Learning: Will not count more than 30% of final grade Examples – Final Exam, Term Paper or Term Project Participation: Student Participation will not account for more than 10% of the final grade. Examinations Limit 20 Characters 60 Summative Assessment: Final Computerized Exam 20 Characters 20 Additional Information: Student must attain a of at least 76% out of the 80% examination-oriented part of the total course grade. In other words, if the total number of points available in a given class is 100, then a minimum of 80 of those points are earned by taking examinations, and a student must earn at least 61 points of the 80 points (76%) out of those exam questions in order to pass the course. Assuming the student attains the minimum 76% (61 points), then the 20% non-examination activities (20 points) are added to calculate the final course grade. Note – A student can attain 76% of the combined examinations and still fail the course if not attaining enough points from non-examination assignments. V. Policies and Procedures West Coast University Grading Scale (reflective of final course grade. See associated policy in Catalog) Points WCU Numerical Scale for specific courses Nursing and Dental Hygiene Specific Numerical A 4 90-100 91-100 B 3 80-89 84-90 C 2 70-79 76-83 D 1 60-69 64-75 F 0 59 and below 63 and below TC N/A Transfer Credit Transfer Credit W N/A Withdrawal Withdrawal I N/A Incomplete Incomplete CR N/A Credit Credit granted for 75% or higher on a challenge exam or Credit awarded for NURS 199 Attendance Policy West Coast University has a clear requirement for students to attend courses. Students should review the Attendance Policy in the “Academic Policies and Procedures” section of the . Academic Integrity Policy Students are expected to approach their academic endeavors with the highest academic integrity. They must cite sources, and submit original work. Academic honesty is central to the institution/student partnership towards student success. Any assignment submitted for credit in one course cannot be submitted for any course. Students are accountable for adhering to the Academic Integrity and Academic Dishonesty policies in the “Academic Policies and Procedures” section of the .
Unless designated as a group project by the instructor, all student papers and assignments must be completed by the individual student and represent the student’s own original work. Group projects are designated as such so that all other assignments are individual assignments and are to be completed by the student and NOT as a group assignment. Each student is responsible for his or her own learning which includes all aspects of the work required for a class. In order to maintain security and confidentiality, student assignments must be submitted directly to the instructor via the method(s) approved by the instructor. Do not fax papers to the campus. Do not e-mail papers to instructors without written permission from the instructor. AACN Essentials for Baccalaureate Education for Professional Nursing Practice The purpose of this section of the syllabus is to guide the student in understanding how the AACN 9 Essentials are incorporated into their education and to provide guidance to them in developing their individual portfolios. The Essentials that are met in NURS 120 Introduction to Medical Surgical Nursing include the following: Essential II: Basic Organizational and Systems Leadership for Quality Care and Patient Safety Demonstrates awareness of complex organizational systems and application of quality and safety Discuss principles of quality improvement and healthcare policy and cost-effectiveness in improving the healthcare delivery Demonstrates beginning role development as a manager of patient care utilizing the nursing process Essential III: Scholarship for Evidence Based Practice Utilizes the nursing process and Gordon’ 11 Functional Health Pattern in the care of the client Class Presentation – uses Current Evidence Based Practice paper and presentation Essential IV: Information Management and Application of Patient Care Technology Discuss application of knowledge and skills in information technology and patient care technology which are essential to the delivery of quality patient care. Essential VI: Interprofessional Communication and Collaboration for Improving Patient Health Outcomes
Section B: Course Outline Week/Date Class Objectives Content Outline Specific Course Activity Student Assignments Week 1 CLO # 1, 3, 4, 7, 8, 9 Describe the core competencies for healthcare professionals: care, interdisciplinary teams, evidence-based practice, quality improvement, and informatics. the attitudes, mental habits, and skills necessary for critical thinking when using the nursing process in client care. Explain the importance of nursing codes and standards as guidelines for clinical nursing practice. Explain the activities and characteristics of the nurse as caregiver, educator, advocate, leader and manager, and researcher. Introduction to the course and objectives Core competencies for safe and effective health care Guidelines for nursing practice Roles of the nurse in medical surgical nursing Gordon’s Functional Health Pattern The nursing process and critical thinking Nursing diagnoses for patients with complex health disorders Lecture/Discussion: ● Introduction to the course and objectives. ● Core competencies for safe and effective health care. ● Guidelines for nursing practice. ● Roles of the nurse in medical surgical nursing. ● Gordon’s Functional Health Pattern ● The nursing process and critical thinking. ● Nursing diagnoses for patients with complex health disorders. Gardner, Ch 1-6 Lewis, Ch 1-7 Carpenito - Ch 1-6 RN Student Philosophy Conceptual Framework, Responsibilities of the Student- Standards of Performance, Essential Job Function Read- California Nurse Practice Act Log into EVOLVE website for studying, skill, test taking and case studies Week 2 CLO # 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 Relate manifestations and diagnostic test results to the pathophysiologic processes involved in and lower gastrointestinal disorders. Explain interdisciplinary care for clients with upper and lower gastrointestinal disorders. Review of pharmacological therapy used in the acutely ill medical surgical patient Provides therapeutic care utilizing Gordon’s conceptual framework, nursing process, patient teaching, communication, evidenced Lecture/Discussion Participation Quiz 1 ● Review of pharmacological therapy used in the acutely ill medical ATI Content Mastery Series Pharmacology Ch 1, 4, 10, 11 Lewis, Ch- 48 - 50 Lewis, Ch- 39, 40, 42, 43
Describe the role of the nurse in interdisciplinary care of clients with upper and lower gastrointestinal disorders. Explain changes in gastrointestinal system and assessment findings as one ages Explain common etiologies, collaborative care, and nursing management of constipation and diarrhea. Compare and contrast the causes, pathophysiology, manifestations, interdisciplinary care and nursing care of clients with diarrhea, constipation, and fecal incontinence. Explain the pathophysiology, manifestations, complications, interdisciplinary care, and nursing care of clients with colorectal cancer Discuss the purposes, nursing implications, and health education for the client and family for medications used to treat bowel disorders. Explain the rationale for using selected diets, including those for diarrhea and constipation, low-residue, gluten-free, and high-fiber. Describe the surgical procedures of the including colectomy, practice, and role development in the management of the following conditions: Endocrine System Diabetes mellitus – introduction Type 1 and 2, medications, diet, exercise, diabetic teaching Gastrointestinal System Gastroesophageal reflux Gastroenteritis Constipation Hemorroids Diarrhea surgical patient. ● Provides therapeutic care utilizing Gordon’s conceptual framework, nursing process, patient teaching, communication, evidenced based practice, and role development in the management of the following conditions: ● Diabetes mellitus - introduction Type 1 and 2, medications, diet, exercise, diabetic teaching. ● Gastroesophageal Reflux disease, ● Gastroenteritis ● Constipation ● Diarrhea ● Hemorroids ● Colorectal Cancer ● Selected Diets ● Surgical Procedures of the including colectomy,
colostomy, ileostomy, and perianal surgery. colostomy, ileostomy, and perianal surgery ● Participation quiz Week 3 CLO# 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8 Describe the anatomy, physiology, and functions of the skin, hair, and nails. Discuss factors that influence skin color. Identify specific topics for a health history interview of the client with problems involving the skin, hair, and nail. Explain techniques for assessing the skin, hair, and nails. Compare and contrast normal and abnormal findings when conducting an assessment of the integumentary system. Describe normal variations in assessment findings for the older client. Identify abnormal findings that may indicate impairment of the integumentary system. Describe the manifestations and nursing care of common skin problems and lesions. Compare and contrast the etiology, pathophysiology, interdisciplinary care and nursing care of clients with Review of pharmacological therapy used in the acutely ill medical surgical patient Provides therapeutic care utilizing Gordon’s conceptual framework, nursing process, patient teaching, communication, evidenced based practice, and role development in the management of the following conditions: Integumentary System Immobility Issues Pressure ulcers Musculoskeletal System replacement (hips, knees) Osteoporosis Contractures Mobility issues and aids Simple fractures (cast care) Splints, slings, crutches, and braces Lecture/Discussion: Quiz # 1 - 20 % ● Review of pharmacological therapy used in the acutely ill medical- surgical patient ● Provides therapeutic care utilizing Gordon’s conceptual framework, nursing process, patient teaching, communication, evidenced based practice, and role development in the management of the following conditions: ● Immobility Issues ● Pressure ulcers Quiz ATI Content Mastery Series Pharmacology Ch 4, 10, Lewis, Ch- 23, 24, 13, 61 Lewis, Ch- 62, 63, 64
infections and infestations, inflammatory disorders, and malignancies of the skin. Explain the risk factors for, pathophysiology of, and nursing interventions to prevent and care for pressure ulcers. Discuss surgical options for excision of neoplasms, reconstruction of facial or body structures, and cosmetic procedures. Explain the pathophysiology of selected disorders of the hair and nails. Discuss the effects and nursing implications of medications and treatments used to treat disorders of the integument. Explain the pathophysiology, manifestations, complications, interdisciplinary care and nursing care of metabolic, degenerative, autoimmune, inflammatory, infectious, neoplastic, connective tissue, and structural musculoskeletal disorders. Compare and contrast the pathophysiology, manifestations, diagnosis and treatments for osteoporosis, osteoarthritis, Paget’s disease, and rheumatoid arthritis. ● Joint replacement (hips, ● Osteoporosis ● Contractures ● Mobility issues and aids ● Simple fractures (cast care) ● Splints, slings, crutches, and braces.
Discuss the purposes, nursing implications, and health education for the client and family for medications used to treat osteoporosis osteomyelitis, bone tumors, scleroderma, and low back pain. Describe the surgical procedures used to treat clients with arthritis Week 4 Limit 20 Characters CLO# 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 Explain risk factors associated with substance abuse. Recognize the signs and symptoms of potential substance abuse in coworkers. Describe common characteristics of substance abusers. Classify major addictive substances. Explain the effects of addictive substances on physiologic, cognitive, psychologic, and social Support interdisciplinary care for the client with substance abuse problems, including diagnostic tests, emergency care for overdose, and treatment of withdrawal. Develop a framework for providing individualized nursing care for clients experiencing problems with substance using the nursing process. Review of pharmacological therapy used in the acutely ill medical surgical patient Provides therapeutic care utilizing Gordon’s conceptual framework, nursing process, patient teaching, communication, evidenced based practice, and role development in the management of the following conditions: Urinary and Electrolyte- Fluid volume overload Fluid volume deficit Incontinence Urinary infection Respiratory System- Upper respiratory disorders Lower respiratory disorders Participation Quiz - 2 ● Review of pharmacological therapy used in the acutely ill medical surgical patient. ● Provides therapeutic care utilizing Gordon’s conceptual framework, nursing process, patient teaching, communication, evidenced based practice, and role development in the management of the following ATI Content Mastery Series Phamacology Unit 2, 7, 8, 9 Lewis – 17, 45 - 47 Lewis – 26 - 29
Describe the pathophysiology of common upper respiratory tract disorders, relating their manifestations to the pathophysiologic process. Discuss nursing implications for medications and other interdisciplinary care measures to treat upper respiratory disorders. Describe surgical procedures used to treat upper respiratory disorders and their implications for client care and recovery. Identify health promotion activities related to reducing the incidence of upper respiratory disorders, describing the appropriate population and setting for implementing identified measures (pneumonia) Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Reactive Airway Disease conditions: ● Fluid volume overload ● volume deficit Incontinence ● Urinary tract Infection ● Respiratory System- Upper respiratory disorders ● respiratory disorders (pneumonia). ● Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease ● Reactive Airway Disease ● Participation Quiz Week 5 Limit 20 Characters CLO# 2, 3, 6, 7, 8 Compare and contrast the etiology, pathophysiology, and manifestations of common cardiac disorders, including heart failure, and inflammatory disorders. Explain risk factors and preventive measures for cardiac disorders such as heart failure, and inflammatory disorders. Review of pharmacological therapy used in the acutely ill medical surgical patient Provides therapeutic care utilizing Gordon’s conceptual framework, nursing process, patient teaching, communication, evidenced based practice, and role development in the MID-TERM EXAM - 20 % Lecture/Discussion: ● Pharmacological therapy used in the acutely ill medical Midterm Exam ATI Content Mastery Series Phamacology Unit 2, 3, 4, 6 – 32, 33, 34, 35, 38 Lewis – 30, 31
Discuss indications for and management of clients with hemodynamic monitoring. Discuss the effects and nursing implications for medications commonly prescribed for clients with cardiac disorders. Discuss the coronary circulation and electrical properties of the heart pathophysiology and manifestations of coronary heart disease and common cardiac dysrhythmias. Describe interdisciplinary and nursing care for clients with coronary heart disease and or cardiac dysrhythmias. Relate the outcomes of diagnostic tests and procedures to the pathophysiology of cardiac disorders and implications for client responses to the disorder. Discuss nursing implications for medications and treatments used to prevent and treat coronary heart disease and dysrhythmias. Describe nursing care for the client undergoing diagnostic testing, an interventional procedure, or surgery for coronary heart disease or a dysrhythmia. Compare and contrast the etiology, pathophysiology, and manifestations management of the following conditions: Cardiovascular System- Atherosclerosis Hypertension Deep vein thrombosis Peripheral Vascular Insufficiency (Arterial/Venous) Immune/Hematological System - Iron deficiency anemia Pernicious anemia Thrombocytopenia HIV Infections/AIDS surgical patient. ● Provides therapeutic care utilizing Gordon’s conceptual framework, nursing process, patient teaching, communication, evidenced practice, and role development in the management of the following conditions: ● Cardiovascular System- ● Atherosclerosis ● Hypertension ● Deep vein thrombosis ● Peripheral Vascular Insufficiency (Arterial/Venous) ● Immune /Hematological System - ● Iron deficiency anemia ● Pernicious anemia ●Thrombocytopenia
of common hematologic disorders, including iron deficiency anemia and pernicious anemia. Explain risk factors and preventive measures for hematologic disorders such as iron deficiency anemia and pernicious anemia. Discuss indications for and management of clients with hematologic disorders. Discuss the effects and nursing implications for the treatment commonly prescribed for clients with hematologic disorders. Describe interdisciplinary and nursing care for clients with Iron deficiency anemia and pernicious anemia. ● HIV Infections/ AIDS Week 6 Limit 20 Characters CLO# 2, 3, 4, 6, 7 Identify prevalence, incidence, and risk factors for degenerative neurologic, peripheral nervous system, cranial nerve, infections and neurotoxic neurologic disorders. Explain the pathophysiology, manifestations, complications, interdisciplinary care, and nursing care of clients with neurologic disorders. Describe the procedures used to treat selected neurologic disorders (thymectomy, percutaneous rhizotomy, plasmapheresis). Review of pharmacological therapy used in the acutely ill medical surgical patient Provides therapeutic care utilizing Gordon’s conceptual framework, nursing process, patient teaching, communication, evidenced based practice, and role development in the management of the following conditions: Lecture/Discussion: Participation Quiz - 3 ● Pharmacological therapy used in the acutely ill medical surgical patient ● Provides therapeutic care utilizing Gordon’s conceptual Quiz ATI Content Mastery Series Pharmacology Unit 5, Lewis Ch 58, 21, 22
CLO# 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 reproductive systems, including the breasts. Explain the functions of the male and female sex hormones. Identify specific topics for consideration during a health history interview of the client with health problems involving reproductive and breast structures and/or functions. Identify manifestations of impairment in male and female reproductive and breast structure or function. Explain the pathophysiology, manifestations, complications, interdisciplinary care, and nursing care of disorders of the male reproductive system, including disorders of sexual function, the penis, the testes and scrotum, the prostate gland, and the breast. Compare and contrast the risk factors for cancer of the penis, testes, and prostate gland. Discuss the purposes, nursing implications, and health education for medications and treatments used to treat disorders of sexual function, the penis, the testes and scrotum, the prostate gland and the breast. Provides therapeutic care utilizing Gordon’s conceptual framework, nursing process, patient teaching, communication, evidenced based practice, and role development in the management of the following conditions: Reproductive System- Pelvic relaxation disorders (cystocele, rectocele, uterine prolapsed) Sexually transmitted diseases Perioperative – Basic interventions Preop (NPO, informed consent) – take out Preoperative nursing Postoperative nursing Postoperative prevent complications Pharmacologic interventions Non-pharmacologic interventions Patient-controlled analgesia Gerontologic considerations Perioperative – Basic interventions Preop (NPO, informed consent) – take out Preoperative nursing Postoperative nursing Postoperative prevent complications Pharmacologic interventions Non-pharmacologic interventions Patient-controlled analgesia Gerontologic considerations Reproductive System Impairment of male and female reproductive system Cancer of the penis, testes, and prostate glands and the breast Cancer of the cervix, endometrium, and breast. Sexually Transmitted Infections - ATI Content Mastery Series Pharmacology Unit 12, Lewis, Chap. 51, 52, 54, 55 Chap. 18-20 Ch. 53