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  • 4.00 Credits

    This course examines the principles of growth and development across the life span. It specifically provides knowledge about biological, psychological, cognitive/intellectual, social, and spiritual needs of patients from the infant to the elderly person so that care can be planned according to these needs. The student will learn about the stages of growth and development and age specific characteristics and needs for the infant, toddler preschool child, school age child, adolescent, early adulthood, middle aged adults, and the elderly. An introduction to Freud's theory of personality and the mind, Kohl berg's theory of moral development, Erikson's theory of psychosocial development, and Piaget's theory of cognitive development. The nursing process is applied to the growth and development characteristics and health care needs across the life span. Health promotion activities for age groups along the continuum of life are identified. It examines loss, grief, and end-of -life care
  • 4.00 Credits

    This course examines the use of the nursing process in providing care for adult patients who are affected with medical/surgical health problems related to cardiovascular, respiratory, and neurological conditions. The core components of these specific system disorders and diseases include: etiology, signs and symptoms, nursing diagnosis and interventions. The relationship of fluids, electrolytes, acid-base balance and nutrition to disorders and disease is identified. It presents an understanding of the concepts that are required for the application of basic direct nursing actions to support and maintain positive patient outcomes
  • 6.00 Credits

    This course examines the use of the nursing process in providing care for adult patients related to elimination, mobility, and maintenance of skin integrity. It provides instructions and practice in the care of patients with various types of illness and incapacities. The LPN student is introduced to his/her role in the direct care of surgical patients. It describes strategies to address the simple nursing, short term nursing and long-term nursing needs of patients. It includes utilizing the nursing process and critical thinking and employing communication technology, community resources and socio-cultural factors in providing nursing care to adult med-surg patients
  • 5.00 Credits

    This course is a culmination of theory and practice components that define the role of the LPN as a leader, advocate, and healthcare team member. Leadership styles will be examined, along with characteristics that define leaders. The significance of interpersonal relationships and effective communication will be evaluated. Meeting the needs of patients, families, and communities in the delivery of care is paramount in this role. The importance of health care organizations and need for active participation in nursing organizations will be examined. The recognition of career opportunities and the need for continuing education is explored
  • 1.00 Credits

    This course will provide an in-depth review in preparation for taking the NCLEX-PN exam. The course includes a review of the structure and scoring on the NCLEX-PN
  • 3.00 Credits

    An introduction to the variety of components of the American political system. Attention is given to political institutions, their structures and roles, and the exercise of power. Government performance and results, the impact of political decisions on society, and the development of political attitudes will be covered
  • 3.00 Credits

    An exploration of theories, scholarship, and styles related to leadership behavior and skills. Students will recognize, observe, and appreciate styles of leadership, especially among women. Particular emphasis is given to the contributions and changes they make at all levels of their lives for the good of systems of various sizes
  • 3.00 Credits

    An examination of seminal literature and concepts of Western political philosophy, the continuity and innovation that characterize the Western tradition, as well as its relevance to contemporary political problems. The consciousness of the student is examined regarding the complexity of political realities and political thinking. The student is encouraged to think more critically about his or her personal identity within the current political parameters
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course provides opportunities for students to develop an understanding of self within social, political, and economic systems. The course considers the self as formed through ethnicity, racial identity, social class, gender, and family factors. Students will examine the neighborhoods and communities in which they grew up and will reflect on ways in which these immediate environments contribute to an identity and to the development of values and goals
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course surveys government institutions, practices, and politics and explores the role of government in economic and social affairs in developing as well as advanced industrial countries. The course considers the relationship among capitalism, democracy, social movements and economic development and provides an introduction to the comparative method. Examines cross-national comparison to gain insight into socio-political and economic dynamics