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FACULTY INFORMATIONSEMESTER: Fall 2010COURSE NO. and TITLE: RNSG 2514 Care of the Client with Complex Health Care NeedsINSTRUCTOR: Janis Browning, MS, RN

Eursula Davis, BSN, RNMark Douglas, BSN, RN Shirley MacNeill, MSN, RN, CNE

E-MAIL ADDRESS: Janis Browning, MS, RN: [email protected] Davis, BSN, RN: [email protected] Douglas, BSN, RN: [email protected] MacNeill, MSN, RN, CNE: [email protected]

PHONE NUMBER: Janis Browning, MS, RN (O) 984-6357 Eursula Davis, BSN, RN (O) 984-6360Mark Douglas, BSN, RN (O) 984-6371Shirley MacNeill, MSN, RN, CNE (O) 984-6365

OFFICE: Janis Browning - Allied Health Building - Room 118Eursula Davis - Allied Health Building - Room 124Mark Douglas - Allied Health Building - Room 123Shirley MacNeill – Allied Health Building – Room 116

OFFICE HOURS: Posted on door and by appointmentDEPARTMENT CHAIR: Janet Hamilton, RN, MSN PHONE: (O) 984-5354

Email: [email protected]

DEPARTMENT SECRETAY: Donna Wolfe PHONE: 984-6356 or 1-800-477-5872 ext. 6356

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Application of a systematic problem-solving process and critical thinking skills to provide comprehensive nursing care to diverse clients/families across the life span with complex health care needs including, but not limited to, complex childhood/adolescent diseases, complicated perinatal care, acute mental illness, complex perioperative care, serious adult health problems and health issues related to aging. Emphasis is on tertiary disease prevention, health maintenance/restoration and collaboration with members of the multidisciplinary health care team. Topics include the role of the nurse as patient advocate and coordinator of care; and applicable competencies in knowledge, judgment, skills, and professional values within a legal/ethical framework. The course requires recognition and response to all aspects of the client’s needs in the face of crises. Continuing with the integrated approach, the concepts of growth and development, therapeutic communication, stress-adaptation, safety, and wellness-illness are further explored for individuals of all age groups.

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PREREQUISITES: RNSG 1423 Introduction to Professional Nursing for Integrated Programs and RNSG 1260 Clinical

REQUIRED TEXTBOOK(S): See page 4

FINAL EXAM DATE: Thursday, October 21, 2010

ATTENDANCE POLICY: Research has shown a cause and effect relationship between course participation and college success. A student who is absent from course activities for 3 days without notifying an instructor may be dropped from the program by the program director. Students must check email, calendar, & discussion board daily.

Attendance at all scheduled course activities, lab activities and clinical simulation experiences is expected and demonstrates professional behavior and accountability.

Students are responsible for all material covered in their absence.

Late arrival to lab is disruptive. Students who consistently arrive after the scheduled starting time of lab (2 or more times) will be counseled and a plan of corrective action determined. Students who arrive fifteen or more minutes after the lab starts may not be allowed to enter until the next break.

Students on campus, but not in class, are considered absent.

It is the student's responsibility to notify the instructor prior to any absence from lab.

DETERMINATION OF FINAL GRADE: A final course grade of 75% is necessary for the student to pass this course. The final course grade is calculated as follows: Unit Exam 1 = 12%, Unit Exam 2 = 12%, Unit Exam 3 = 12%, Unit Exam 4 = 12%, Evolve case studies average and daily grades (averaged together) = 12% and Final Exam = 40%. Daily Grades (example: Discussion Board posts, Evolve Case Studies, etc.) will not be included in grade calculation until 75% average on exams is achieved. All exams must be taken. Students will be allocated a specific amount of time for each exam. Students unable to take a scheduled exam due to an extreme emergency must notify the instructor, schedule and take a make-up exam within 48 hours. Examinations are based on course objectives and course content from the biological and behavioral sciences. Every exam will test content presented this semester as well as previously covered nursing knowledge. All exams will include questions on dosage calculation, pharmacology and fundamentals of nursing. Instructors may use material from sources other than the assigned textbooks in their content presentations and students may be tested over that information.Course Grading Scale: Letter grades are assigned as follows: A = 90-100; B = 80-89; C = 75-79; D = 60-74; F = 59-0Evaluation of Examinations: After each exam, the faculty uses psychometric principles to evaluate the examination. Items missed by 50% or more of the class are reviewed. If an item is found to be flawed, the faculty may give credit for more than one answer or nullify the item. When an item is nullified, the key is changed so that all answers are credited as correct. That is, if a student answered the item as originally keyed, the student will retain the credit for the item. If a student’s answer differs from the one originally keyed, the student is credited for the nullified item. In other words, everyone gets credit for the item and no one loses credit.NCLEX 4000 Exam Assignment: Pass/Fail – Submit a 50 item exam on every assigned topic with a minimum 75% score. No duplicate reports will be accepted. This means each report must show a unique number of questions on the subcategories. Scan and email to your instructor by the assignment due date. Submitting duplicates of your own work or of another student’s work is considered cheating and may result in immediate dismissal from the program . No duplicates from previous courses will be accepted. This is a pass/fail assignment, therefore if not completed as required, you will fail RNSG 2514. EMERGENCY PROCEDURES:First Aid Kit - located in Room 107 on top of the refrigerator in the Allied Health Building.Emergency Ambulance - from any telephone, dial "9" to get an outside line, and then call "911."Campus Security - call the operator or extension 6255.

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ALLIED HEALTH DEPARTMENT GRADING SCALE

90-100 A80-89 B75-79 C60-74 DBelow 59 F

ACADEMIC DISHONESTY

Academic dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the student handbook for consequences of academic dishonesty. These policies will be strictly enforced.

FACILITY POLICIES

● No food drinks, or tobacco products are allowed in the clinical lab or computer lab.

● Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the clinical lab or computer lab.

● Cell phones and/or pagers are allowed ONLY on vibrate mode. Leaving the clinical lab or computer lab to answer a page or phone call may result in you not reentering until the next break

SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS

The American with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the Special Populations Coordinator, Room 210D, in the Madison Monroe Building. The phone number is (409) 984-6251.

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Lamar State College-Port Arthur

Mission Statement

Lamar State College-Port Arthur is an open-access, comprehensive public two-year college offering quality instruction leading to associate degrees and a variety of certificates. The college, a member of The Texas State University System, has provided affordable, quality educational opportunities to residents of the Southeast Texas area since 1909.

Lamar State College-Port Arthur embraces the premise that education is an ongoing process that enhances career potential, broadens intellectual horizons, and enriches life. The faculty, staff, and administration share a commitment to a mission characterized by student learning, diversity, and community service. The foundations for student success include compensatory education programs designed to fulfill our commitment to accommodate students with diverse goals and backgrounds, technical education programs that provide for the acquisition of the skills and demeanor necessary for initial and continued employment, and a core curriculum that develops the values and concepts that allow the student to make a meaningful contribution in the workplace or community. Student achievement is measured by the completion of courses and programs of study, successful performance following transfer to a baccalaureate program, and the attainment of individual goals.

Lamar State College-Port Arthur operates in the belief that all individuals should be:

* Treated with dignity and respect;

* Afforded equal opportunity to acquire a complete educational experience;

* Given an opportunity to discover and develop their special aptitudes and insights;

* Provided and opportunity to

TEXTBOOKS AND REQUIRED RESOURCES:Ackley, B. J., & Ladwig, G. B. (2011). Nursing diagnosis handbook: A guide to planning care (9th Ed.). St. Louis, MO:

Mosby Elsevier. ISBN: 978-0-323-07150-5 American Psychological Association (2009). Concise rules of APA style (6th Ed.). Washington, D.C. ISBN: 978-1-4338-0560-8 Evolve Case Studies – Course instructor will send information for purchasing this resource. Finkelman, A. W. (2006). Leadership and management in nursing. Upper Saddle River, New Jersey: Pearson,

Prentice Hall. ISBN: 978-0-13-113869-8 Hodgson, B. B., & Kizior, R. J. (2010). Saunders nursing drug handbook 2010. St. Louis, MO, Saunders Elsevier. ISBN: 978-1-4377-0300-9. NOTE: Or current drug guide of choice. Ignatavicious, D. D. & Workman, M. L. (2010). Medical-Surgical Nursing - Single Volume - Text and Virtual Clinical

Excursions 3.0 Package, (6th Ed). St. Louis, MO: Elsevier Saunders. ISBN: 978-1-4160-6914-0 Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins (2006). Best practices: Evidence-based nursing practice (2nd Ed.). Lippincott,

Williams & Wilkins a Wolters Kluwer. ISBN: 978-1-58255-532-4. McKinney, E. S., Jones, S. R., Murray, S. S. & Ashwill, J. W. (2009). Maternal-child nursing (3rd Ed.). Philadelphia:

Saunders Elsevier. ISBN: 978-1-4160-5896-0 NCLEX® Review 4000: Study software for NCLEX-RN® (individual version) CD-ROM for Windows. Philadelphia:

Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins. ISBN: 978-0-781-77790-2 NCLEX-RN Review Book of Choice Pagana, K. D., & Pagana, T. J. (2010). Mosby’s manual of diagnostic and laboratory tests (4th Ed.). St. Louis, MO,

Mosby Elsevier. ISBN: 978-0-32305-747-9. NOTE: Or current diagnostic and lab test manual of choiceVarcarolis, E. & Halter, M. (2009). Essentials of psychiatric mental health nursing- a communication approach to

evidence-based care. St. Louis, MO: Saunders Elsevier. ISBN: 978-1-4160-0051-8

NOTE: This is an integrated curriculum, which means that all books are used throughout the program. Students should be aware that the bookstore usually returns all their books before mid-semester, so please buy your books as soon as you can

LEARNING OUTCOMES:In accordance with the mission of Lamar State College - Port Arthur, this course encourages the student to develop the particular skills, knowledge, and attitudes needed for success in the field of Associate Degree Nursing.Upon completion of RNSG 2514, the student will have been given the opportunity to:

1. Develop and implement a teaching plan for a client/family to promote health maintenance/health restoration based on assessment data.

2. Demonstrate the ability to utilize critical thinking skills to make safe and ethical clinical decisions.3. Use a systematic problem solving process. 4. Develop and implement a plan of care for a diverse client/family across the life span with complex health

care needs in a variety of health care settings.5. Identify behaviors that indicate psychosocial/mental health deviations, and appropriate nursing

interventions. 6. Demonstrate a working knowledge of the implications of the Nursing Practice Act.7. Apply therapeutic communication skills with diverse clients and families.8. Recognize opportunities for client advocacy and professional development activities.

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9. Collaborate in multidisciplinary planning to provide care for clients/ families with complex health care needs.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AFFIRMATIVE ACTION NOTICE:Lamar State College-Port Arthur is an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, age, handicap, or ethnic origin.

COMPUTER POLICIES:According to the Lamar State College policy unauthorized use of college computer account(s), computer data files, and/or computer facilities, is considered a breach of conduct, and is not in keeping with the educational aims, purposes, and philosophy of the college and subjects student(s) to disciplinary action.

COURSE STRUCTURE:This course meets online for learning experiences. Simulation labs are scheduled throughout the semester and are mandatory. Specific learning activities are designed to enhance the student's learning experience in relating nursing theory to clinical practice. Learning activities may include:

a. interactive instruction. f. laboratory activities.b. case studies. g. Computer Assisted Instruction (CAI).c. audio-visual aids. h. independent study groups.d. handouts. i. discussion.e. models/specimens. J. quizzes.

The student is responsible for self-directed learning and must be an active, continual learner. Students are responsible for all information outlined in the course syllabus. The student is expected to attend course activities, read assignments, complete work assignments, answer objectives, use the library, seek appropriate learning experiences, give reports, and complete other learning assignments and activities in pursuit of the program's aims and objectives of the individual units of study. A self-directed faculty-assisted tutoring session is scheduled weekly throughout the semester. Student participation is expected. As a self-reliant, autonomous, and independent learner, the student will interact appropriately with faculty and peers to avoid miscommunication or disruption of the educational environment.

Course Calendar:Refer to RNSG 2514 Course Calendar (Dates are subject to change in extenuating circumstances. Students will be notified of change as soon as possible). It is recommended that you check the course calendar and all of your email sites daily for updates.

Last Day to Drop or Withdraw: October 11, 2010 - last day to drop/withdraw & still receive a Q/W even if failing – last day to petition for no grade. If RNSG 2514 is dropped student must also drop RNSG 2535.

NOTE: Reading assignments are given as a guideline and are not all inclusive. Information covered in the VN Program, on handouts, and in other resources used in instruction may be included on exams.

The instructors reserve the right to modify the course syllabus as needed during the course. Students will be notified of modifications as soon as possible.

AVAILABLE SUPPORT SERVICES:1. Gates Memorial Library located at 317 Stillwell.2. Learning resource Center - Room 200, Madison Monroe Building.3. NSNA WEBSITE: 4. EVOLVE WEBSITE (HESI): http://evolvels.elsevier.com/frameIndex.htm5. BOARD OF NURSE EXAMINERS WEBSITE: http://www.bon.state.tx.us/6. NATIONAL COUNCIL OF STATE BOARDS OF NURSING: http://www.ncsbn.org/

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7. NCSBN LEARNING EXTENSION: http://www.learningext.com/8. PEARSON VUE: http://www.pearsonvue.com/

RNSG 2514 Care of the Client with Complex Health Care Needs Unit Objectives

Unit 1

1. TOPIC: Nursing strategies used by the RN in caring for patients of any age and culture with altered sensorineural function.CONCEPT: Sensory deprivation, sensory overloadDIDACTIC OBJECTIVES: Upon completion of this learning experience the student should be able to:A. Outline the epidemiology and etiology, pathology, clinical manifestations, and medical and

nursing management of acute altered sensorineural function.B. Devise preoperative and postoperative nursing care for patients undergoing eye or ear surgery.

(Cognitive, Synthesis)C. Compare the consequences of sensory deprivation and sensory overload for patients who have

impaired sensorineural function. (Cognitive, Evaluation)D. Relate the nurse's role in assisting a person to learn to live with visual and/or hearing impairment.

(Cognitive, Synthesis)E. Identify the classification, action, side effects, and nursing responsibilities of common

pharmacological agents used in the management of individuals experiencing sensorineural disorders. (Cognitive, Analysis)

2. TOPIC: Nursing strategies of the RN in caring for patients of any age and culture related to alterations in the sensorimotor systems - NeuroCONCEPT: Increased intracranial pressure (ICP)DIDACTIC OBJECTIVES: Upon completion of this learning experience, the student should be able to:A. Outline the incidence and etiology of sensorimotor alterations of patients of all ages. (Cognitive, Analysis)B. Distinguish the pathophysiology and clinical manifestations of acute neurological conditions.

(Cognitive, Analysis) C. Compare the medical and nursing management of patients with the above acute neurological

conditions. (Cognitive, Evaluation)D. Use the Glasgow Coma scale to determine level of consciousness. (Cognitive, Application)E. Differentiate between decorticate and decerebrate posturing and the significance of each.

(Cognitive, Analysis)F. Plan nursing assessment and care of the unconscious patient and other patients with acute

neurological conditions. (Cognitive, Synthesis)G. Relate the emotional and social impact of neurological impairment. (Cognitive, Application)H. Summarize the role of the RN when providing care for patients who have an acute neurological

impairment. (Cognitive, Synthesis)I. Outline the classification, action, side effects, and nursing responsibilities of common

pharmacological agents used in patients with neurological impairment. (Cognitive, Analysis)3. TOPIC : Intravenous Therapy Theory

CONCEPT: Parenteral ManagementDIDACTIC OBJECTIVES: Upon completion of this learning experience, the student should be able to:A. Interpret whether a patient’s serum electrolyte values are normal, elevated, or low. (Cognitive,

Application) B. Analyze a patient’s hydration status on the basis of physical assessment findings. (Cognitive,

Analysis) C. Identify patients who are at risk for fluid and electrolyte imbalances. (Cognitive, Comprehension) D. Use laboratory data and clinical manifestations to determine the effectiveness of therapy for a

patient who has fluid and electrolyte imbalances. (Cognitive, Synthesis) E. Prioritize nursing care for a patient who has a fluid or electrolyte imbalance. (Cognitive, Synthesis)

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F. Distinguish important considerations when placing a venous access device (VAD). (Cognitive, Analysis)

G. Differentiate the special needs of children and of older adults who receive intravenous (IV) therapy. (Cognitive, Analysis)

H. Compare and contrast the major complications of peripheral and central IV therapy. (Cognitive, Analysis)

I. Discriminate different blood groups and types of transfusion reactions. (Cognitive, Analysis) J. Prioritize nursing responsibilities during transfusion therapy. (Cognitive, Synthesis) K. Identify and plan care of patients at risk for complications of transfusion therapy. (Cognitive,

Synthesis) L. Compare the roles of the respiratory system and the renal system in maintaining acid-base

balance. (Cognitive, Analysis)M. Use laboratory data and clinical manifestations to determine the presence of acid-base

imbalances. (Cognitive, Analysis)N. Correctly interpret arterial blood gases to determine whether acidosis is respiratory or metabolic

in origin. (Cognitive, Analysis) 4. TOPIC: Nursing strategies used by the RN in caring for patients of any age and culture with altered

regulation: Endocrine SystemCONCEPT: Altered metabolismDIDACTIC OBJECTIVES: Upon completion of this learning experience the student should be able to:A. Outline the epidemiology and etiology of acute malfunctions of the endocrine system in patients

of all ages. (Cognitive, Analysis)B. Summarize the pathophysiology of acute malfunctions of the endocrine system. (Cognitive,

Evaluation)C. Compare the prevention, clinical manifestations, and medical and nursing manage management

of patients who have acute endocrine disorders. (Cognitive, Evaluation)D. Relate the emotional and social impact of metabolic dysfunctions. (Cognitive, Application)E. Explain the role of the RN when providing care for patients of all ages experiencing endocrine

disorders. (Cognitive, Synthesis)F. Summarize the legal and ethical issues related to patients with acute endocrine dysfunctions.

(Cognitive, Synthesis)G. Identify the classification, action, side-effects, and nursing responsibilities of common

pharmacological agents used in the medical management of individuals experiencing endocrine disorders. (Cognitive, Analysis)

Unit 2

5. TOPIC: Nursing strategies used by the RN in caring for the patient of any age and culture with altered gas transport: Cardiovascular systemCONCEPT: Failure of the cardiovascular systemDIDACTIC OBJECTIVES: Upon completion of this learning experience, the student should be able to:A. Outline the incidence and etiology of acute disease processes affecting the cardiovascular system.

(Cognitive, Analysis)B. Summarize the pathophysiology and clinical manifestations of acute cardiovascular condition

(Cognitive, Evaluation)C. Relate classifications of heart disease and their implications for nursing care. (Cognitive, Analysis)D. Compare medical and nursing management of acute cardiovascular conditions in patients of all

ages. (Cognitive, Evaluation)E. Identify the nursing management of an individual requiring vascular surgery. (Cognitive, Analysis)F. Explain the emotional and social impact of heart disease. (Cognitive, Synthesis) G. Relate the role of the RN when providing care for the patient with a cardiovascular disorder.

(Cognitive, Evaluation)

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H. Outline the classification, action, side effects, and nursing responsibilities of common pharmacological agents used in the treatment of patients with cardiovascular disorders. (Cognitive, Analysis)

I. Explain nursing responsibilities for caring for the patient of any age group during the perioperativeperiod. (Cognitive, Synthesis)

J. Outline the pathophysiology of wound healing and factors that influence wound healing. (Cognitive, Analysis)

K. Summarize the pathophysiology of shock and the resultant changes that lead to organ damage. (Cognitive, Evaluation)

L. Point out the actions and effects of drugs used in the management of shock and nursing care of patients receiving vasoactive drugs. (Cognitive, Analysis)

6. TOPIC: Impact of stress and illness related to critical health deviations in patients of any age and culture.CONCEPT: Stress affects level of wellnessDIDACTIC OBJECTIVES: Upon completion of this learning experience, the student should be able to:A. Compare acute illness and chronic illness. (Cognitive, Evaluation)B. Compare the steps of crisis intervention to those of the nursing process. (Cognitive, Evaluation)C. Identify specific life experiences that have the potential to precipitate a crisis. (Cognitive,

Analysis)D. Relate major areas of focus to include in the assessment of an individual in a crisis situation.

(Cognitive, Application)E. Identify reasons for surgery and stress reactions to the surgical experience. (Cognitive, Analysis)F. Relate the legal and ethical implications related experiencing surgery. (Cognitive, Evaluation)G. Distinguish the impact of illness on the family of the patient who has a critical health deviation.

(Cognitive, Analysis)H. Compare and contrast the use of coping with patients of all ages who have a critical health

deviation. (Cognitive, Evaluation)I. Interpret nursing strategies to assist the patient and family to cope with the stages of critical

illness and death. (Cognitive, Evaluation)7. TOPIC: Nursing strategies used by the RN in caring for patients of any age and culture with altered

musculoskeletal function.CONCEPT: Immobility/infectionDIDACTIC OBJECTIVES: Upon completion of this learning experience, the student should be able to:A. Outline the epidemiology and etiology of acute musculoskeletal alterations. (Cognitive, Analysis)B. Differentiate the pathophysiology of fractures. (Cognitive, Analysis)C. Compare the prevention, clinical manifestations, and medical and nursing management of

patients who have acute musculoskeletal alterations. (Cognitive, Evaluation)D. Use prior knowledge to discuss the physiological process of immobility. (Cognitive, Application)E. Relate the emotional and social impact of immobility on patients of all ages. (Cognitive, Analysis)F. Summarize activities and means of stimulation for patients who require immobilization.

(Cognitive, Evaluation)G. Explain the mechanisms, signs, onset, and treatment for complications of immobility/infection.

(Cognitive, Application)H. Interpret the role of the R.N. when providing care for patients of all ages experiencing

musculoskeletal dysfunctions. (Cognitive, Synthesis)I. Identify the classification, action, side-effects, and nursing responsibilities of common

pharmacological agents used in the medical management of individuals experiencing musculoskeletal disorders. (Cognitive, Analysis)

Unit 3

8. TOPIC : Nursing strategies used by the RN in caring for patients of any age and culture with impaired protective mechanisms: The Integumentary System.

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CONCEPT: Loss of skin integrityDIDACTIC OBJECTIVES: Upon completion of this learning experience, the student should be able to:A. Outline the epidemiology and etiology of acute alterations in the integumentary system. (Cognitive,

Analysis)B. Differentiate the pathophysiology of acute alterations in the integumentary system. (Cognitive,

Analysis)C. Compare the clinical manifestations, and medical and nursing management of patients who have

acute alterations in the integumentary system. (Cognitive, Analysis)D. Relate the emotional and social impact of dysfunctions in the integumentary system. (Cognitive,

Application)E. Differentiate the role of the RN when providing care for patients who have an integumentary

disorder. (Cognitive, Analysis)F. Relate the legal and ethical issues associated with patients experiencing integumentary dysfunction.

(Cognitive, Synthesis)G. Outline the classification, action, side effects, and nursing responsibilities of common pharmacological

agents used in the treatment of integumentary disorders. (Cognitive, Analysis)9. TOPIC: Nursing strategies of the RN providing care to patients of any age and culture related to altered

gas transport: Respiratory systemCONCEPT: Respiratory insufficiencyDIDACTIC OBJECTIVES: Upon completion of this learning experience, the student should be able to:A. Outline the incidence and etiology of acute respiratory disorders in patients of all ages. (Cognitive,

Analysis)B. Summarize the pathophysiology and clinical manifestations of acute respiratory disorders.

(Cognitive, Synthesis) C. Compare the medical and nursing management of patients of all ages who have acute respiratory

disorders. (Cognitive, Evaluation)D. Explain the emotional and social impact of respiratory disease. (Cognitive, Synthesis)E. Distinguish the role of the RN when providing care for patients of all ages who have an acute a

respiratory disorder. (Cognitive, Analysis)F. Explain the nursing care of patients of all ages who require mechanical ventilation to maintain

respiratory function. (Cognitive, Synthesis)G. Outline the classification, action, side effects, and nursing responsibilities of common

pharmacological agents used with respiratory disorders. (Cognitive, Analysis)10. TOPIC: Nursing strategies used by the RN in caring for the patient of any age and culture with

alterations in nutrition and elimination: gastrointestinal (GI) systemCONCEPT: Alterations in digestion and absorptionDIDACTIC OBJECTIVES: Upon completion of this learning experience, the student should be able to:A. Outline the incidence and etiology of acute GI in patients of all ages. (Cognitive, Application)B. Distinguish the pathophysiology and clinical manifestations of acute gastrointestinal conditions.

(Cognitive, Analysis)C. Compare the medical and nursing management of patients who have acute gastrointestinal

conditions. (Cognitive, Analysis)D. Identify the emotional and social impact of gastrointestinal disease on the patient of any age and

culture. (Cognitive, Analysis)E. Differentiate the role of the RN when providing care for patients who have a gastrointestinal

disorder. (Cognitive, Analysis)F. Devise nursing care of patients requiring alternate means for nutrition and elimination. (Cognitive,

Synthesis)G. Point out the classification, action, side effects, and nursing responsibilities of common

pharmacological agents used for patients who have gastrointestinal disorders. (Cognitive, Analysis)

H. Generate critical nursing assessments and interventions for safety during the pre-, intra- and postinduction period for conscious sedation. (Cognitive, Synthesis)

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I. Compare commonly used preanesthetic medications, their purpose, and their effect during the preoperative period. (Cognitive, Evaluation)

J. Distinguish types of anesthesia. (Cognitive, Analysis)K. Outline administration and complications of conscious sedation. (Cognitive, Analysis)

11. TOPIC : Nursing strategies used by the RN in caring for patients of any age and culture with altered regulation: Hepatic and Biliary systemsCONCEPT: Hepatic/biliary failureDIDACTIC OBJECTIVES: Upon completion of this learning experience, the student should be able to:A. Outline the epidemiology and etiology of hepatic and biliary disorders. (Cognitive, Analysis)B. Distinguish the pathophysiology and clinical manifestations of alterations of the hepatic and

biliary systems. (Cognitive, Analysis)C. Compare the medical and nursing management of hepato/biliary dysfunctions. (Cognitive,

Evaluation)D. Relate the emotional and social impact of hepato/biliary dysfunction. (Cognitive, Analysis)E. Summarize the role of the RN when providing care for patients experiencing hepatic/biliary

disorders. (Cognitive, Synthesis)F. Explain the legal and ethical issues related to patients who have liver failure. (Cognitive,

Synthesis)G. Identify the classification, action, side-effects, and nursing responsibilities of common

pharmacological agents used in the medical management of individuals experiencing hepatic/biliary disorders. (Cognitive, Analysis)

Unit 4

12. TOPIC: Nursing strategies used by the RN in caring for patients of any age and culture with altered urinary functionCONCEPT: Obstructive Urinary disordersDIDACTIC OBJECTIVES: Upon completion of this learning experience, the student should be able to:A. Outline the epidemiology and etiology of acute urinary conditions. (Cognitive, Analysis)B. Distinguish the pathophysiology of acute urinary conditions. (Cognitive, Analysis)C. Diagram the prevention, clinical manifestations, and medical and nursing management of acute

urinary conditions. (Cognitive, Analysis)D. Explain the emotional and social impact of a urinary dysfunction. (Cognitive, Synthesis)E. Identify complications and nursing management associated with hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis,

and kidney transplant. (Cognitive, Analysis)F. Organize the role of the RN when providing care for a patient experiencing a urinary disorder.

(Cognitive, Synthesis)G. Relate the legal and ethical issues associated with patients experiencing renal failure. (Cognitive,

Synthesis)H. Identify the classification, action, side-effects, and nursing responsibilities of common

pharmacological agents used in the medical management of individuals experiencing urologic disorders. (Cognitive, Analysis)

13. TOPIC : Nursing strategies used by the RN in caring for the patient of any age and culture with acute mental health deviationsCONCEPT: Alterations in mental healthDIDACTIC OBJECTIVES: Upon completion of this learning experience, the student should be able to:A. Outline the incidence and etiology of mental health disorders for patients of any age.

(Cognitive, Analysis)B. Explain the pathophysiology and clinical manifestations for mental health disorders. (Cognitive,

Synthesis)C. Discriminate between the medical and nursing management for patients of all ages who have

mental health deviations. (Cognitive, Evaluation)

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D. Differentiate between mild forms of impairment of mood and affect and more severe illness states. (Cognitive, Analysis)

E. Identify primary somatic treatments used with bi-polar disturbances and discuss the guidelines for their use. (Cognitive, Analysis)

F. Identify significant factors which influence the development of personality disorders. (Cognitive, Analysis)

G. Explain the common characteristics of the various personality disorders. (Cognitive, Synthesis)H. Relate the role of the RN in providing care for the patient of any age with a psychophysiological

disturbance. (Cognitive, Application)I. Summarize the epidemiology and risk indications of suicide for all ages. (Cognitive, Synthesis)J. Identify warning signals which indicate that a patient is contemplating suicide. (Cognitive, Analysis)K. Identify current treatment modalities used in mental illness including milieu therapy, groups and

group therapy, convulsive therapy, and behavioral approaches. (Cognitive, Analysis)L. Distinguish the common pharmacological agents used in the treatment of patients of any age

experiencing acute mental health deviations. (Cognitive, Analysis)14. TOPIC : Nursing strategies used by the RN in caring for the patient of any age and culture during noncomplicated

perinatal function and noncomplicated neonatal functionCONCEPT: Noncomplicated antepartum, intrapartum, postpartum, and neonateDIDACTIC OBJECTIVES: Upon completion of this learning experience, the student should be able to:A. Differentiate presumptive, probable, and positive signs of pregnancy. (Cognitive, Analysis)B. Relate the role of the RN in initial and subsequent antepartum assessments in terms of history,

physical examination, computation of gravida, para, and estimated date of delivery (birth) based on the woman’s last menstrual period, and risk assessment. (Cognitive, Analysis)

C. Describe the common discomforts of pregnancy in terms of causes, and explain measures that prevent or relieve them. (Cognitive, Analysis)

D. Use the nursing process and critical thinking skills to initiate a plan of care for the antepartum patient. (Cognitive, Analysis)

E. Explain the factors that influence psychosocial adaptation and cultural influences on pregnancy. (Cognitive, Analysis)

F. Identify the nutritional needs of pregnant women and the factors that influence nutritional status and choice. (Cognitive, Analysis)

G. Describe the various diagnostic exams utilized, and the role of the RN, during the antepartum period. (Cognitive, Analysis)

H. Outline the classification, action, side effects, and nursing responsibilities of common pharmacological agents used during the antepartum period. (Cognitive, Analysis)

I. Describe maternal and fetal responses to labor. (Cognitive, Comprehension)J. Explain how components of the birth process affect the course of labor. (Cognitive, Application)K. Relate mechanisms of labor to the process of vaginal birth. (Cognitive, Analysis)L. Explain premonitory signs of labor. (Cognitive, Application)M. Differentiate true labor from false labor. (Cognitive, Analysis)N. Identify common differences in the labors of nulliparous and parous women. (Cognitive,

Application)O. Differentiate the stages of labor and the phases within the first stage. (Cognitive, Analysis)P. Apply the nursing process to care of the woman experiencing false labor. (Cognitive, Application)Q. Apply the nursing process to care of the woman and her family during the intrapartum period.

(Cognitive, Application)R. Differentiate between the various types of fetal surveillance. ((Cognitive, Analysis)S. Use the nursing process to plan care for a woman having intrapartum electronic fetal monitoring.

(Cognitive, Application)T. Explain the nursing assessments and nursing care during the postpartum period. (Cognitive,

Application)U. Identify the role of the nurse in health education and identify important areas of teaching.

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(Cognitive, Application)V. Explain the nursing assessments and nursing care of the neonate. (Cognitive, Application)W. Explain the importance and the components of gestational assessment (Cognitive, Application)X. Describe the purpose and use of prophylactic medication for the neonate. (Cognitive, Application)Y. Identify various methods to prevent infections in neonates. (Cognitive, Application)Z. Identify the role of the nurse regarding importance of newborn screening and other

considerations of parent teaching. (Cognitive, Application)AA. Identify the classification, action, side-effects, and nursing responsibilities of common

pharmacological agents used in the medical management of individuals during intrapartum and postpartum.

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RNSG 2514 Reading ListUnit 1

TOPIC: Nursing strategies used by the RN in caring for patients of any age and culture with altered sensorineural function.

Ignatavicious, D. D. & Workman, M. L. (2010). Medical-surgical nursing critical thinking for collaborative care (6th ed.). St. Louis, MO: Elsevier Saunders. Chapter 48 Assessment of the Eye and Vision Chapter 49 Care of Patients with Eye and Vision

Problems Chapter 50 Assessment of the Ear and Hearing Chapter 51 Care of Patients with Ear and Hearing

Problems

McKinney, E. S., Jones, S. R., Murray, S. S. & Ashwill, J. W. (2009). Maternal-child nursing (3rd ed.). Philadelphia: Elsevier Saunders. Chapter 55 The Child with a Sensory Alteration

Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins (2007). Best practices: Evidence-based nursing practice (2nd ed.) Philadelphia: Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins Chapter 7 Neurologic and Sensory Care

TOPIC: Nursing strategies of the RN in caring for patients of any age and culture related to alterations in the sensorimotor systems - Neuro

Ignatavicious, D. D. & Workman, M. L. (2010). Medical-surgical nursing critical thinking for collaborative care (6th ed.). St. Louis, MO: Elsevier Saunders. Chapter 43 Assessment of the Nervous System Chapter 44 Care of Patients with Problems of the

Central Nervous System: The Brain Chapter 45 Care of Patients with Problems of the

Central Nervous System: The Spinal Cord Chapter 47 Care of Critically Ill Patients with

Neurologic Problems

McKinney, E. S., Jones, S. R., Murray, S. S. & Ashwill, J. W. (2009). Maternal-child nursing (3rd ed.). Philadelphia: Elsevier Saunders. Chapter 52 The Child with a Neurologic

Alteration

Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins (2007). Best practices: Evidence-based nursing practice (2nd ed.) Philadelphia: Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins Chapter 7 Neurologic and Sensory Care

TOPIC: Intravenous Therapy Theory Ignatavicious, D. D. & Workman, M. L. (2010). Medical-surgical nursing critical thinking for collaborative care (6th ed.). St. Louis, MO: Elsevier Saunders. Chapter 13 Assessment and Care of Patients with

Fluid and Electrolyte Imbalances Chapter 14 Assessment and Care of Patients with

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Acid-Base Imbalances Chapter 15 Infusion Therapy

Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins (2007). Best practices: Evidence-based nursing practice (2nd ed.) Philadelphia: Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins Chapter 2 Basic Care Chapter 4 Intravenous therapy

TOPIC: Nursing strategies used by the RN in caring for patients of any age and culture with altered regulation: Endocrine System

Ignatavicious, D. D. & Workman, M. L. (2010). Medical-surgical nursing critical thinking for collaborative care (6th ed.). St. Louis, MO: Elsevier Saunders. Chapter 64 Assessment of the Endocrine System Chapter 65 Care of Patients with Pituitary and

Adrenal Gland Problems Chapter 66 Care of Patients with Problems of the

Thyroid and Parathyroid Glands Chapter 67 Care of Patients with Diabetes

Mellitus

McKinney, E. S., Jones, S. R., Murray, S. S. & Ashwill, J. W. (2009). Maternal-child nursing (3rd ed.). Philadelphia: Elsevier Saunders. Chapter 51 The Child with an Endocrine or

Metabolic AlterationUnit 2

TOPIC: Nursing strategies used by the RN in caring for the patient of any age and culture with altered gas transport: Cardiovascular system

Ignatavicious, D. D. & Workman, M. L. (2010). Medical-surgical nursing critical thinking for collaborative care (6th ed.). St. Louis, MO: Elsevier Saunders. Chapter 35 Assessment of the Cardiovascular

System Chapter 36 Care of Patients with Dysrhythmias Chapter 37 Care of Patients with Cardiac

Problems Chapter 38 Care of Patients with Vascular

Problems Chapter 39 Care of Patients with Shock Chapter 40 Care of Patients with Acute Coronary

Syndrome

McKinney, E. S., Jones, S. R., Murray, S. S. & Ashwill, J. W. (2009). Maternal-child nursing (3rd ed.). Philadelphia: Elsevier Saunders. Chapter 46 The Child with a Cardiovascular

Alteration

Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins (2007). Best practices: Evidence-based nursing practice (2nd ed.) Philadelphia: Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins Chapter 5 Cardiovascular Care

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TOPIC: Impact of stress and illness related to critical health deviations in patients of any age and culture.

Varcarolis, E., Halter, M. (2009). Essentials of psychiatric mental health nursing: a communication approach to evidence-based care. St. Louis, MO: Elsevier SaundersChapter 17 Crisis and DisasterChapter 22 Grief and Loss

Ignatavicious, D. D. & Workman, M. L. (2010). Medical-surgical nursing critical thinking for collaborative care (6th ed.). St. Louis, MO: Elsevier SaundersChapter 9 End-of-Life Care

TOPIC: Nursing strategies used by the RN in caring for patients of any age and culture with altered musculoskeletal function

Ignatavicious, D. D. & Workman, M. L. (2010). Medical-surgical nursing critical thinking for collaborative care (6th ed.). St. Louis, MO: Elsevier Saunders.• Chapter 52 Assessment of the Musculoskeletal

System• Chapter 53 Care of Patients with Musculoskeletal

Problems• Chapter 54 Care of Patients with Musculoskeletal

Trauma

McKinney, E. S., Jones, S. R., Murray, S. S. & Ashwill, J. W. (2009). Maternal-child nursing (3rd ed.). Philadelphia: Elsevier Saunders.• Chapter 50 The Child with a Musculoskeletal

Alteration

Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins (2007). Best practices: Evidence-based nursing practice (2nd ed.) Philadelphia: Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins• Chapter 10 Orthopedic Care

Unit 3TOPIC: Nursing strategies used by the RN in caring for patients of any age and culture with impaired protective mechanisms: The Integumentary System

Ignatavicious, D. D. & Workman, M. L. (2010). Medical-surgical nursing critical thinking for collaborative care (6th ed.). St. Louis, MO: Elsevier Saunders.• Chapter 26 Assessment of the Skin, Hair, and

Nails• Chapter 27 Care of Patients with Skin Problems• Chapter 28 Care of Patients with Burns

McKinney, E. S., Jones, S. R., Murray, S. S. & Ashwill, J. W. (2009). Maternal-child nursing (3rd ed.). Philadelphia: Elsevier Saunders. Chapter 49 The Child with an Integumentary

Alteration

Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins (2007). Best practices: Evidence-based nursing practice (2nd ed.)

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Philadelphia: Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins Chapter 11 Skin Care

TOPIC: Nursing strategies of the RN providing care to patients of any age and culture related to altered gas transport: Respiratory system

Ignatavicious, D. D. & Workman, M. L. (2010). Medical-surgical nursing critical thinking for collaborative care (6th ed.). St. Louis, MO: Elsevier Saunders.• Chapter 29 Assessment of the Respiratory System• Chapter 30 Care of Patients Requiring Oxygen

Therapy or Tracheostomy• Chapter 33 Care of Patients with Infectious

Respiratory Problems• Chapter 34 Care of Critically Ill Patients with

Respiratory Problems

McKinney, E. S., Jones, S. R., Murray, S. S. & Ashwill, J. W. (2009). Maternal-child nursing (3rd ed.). Philadelphia: Elsevier Saunders. Chapter 45 The Child with Respiratory Alteration

Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins (2007). Best practices: Evidence-based nursing practice (2nd ed.) Philadelphia: Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins Chapter 6 Respiratory Care

TOPIC: Nursing strategies used by the RN in caring for the patient of any age and culture with alterations in nutrition and elimination: gastrointestinal (GI) system

Ignatavicious, D. D. & Workman, M. L. (2010). Medical-surgical nursing critical thinking for collaborative care (6th ed.). St. Louis, MO: Elsevier Saunders.• Chapter 17 Care of Intraoperative Patients

(pp270-282)• Chapter 55 Assessment of the Gastrointestinal

System• Chapter 56 Care of Patients with Oral Cavity

Problems• Chapter 57 Care of Patients with Esophageal

Problems• Chapter 58 Care of Patients with Stomach

Disorders• Chapter 59 Care of Patients with

Noninflammatory Intestinal Disorders• Chapter 60 Care of Patients with Inflammatory

Intestinal Disorders

McKinney, E. S., Jones, S. R., Murray, S. S. & Ashwill, J. W. (2009). Maternal-child nursing (3rd ed.). Philadelphia: Elsevier Saunders.• Chapter 43 The Child with a Gastrointestinal

Alteration

Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins (2007). Best practices: Evidence-based nursing practice (2nd ed.) Philadelphia: Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins

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• Chapter 8 Gastrointestinal Care

TOPIC: Nursing strategies used by the RN in caring for patients of any age and culture with altered regulation: Hepatic and Biliary systems

Ignatavicious, D. D. & Workman, M. L. (2010). Medical-surgical nursing critical thinking for collaborative care (6th ed.). St. Louis, MO: Elsevier Saunders. • Chapter 61 Care of Patients with Liver Problems• Chapter 62 Care of Patients with Problems of the

Biliary System and Pancreas

McKinney, E. S., Jones, S. R., Murray, S. S. & Ashwill, J. W. (2009). Maternal-child nursing (3rd ed.). Philadelphia: Elsevier Saunders.Chapter 43 The Child with a Gastrointestinal

Alteration

Unit 4TOPIC: Nursing strategies used by the RN in caring for patients of any age and culture with altered urinary function

Ignatavicious, D. D. & Workman, M. L. (2010). Medical-surgical nursing critical thinking for collaborative care (6th ed.). St. Louis, MO: Elsevier Saunders. Chapter 68 Assessment of the Renal/Urinary

System Chapter 69 Care of Patients with Urinary

Problems Chapter 70 Care of Patients with Renal Disorders Chapter 71 Care of Patients with Acute Renal

Failure and Chronic Kidney Disease

McKinney, E. S., Jones, S. R., Murray, S. S. & Ashwill, J. W. (2009). Maternal-child nursing (3rd ed.). Philadelphia: Elsevier Saunders. Chapter 44 The Child with Genitourinary

Alteration

Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins (2007). Best practices: Evidence-based nursing practice (2nd ed.) Philadelphia: Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins Chapter 9 Renal and Urologic Care

TOPIC: Nursing strategies used by the RN in caring for the patient of any age and culture with acute mental health deviations

Varcarolis, E. & Halter, M. (2009). Essentials of psychiatric mental health nursing: a communication approach to evidence-based care. St. Louis, MO: Elsevier SaundersChapter 2 Mental Health and Mental IllnessChapter 3 Theories and TherapiesChapter 4 Biological Basis for Understanding

PsychopharmacologyChapter 10 Personality DisordersChapter 12 Mood Disorders: DepressionChapter 13 Mood Disorders: BipolarChapter 20 Suicidal Thoughts and Behaviors

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Chapter 27 Settings for Psychiatric Care

McKinney, E. S., Jones, S. R., Murray, S. S. & Ashwill, J. W. (2009). Maternal-child nursing (3rd ed.). Philadelphia: Elsevier Saunders. Chapter 53 Psychosocial Disorders in Children

and FamiliesTOPIC: Nursing strategies used by the RN in caring for the patient of any age and culture during noncomplicated perinatal function and noncomplicated neonatal function

McKinney, E. S., Jones, S. R., Murray, S. S. & Ashwill, J. W. (2009). Maternal-child nursing (3rd ed.). Philadelphia: Elsevier Saunders. Chapter 13 Physiologic Adaptations to Pregnancy Chapter 14 Psychosocial Adaptations to

Pregnancy Chapter 15 Nutrition for Childbearing Chapter 16 Prenatal Diagnostic Testing Chapter 17 Giving Birth Chapter 18 Intrapartum Fetal Surveillance Chapter 19 Pain Management for Childbirth Chapter 20 Nursing Care During Obstetric

Procedures Chapter 21 Postpartum Adaptations Chapter 22 The Normal Newborn: Adaptation and

Assessment Chapter 23 The Normal Newborn: Nursing Care Chapter 24 Newborn Feeding

Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins (2007). Best practices: Evidence-based nursing practice (2nd ed.) Philadelphia: Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins Chapter 12 Obstetric, Neonatal, and Postpartum

Care

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RNSG 2514 & RNSG 2535 CalendarDate Activity Due DateAugust 25, 2010 RNSG 2514 & RNSG 2535 Orientation

0900-1500August 25, 2010 Enroll in Evolve Case Studies through

Evolve-Elsevier Course# 0956_smacneill_0006

August 30, 2010 Tutoring Session 0900-1400NCLEX 4000 (2) 50-item exams covering: Neurosensory Disorders

September 1, 2010 0800

Neurological Case Study Discussion Board Assignment

September 2, 2010 0800

September 6, 2010 HolidayNCLEX 4000 50-item exam covering: Medication and IV Administration

September 8, 2010 0800

NCLEX 4000 50-item exam covering: Endocrine and Metabolic Disorders

September 8, 2010 0800

Evolve Case Studies: Medical-Surgical: Spinal Cord InjuryMedical-Surgical: Seizure DisorderMedical-Surgical: Head InjuryMedical-Surgical: Brain Attack: StrokeMedical-Surgical: Diabetes Type IMedical-Surgical: Thyroid Disorders

September 8, 2010 0800

September 8, 2010 RNSG 2514 Exam 1 0830-0900September 13, 2010

Tutoring Session 0900-1400

NCLEX 4000 50-item exam covering: Cardiovascular Disorders

September 15, 2010 0800

NCLEX 4000 50-item exam covering: Basic Psychosocial Needs

September 15, 2010 0800

September 15, 2010

Simulation Lab (Assessment) 0830-1700Musculoskeletal System Discussion Board Assignment

September 17, 2010 0800

September 20, 2010

Tutoring Session 0900-1400

NCLEX 4000 50-item exam covering: Musculoskeletal Disorders

September 22, 10100800

NCLEX 4000 50-item exam covering: Integumentary Disorders

September 22, 10100800

Evolve Case Studies: Medical-Surgical: Deep Vein ThrombosisMedical-Surgical: Heart Failure with Atrial FibrillationFundamentals: Loss, Grief, and DeathPediatrics: Compound Fracture: PreschoolerFundamentals: Mobility

September 22, 10100800

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Pediatrics: BurnsFundamentals: Skin IntegrityPhysical Assessment: Integumentary Assessment

September 22, 1010

RNSG 2514 Exam 2 0830 - 0900

September 27, 2010

Tutoring Session 0900-1400

NCLEX 4000 50-item exam covering: Respiratory Disorders

September 29, 10100800

NCLEX 4000 50-item exam covering: Gastrointestinal Disorders

September 29, 10100800

Respiratory Issue Discussion Board Assignment

September 30, 10100800

October 4, 2010 Tutoring Session 0900-1400NCLEX 4000 50-item exam covering: Gastrointestinal Disorders

October 6, 20100800

NCLEX 4000 50-item exam covering: Genitourinary Disorders

October 6, 20100800

Evolve Case Studies: Pediatrics: Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) BronchiolitisFundamentals: Breathing PatternsMedical-Surgical: COPD with PneumoniaPhysical Assessment: Respiratory AssessmentMedical-Surgical: Colonoscopy with Bowel PerforationMedical-Surgical: Inflammatory Bowel DiseaseMedical-Surgical: Peptic Ulcer DiseaseMedical-Surgical: HepatitisMedical-Surgical: Chronic PancreatitisMedical-Surgical: CirrhosisMedical-Surgical: Chronic Renal FailureFundamentals: Urinary Patterns

October 6, 20100800

October 6, 2010 RNSG 2514 Exam 3 0830 - 0900October 11, 2010 Tutoring Session 0900-1400

NCLEX 4000 (2) 50-item exams covering: Psychiatric and Mental Health Issues (ALL Topics in this section)

October 13, 20100800

Mental Health NCLEX style questions Discussion Board Assignment

October 14, 20100800

October 18, 2010 Tutoring Session 0900-1400Evolve Case Studies: Psychiatric/Mental Health: DepressionPsychiatric/Mental Health: Major Depressive Disorder

October 19, 20100800

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Obstetrics: Healthy NewbornObstetrics: Postpartum

October 19, 2010 RNSG 2514 Exam 4 0830 - 0900October 20, 2010 RNSG 2535 BeginsOctober 21, 2010 RNSG 2514 Final Exam 0830 - 0900October 25, 2010 Tutoring Session 0900-1400

NCLEX 4000 50-item exam covering: Immune and Hematologic Disorders

October 27, 20100800

NCLEX 4000 50-item exam covering: Gastrointestinal Disorders

October 27, 20100800

October 27, 2010 Simulation Lab (Blood Transfusion) 0830-1700Immune System Case Study Discussion Board Assignment

October 28, 20100800

Hematology Case Study Discussion Board Assignment

November 2, 20100800

November 1, 2010 Tutoring Session 0900-1400NCLEX 4000 50-item exam covering: Immune and Hematologic Disorders

November 3, 20100800

NCLEX 4000 50-item exam covering: Cardiovascular Disorders

November 3, 20100800

Evolve Case Studies: Medical-Surgical: HIV and TBMedical-Surgical: Rheumatoid Arthritis and Joint ArthroplastyPediatrics: Sickle Cell AnemiaMedical-Surgical: HypertensionMedical-Surgical: Coronary Artery DiseaseMedical-Surgical: Peripheral Vascular DiseasePediatrics: Congenital Heart Disease

November 3, 20100800

November 3, 2010 RNSG 2535 Exam 1 0830 - 0900

November 8, 2010 Tutoring Session 0900-1400NCLEX 4000 (2) 50-item exams covering: Maternal-Neonatal Nursing (All Topics)

November 10, 20100800

November 10, 2010

Simulation Lab (DVT) 0830-1700

Reproductive Website Analysis Discussion Board Assignment

November 11, 20100800

November 15, 2010

Tutoring Session 0900-1400

NCLEX 4000 (2) 50-item exams covering: Fundamentals of Nursing (All Topics)

November 17, 20100800

Evolve Case Studies: Medical-Surgical: Benign Prostatic

November 17, 20100800

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HyperplasiaMedical-Surgical: Breast CancerObstetrics: Gestational DiabetesObstetrics: Pre-eclampsiaObstetrics: Premature InfantManagement: Management of a Skilled Care UnitManagement: Management of a Medical UnitManagement: Management of a Surgical UnitManagement: Management of a Pediatric Unit

November 17, 2010

RNSG 2535 Exam 2 0830 - 0900

ANA Website Current Issue Discussion Board Assignment

November 18, 20100800

November 22, 2010

Tutoring Session 0900-1400

NCLEX 4000 50-item exam covering: Respiratory Disorders

November 24, 20100800

NCLEX 4000 50-item exam covering: Musculoskeletal Disorders

November 24, 20100800

November 25 & 26 HolidayNovember 29, 2010

Tutoring Session 0900-1400

Oncology Case Study Discussion Board Assignment

November 29, 20100800

NCLEX 4000 50-item exam covering: Endocrine & Metabolic Disorders

December 1, 20100800

NCLEX 4000 50-item exam covering: Oncologic Disorders

December 1, 20100800

Evolve Case Studies: Medical-Surgical: Lung CancerPediatric: Cystic FibrosisMedical-Surgical: OsteoporosisFundamentals: Fluid BalanceMedical-Surgical: Laryngeal CancerManagement: Management of an Oncology Unit

December 1, 20100800

December 1, 2010 RNSG 2535 Exam 3 0830 - 0900December 6, 2010 Clinical Orientation 0900-1200December 6, 2010 Tutoring Session 1300-1500

NCLEX 4000 50-item exam covering: Neurosensory Disorders

December 8, 20100800

NCLEX 4000 (2) 50-item exams covering: Psychiatric and Mental Health Issues (ALL Topics in this section)

December 8, 20100800

December 9, 2010 Tutoring Session 1000-1200

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NCLEX 4000 (2) 50-item exams covering: Pediatric Nursing (ALL Topics in this section)

December 10, 20100800

Evolve Case Studies: Medical-Surgical: Guillian-Barre’ SyndromeMedical-Surgical: Myasthenia GravisMedical-Surgical: Parkinson’s DiseasePsychiatric/Mental Health: Alzheimer’s DiseasePsychiatric/Mental Health: AlcoholismPsychiatric/Mental Health: PsychosisPsychiatric/Mental Health: SchizophreniaManagement: The Emergent Care Clinic

December 13, 20100800

December 13, 2010

RNSG 2535 Exam 4 0830 - 0900

December 15, 2010

RNSG 2535 Final Exam 0830 - 0900

Reviewed and revised August 2010

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