House Bill 2504

Fall 2011 Course Syllabus

VNSG-1510-01 - Nursing in Health and Illness III

Faculty Information
Semester	Fall 2011
Instructor	Smith, Lisa Ramelle
Phone	(409) 984-6359
E-mail	smithl@lamarpa.edu
Department	Allied Health Chair: Janet Hamilton Phone: (409) 984-6354 E-mail: hamiljr@lamarpa.edu
Office	Hours: As posted and by appointment Building: Allied Health (AH) Room: 127
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Course Information
Course Number	90390
Course Description	Continuation of Nursing in Health and Illness. Further study of common medical and surgical health problems including concepts of mental illness. Incorporates knowledge necessary to make the transition from student to graduate vocational nurse.
Course Prerequisites	VNSG 1509 Nursing in Health and Illness II         VNSG 1334 Pediatrics VNSG 1462 Clinical LPN Nursing         Co-requisite: VNSG 1463 Clinical To graduate from the VN program, it is required that you must complete either Microcomputers (COSC 1301) or Introduction to Computers (ITSC 1401) within four years prior to graduation.
Required Textbooks	deWitt, S.C. (2009). Medical-surgical nursing concepts and practice. St. Louis: Saunders Elsevier. deWitt, S.C. (2009). Fundamental concepts and skills for nursing (3rd ed.). St. Louis: Sanders. Eby, L. & Brown, N. J. (2009). Mental health nursing care (2nd ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ.: Prentice Hall. Hodgson, B.B & Kizor, R.J (2010). Saunders nursing drug handbook 2010. St. Louis: Saunders. Hill, S. S. & Howlett, H. S., Success in practical/ vocational nursing (6th ed.). St. Louis: Mosby. Langford, R.W. & Thompson, J.M. (2005). Mosby’s handbook of diseases (3rded.).St. Louis: Mosby. Langford, R.W (2008). Mosby’s PDQ for LPN: nursing facts at hand (2nd ed.). St. Louis: Mosby. London, M.L., Wieland, P.A., Ball, J.W. and Binder, R.C.. (2011). Maternal & child nursing care (3rd ed.). Upper Saddle River, N.J.: Pearson Prentice Hall. Pagana, K.D. & Pagana, T.S. (2009). Mosby’s manual of diagnostic and laboratory test (4th ed.). St. Louis: Mosby. Swearingen P.L (2009). All-in-one care planning resource (2nd ed.). St. Louis: Mosby. Taber’s cyclopedic medical dictionary (21st ed.).(2009) Philadelphia: F. A. Davis
Attendance Policy	Research has shown a cause and effect relationship between attendance and college success. Policies for this course are described below: 1. Because poor attendance is a leading reason for termination from a job in all areas of employment, attendance at all scheduled classes is expected. 2. A student who is absent from course activities for more than three (3) days may be dropped from the program by the Program Director. 3. Students on campus but not in class are considered absent. 4. Late arrival to class is disruptive. Students who consistently arrive after the beginning of the class (2 or more times) will be counseled and a plan of corrective action determined. Class will begin promptly at the scheduled time. Students who arrive fifteen (15) minutes after the beginning of class should not enter the classroom and should wait until break to enter. 5. It is the student’s responsibility to notify the instructor of any absence. If the student is unable to contact the instructor(s), the student should call 409-984-6356 or 1-800-477-5872 ext. 6356. The student should also email the faculty or call the faculty office and leave a voicemail. 6. Students who arrive after an exam starts, but before it ends, may take the exam without penalty. They are given no additional time. 7. Lab jackets are to be worn at all times while in the skills lab.
Course Grading Scale	90-100 = A 80-89 = B 75-79 = C 60-74 = D Below 60 = F
Determination of Final Grade	1.        Examinations are based on course objectives. 2.        Course content from the pre-requisite courses will be included on exams, as appropriate. 3.        All unit exams and the Final Exam (Comprehensive Reach Exit Exam) must be taken. 4.        Students are strongly encouraged to take exams as scheduled. If a student must miss an exam, the student must contact the instructor prior to the exam or within twenty-four (24) hours of the exam to schedule a make-up. 5.        Test times for exams will be set up for 80 seconds per question. At the end of the allotted time, the computer will not record any further answers. 6.        NO questions may be asked during exams. 7.        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 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, every gets credit for the item and no one loses credit. 8.        If a student scores less than “75" on a unit examination, the student is required to make an appointment with an instructor prior to the next exam. At that time the student will review the examination and, with the assistance of the instructor, identify strategies to improve performance on subsequent examinations. 9.        Any challenge to exam questions must be presented in writing with documentation within one week of review of the exam. Disputed exam items must be submitted by the student along with proposed answer supported by documentation from the current textbook, handouts and/or reference material. 10.        The average of the one (1) fundamentals exam and four (4) unit exams will be weighted equivalent to 50% of the VNSG 1510 grade. 11.        Assignments or exams submitted without a student’s name will not receive credit. 12.        An exit exam is given as the final exam for VNSG 1510. A student must achieve a prediction score of 800 on the exit exam to pass the course. If the student achieves 800 on the exam, then, the conversion score will be used as the final exam grade. Students who do not score 800 on the first attempt will be allowed to take the exit exam a second time. The student must score an 800 on the second attempt to pass the course (if the Exit Exam is taken twice, the conversion score will be averaged between the two scores). A final course grade of 75% or greater and a minimum score of 800 on the Exit Exam is necessary for the student to pass this course. All exams must be taken. 13.        Completion of the Exit Exam with a prediction score of 900 or greater indicates that the student has a high probability of passing the NCLEX-PN. 14.        The following method will be used to determine each student’s grade in the course: Fundamentals Exam 10% Grade Exam I 10% Grade Exam II 10% Grade Exam III 10% Grade Exam IV 10% Grade Total / 5 50% of Grade REACH conversion score or average of conversion scores 50% of Grade
Final Exam Date	November 22, 2011 - 8:00 AM
Major Assignments	Date: 08/22/11 Fundamental Exam Time: 1300 Date: 09/06/11 Exam 1 Time: 0800 Date: 10/10/11 Exam 2 Time: 0800 Date: 11/07/11 Exam 3 Time: 0800 Date: 11/22/11 REACH/HESI 1 Time: 0800 Date: 12/05/11 Exam 4 Time: 0800 Date: 12/09/11 REACH/HESI 2 (if required) Time: 0800
Calendar of Lecture Topics and Major Assignment Due Dates	Week 1: Syllabus, IV, Central line, Respiratory, Dosage calculations, Math exam 1 Week 2: Respiratory cont. & NCLEX, Mood disorders, Anxiety, Math exam 2 Week 3: Exam 1, Clinical orientation, Math exam 3 Week 4: Nursing process, Documentation, Case studies, Cardiac Week 5: Cardiac continued, Eye and ear Week 6: Cardiac NCLEX, Immune and lymphatic Week 7: Cardiac simulation, Neurosensory NCLEX Week 8: Exam 2 Week 9: Mood/anxiety NCLEX, Neurology Week 10: Neurology continued, Jurisprudence, TPAPN Week 11: Substance abuse, violence and abuse, Jurisprudence, TPAPN Week 12: Exam 3 Week 13: Hematology Week 14: Immune/hematology NCLEX, Renal, REACH/HESI -1 Week 15: Schizophrenia, personality, dementia/cognitive disorders, Renal continued Week 16: Exam 4, Professionalism, Resume Week 17: REACH/HESI-2
General Education/Core Curriculum Student Learning Outcomes	Reading: Demonstrates the ability to analyze and interpret a variety of printed materials. Writing: Produces clear, correct, and coherent prose adapted to purpose, occasion, and audience. Speaking: Communicates orally in clear, coherent, and persuasive language appropriate to purpose, occasion, and audience. Listening: Demonstrates the ability to analyze and interpret various forms of spoken language. Critical Thinking 1: Applies qualitative and/or quantitative skills analytically and creatively to subject matter. Critical Thinking 2: Demonstrates the ability to evaluate arguments and construct alternative strategies. Computer Literacy 1: Uses computer-based technology to communicate, solve problems, and acquire information. Computer Literacy 2: Demonstrates an understanding of the limits, problems, and possibilities associated with the use of technology. Intercultural Competence 1: Demonstrates awareness of similarities and differences between cultural groups. Intercultural Competence 2: Demonstrates the ability to recognize global interconnectedness. Intercultural Competence 3: Demonstrates a general knowledge of cultural evolution.
Program Student Learning Outcomes	Upon completion of the Vocational Nursing Program graduates will, under the supervision of a professional licensed nurse and/or licensed physician, function in non-complex settings and should be able to:                  1.        Function within the legal, ethical and regulatory standards of the nursing profession. 2.        Use a systematic problem-solving process in the care of multiple patients who have predictable health care needs to provide safe, individualized, goal-directed nursing care. 3.        Adopt an approach to nursing practice that promotes safety for patients, significant others, self, and members of the healthcare team. 4.        Cooperate with members of the interdisciplinary health care team to provide optimum, evidence-based, safe, care to patients.
Course Student Learning Outcomes	In accordance with the mission of LSC-PA, VNSG 1500 Nursing in Health and Illness I assists the student to develop the particular skills, knowledge, and attitudes necessary for success as a vocational nurse. Upon successful completion of the course, the student should be able to:         1. Recognize the uniqueness of the gerontological patient related to physical, mental, and emotional changes associated with the aging process..         2.        Describe the psychosocial, growth and development, and physiological needs of patients across the life span.         3.        Identify common, overt, actual and/or potential primary health care needs of the patient.         4.         Identify the basic interventions to support the patient and family during life stages including death and dying.         5.        Identify nursing interventions related to the effects of pharmacological agents on patients.         6. Demonstrate competency in dosage calculations. 7. Describe the underlying theories of nursing skills using principles of safety and asepsis. 8. Demonstrate satisfactory performance of nursing skills using evidenced based principles of safety and asepsis.         9. Develop an understanding of the legal, ethical & professional responsibilities inherent in the role of vocational nurse.
Academic Honesty	Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSC-PA policies (Section IX, subsection A, in the Faculty Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.
Facility Policies	No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission. Electronic devices (including but not restricted to cell phones, MP3 players, and laptop computers) shall not be used during examinations unless specifically allowed by the instructor. Use of electronic devices during normal class hours distracts other students, disrupts the class, and wastes valuable time. Instructors have an obligation to reduce such disruptions. Turn your cellphones to vibrate when you enter the classroom. Additional classroom policies include: Students and faculty of the Lamar State College-Port Arthur Vocational Nursing Program are expected to assist in maintaining a classroom environment that is conducive to learning. To assure that faculty have the opportunity to teach and students have the opportunity to benefit from time spent in class, unless otherwise approved by the instructor, students are prohibited from engaging in distracting classroom behavior: 1.        I understand that promptness is expected. I will be on time for the beginning of all classes and will return from breaks promptly. 2.        I understand that I am expected to come to theory and lab experiences prepared and present myself as a sincere, adult learner. 3.        I will return phone calls and/or text messages only during scheduled breaks. 4.        I will keep cell phones on vibrate in classroom and off and out of reach during testing and test reviews. In the event of an emergency, your family should contact you through AH Secretary, VN Coordinator, or Department Chair. 5.        I agree that on-campus computers will only be used for classroom work. 6.        I agree that all information shared by other students and instructors will remain confidential. 7.        I will not repeat or discuss what is shared with anyone. 8.        I agree that I will not engage in ‘side-bar’ discussions. 9.        I agree that I will direct my comments to the front of the room. 10.        I agree to participate in all discussions, activities, and exercises. 11.        I agree to be open to new ideas and experiences. 12.        I agree to take risks and step outside of my comfort zone. 13.        I agree to maintain a positive attitude. 14.        I agree to give supportive feedback and make corrections without belittling anyone. 15.        I agree to suspend judgment and be responsible for my actions. 16.        I agree to be responsible for learning as much as I can from this experience. 17.        I agree to ask for what I need from my instructors. 18.        I agree to get better acquainted with my fellow students so we can all identify ways to support one another, work together as a team and develop professionally. 19.        I agree to follow the guidelines and policies in the LSC-PA Vocational Nursing Student Handbook. Should I be unable to maintain these expectations or stated program requirements, dismissal from the program may occur. The following behaviors will result in the student being asked to cease the action and/or leave the classroom: •        using cell phones •        talking while the instructor is giving instructions or during class discussions/presentations •        displaying a rude or negative attitude/behavior to the instructor or other students •        These behaviors will result in the loss of 5 points on the next exam.
Additional Information
Important Information
ADA Considerations	The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statue 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.
Copyright Violations	Some material in this course may be copyrighted. They may be used only for instructional purposes this semester, by students enrolled in this course. These materials are being used fairly and legally. No one may distribute or share these copyrighted materials in any medium or format with anyone outside this class, including publishing essays with copyrighted material, uploading copyrighted material to Facebook or YouTube, or painting or performing copyrighted material for public display. Copyright violation is not the same thing as plagiarism. Plagiarism is intellectual dishonesty. Offenses of plagiarism result in lower grades or failing scores, and professors and the college strictly enforce plagiarism rules. There is never any acceptable use of plagiarism. Copyright violation is a legal offense, punishable by large fines and penalties. Copyrighted material can be used if permission from the material’s creator is obtained, or if its use meets the standards of fair use in an educational setting. For example, a student can quote a line from Shakespeare’s Hamlet in a report without violating copyright but still be guilty of plagiarism if the quotation is not properly documented. If you are in doubt about what material can be freely used, ask your professor or contact the Dean of Library Services, at (409) 984-6216.
Assessment Statement	Assessment is a process by which LSCPA can help you learn better and gauge the level of progress you have made to attain knowledge, skills, beliefs, and values. It also helps your professors understand how to improve teaching and testing methods in your classes, and it helps each department understand and improve degree and certificate programs. Periodically LSC-PA will collect assessment data for research and reporting purposes, including statistical data and sometimes copies of your work. Be assured that all material the college uses for assessment purposes will be kept confidential. To ensure anonymity, your name will be removed from any material we use for assessment purposes, including video-recorded performances, speeches, and projects. If you object to allowing LSC-PA to use your material for assessment purposes, submit a letter stating so to your professor by the 12th class day. You will still be required to participate in whatever assessments are being done; we just won’t use your data. What’s the difference between assessment and grades? The grades you get on papers, projects, speeches, and assignments are specific types of focused assessment. LSC-PA’s assessment efforts include class grades, surveys, standardized tests, and other tools.
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College-Level Perspectives	This course helps add to the students’ overall collegiate experience in the following ways: Establishing broad and multiple perspectives on the individual in relationship to the larger society and world in which s/he lives, and to understand the responsibilities of living in a culturally and ethnically diversified world. Stimulating a capacity to discuss and reflect upon individual, political, economic, and social aspects of life in order to understand ways in which to be a responsible member of society. Developing a capacity to use knowledge of how technology and science affect their lives. Developing personal values for ethical behavior. Developing the ability to make aesthetic judgments. Using logical reasoning in problem solving. Integrating knowledge and understand the interrelationships of the scholarly disciplines.
Degree Plan Evaluation	A Degree Plan Evaluation will help you determine which classes you need to complete your program. Sign in to your my.lamarpa.edu account. Click on the “My Services” tab. Click on the “Student” tab. Click on Student Records. Click on Degree Evaluation. Select the term you are planning on registering for (i.e. Summer I, Summer II, Fall, or Spring) Verify that the Curriculum Information (your MAJOR) is correct Click on “Generate New Evaluation” at the bottom of the screen. Click the radio button next to Program Click on the Generate Request button. All of the classes that you have taken that apply to your declared major will be listed on the right. If you have a class that still needs to be completed, a “NO” will be listed on the right next to the required class.
HB 2504	This syllabus is part of LSC-PA’s efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.
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