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N 115 NURSING AS A PROFESSION
N 200 SEMINAR
N 220 FOUNDATIONS OF ETHICAL NURSING PRACTICE
N 223 FOUNDATIONS FOR PLANNING AND PROVIDING CLINICAL NURSING CARE
N 224 PATHOPHYSIOLOGY
N 239 HEALTH ASSESSMENT ACROSS THE LIFE SPAN
N 270 INDEPENDENT STUDY
N 280 SPECIAL TOPICS
N 289R UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH/CREATIVE ACTIVITY INSTRUCTION
N 290R UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH/CREATIVE ACTIVITY
N 337 NURSING PHARMACOTHERAPEUTICS
N 342 PSYCHOSOCIAL NURSING CONCEPTS
N 348 NURSING CARE OF CHILDBEARING FAMILY
N 349 NURSING CARE OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES
N 354 ACUTE AND CHRONIC ILLNESS
N 377 INTRODUCTION TO COMMUNITY BASED NURSING
N 387R RESEARCH IN HEALTH CARE
N 400 SEMINAR
N 416 SUMMER INTERNSHIP
N 418 ISSUES IN HEALTH POLICY AND HEALTH CARE ECONOMICS
N 435 SPIRITUALITY IN HEALTH CARE
N 437 PSYCHIATRIC NURSING
N 444 CARE MANAGEMENT
N 454 URGENT AND PALLIATIVE CARE
N 469 CULTURAL APPLICATIONS IN NURSING: THE [SPECIFIC CULTURE] EXPERIENCE
N 470 INDEPENDENT STUDY
N 477 POPULATION BASED NURSING CARE IN THE COMMUNITY
N 480 SPECIAL TOPICS
N 485C NURSING LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT
N 489R UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH/CREATIVE ACTIVITY INSTRUCTION
N 490R UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH/CREATIVE ACTIVITY
N 500 SEMINAR
N 501 TEACHING CONCEPTS FOR NURSE EDUCATORS
N 502 EFFECTIVE CLINICAL TEACHING
N 503 CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT
N 504 ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION OF EDUCATION
N 505 EVIDENCE BASED PRACTICE
N 506 MANAGEMENT OF CARE ENVIRONMENTS
N 507 MANAGEMENT OF CLINICAL OUTCOMES
N 508 CLINICAL LEADERSHIP PRACTICUM
N 517 FOUNDATIONS OF PHARMACOTHERAPEUTICS
N 518 PHARMACOTHERAPEUTICS FOR INFANTS, CHILDREN, AND ADULTS OF CHILDBEARING AGE
N 519 PHARMACOTHERAPEUTICS FOR MIDDLE AGED ADULTS
N 520 PHARMACOTHERAPEUTICS FOR OLDER ADULTS
N 521 THEORY AND RESEARCH NURSING
N 522 ADVANCED PRACTICE NURSING:ROLES AND ISSUES
N 531 RURAL HEALTH NURSING
N 550 ADVANCED HEALTH ASSESSMENT
N 552 ADMINISTRATION AND ORGANIZATION OF HEALTH CARE SYSTEMS
N 553 FINANCING AND BUDGETING OF HEALTH CARE SYSTEMS
N 555 CONCEPTS OF FAMILY CARE
N 560 ADVANCED PHYSIOLOGICAL/PATHOPHYSIOLOGICAL CONCEPTS IN PRIMARY CARE
N 561 PRIMARY CARE I FOR CHILDBEARING AND CHILDREARING FAMILIES
N 562 PRIMARY CARE II FOR MIDLIFE FAMILIES
N 563 PRIMARY CARE III FOR AGING FAMILIES
N 565 PRINCIPLES OF POPULATION-BASED HEALTH
N 570 INDEPENDENT STUDY
N 571 PRIMARY CARE IV: CLINICAL PRECEPTORSHIP
N 574 TEACHING PRACTICUM
N 575 RESEARCH OR PROFESSIONAL PAPER/PROJECT
N 580 SPECIAL TOPICS
N 581 CLINICAL NURSE SPECIALIST PRACTICE I
N 582 CLINICAL NURSE SPECIALIST PRACTICE II
N 583 CLINICAL NURSE SPECIALIST PRACTICE III
N 589 GRADUATE CONSULTATION
N 590 MASTER'S THESIS
N 115 NURSING AS A PROFESSION
F,S,Su 2 cr. LEC 2
-- The purpose of this course is to initiate and foster the professional socialization process. Content and activities expose students to issues surrounding the profession of nursing, multiple roles of nursing in society and health care, and concepts related to the dimensions of nursing practice: nurse, client, health and environment.
N 200 SEMINAR
F,S 1 - 4 cr. SEM Maximum 12 credits
PREREQUISITE: As determined for each offering.
-- Topics offered at the lower division level which are not covered in regular courses. Students participate in preparing and presenting discussion material.
N 220 FOUNDATIONS OF ETHICAL NURSING PRACTICE
F,S,Su 2 cr. LEC 1 RCT/DIS 1
-- Drawing on contemporary issues in bioethics this foundational course explores influential moral values, philosophical principles and theories as formal grounding for ethical decision making and action in health care. A broad historical, cultural and societal perspective is emphasized to provide the background for understanding the everyday ethical problems that health professionals encounter in their practices. A psychological and social framework of analysis is used to foster sensitivity, skills of analysis and ethical behavior in situations of moral conflict.
N 223 FOUNDATIONS FOR PLANNING AND PROVIDING CLINICAL NURSING CARE
F,S 4 cr. LEC 2 LAB 2
PREREQUISITES: BIOL 207, BIOL 208, HDCF 150, and MB 201.
COREQUISITES: N 239 or consent of instructor.
--Application of nursing principles, concepts and related skills for care of the individual needing assistance. The clinical decision-making process is utilized in the provision of nursing care in clinical
settings.
N 224 PATHOPHYSIOLOGY
F,S,Su 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITES: BIOL 207 and BIOL 208, BCHM 122 and CHEM 121.
-- This course provides an introduction to the abnormal functioning of human cells, tissues, and organ systems, and the physiological adaptations that occur. Commonly encountered age-related variations are
addressed. The influences of environment, genetics, nutrition, and culture are
emphasized. Current research that explains the changes that accompany a particular
syndrome or disease is considered.
N 239 HEALTH ASSESSMENT ACROSS THE LIFE SPAN
F,S, 4 cr. LEC 2 LAB 2
PREREQUISITES: BIOL 207 and BIOL 208.
COREQUISITE: N 223 or consent of instructor.
-- This course is designed to teach the student a health oriented approach to nursing assessment of clients across the life span in a variety of community based settings. The primary focus of the course is on normal health assessment findings, with recognition of abnormal variations. This course emphasizes development of the skills needed to perform a comprehensive health assessment of children, adults, and the elderly. Data collection through comprehensive history taking and physical assessment is emphasized. Utilizations of assessment findings in clinical decision making is discussed throughout the course.
N 270 INDEPENDENT STUDY
On Demand 1 - 3 cr. IND Maximum 6 cr.
PREREQUISITE: Consent of instructor and approval of department head.
-- Directed research and study on an individual basis.
N 280 SPECIAL TOPICS
On Demand 1 - 4 cr. Maximum 12 cr.
PREREQUISITE: None required but some may be determined necessary by each offering department.
-- Courses not required in any curriculum for which there is a particular one-time need, or given on a trial basis to determine acceptability and demand before requesting a regular course number.
N 289R UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH/CREATIVE ACTIVITY INSTRUCTION
COREQUISITE: N 290R
F,S 1-3 cr. RCT may be repeated
-- Classroom instruction associated with directed undergraduate research/creative activity projects.
N 290R UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH/CREATIVE ACTIVITY
F,S 1-6 cr. IND may be repeated
-- Directed undergraduate research/creative activity which may culminate in a written work or other creative project.
N 337 NURSING PHARMACOTHERAPEUTICS
F,S 3 cr. LEC 2 LAB 1
PREREQUISITES: CHEM 121, BCHM 122, HDFN 221, N 224 and N 239.
-- The focus of this course is to examine pharmocotherapeutics in nursing practice. Clinical
application of pharmacological and pathophysiological principles are integrated. Physical,
psychological, social and cultural factors; age related variations; and alternative
therapies are highlighted.
N 342 PSYCHOSOCIAL NURSING CONCEPTS
F,S 3 cr. LEC 2 LAB 1
PREREQUISITES: PSY 100, SOC 101, N 115, N 220, N 223, N 224 and N 239.
-- This course explores selected psychosocial concepts and theories basic to nursing practice with clients in a variety of settings. Topics include family theory, palliative care, crisis theory, anxiety, loss, grief and other human responses; and related psychosocial nursing strategies.
N 348 NURSING CARE OF CHILDBEARING FAMILY
F,S 5 cr. LEC 2 LAB 3
PREREQUISITES: N 342, N 354 and N 337.
-- The focus of the course is the nursing care of childbearing
women, neonates and their families in a variety of settings. Normal pregnancy and childbirth
are addressed, as well as the identification and management of high risk childbearing
situations. Selected health care of women content is included.
N 349 NURSING CARE OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES
F,S 5 cr. LEC 2 LAB 3
PREREQUISITES: N 224, N 337, N 342, and N 354.
-- The focus of this course is health promotion, disease prevention, illness management and nursing care of children within the family context in a variety of settings. This course builds upon and integrates knowledge gained from nursing, sciences and the humanities.
N 354 ACUTE AND CHRONIC ILLNESS
F,S 5 cr. LEC 2 LAB 3
PREREQUISITES: N 223, N 224 and N 239.
COREQUISITE: N 337.
-- The focus of this course is application of theoretical and empirical knowledge to nursing care for clients across the adult lifespan with acute and chronic illness in a variety of settings. Health promotion, disease prevention, and symptom management are emphasized. This course builds upon and integrates knowledge gained from nursing, sciences and the humanities.
N 377 INTRODUCTION TO COMMUNITY BASED NURSING
F,S 2 cr. LEC 2
-- The focus of this course is to introduce the student to community based nursing practice for individuals, families, populations and communities. There is an emphasis on health promotion, disease prevention and health determinants in a variety of settings.
N 387R RESEARCH IN HEALTH CARE
F,S 3 cr. LEC 2 LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: STAT 216 or Consent of Instructor.
-- Students are introduced to the research process and evidence-based practice. They
develop knowledge, skills, and values necessary to be informed consumers of health related research.
Students engage in research processes, examine research reports, and describe practice applications.
N 400 SEMINAR
F,S 1 - 4 cr. SEM Maximum 12 credits
PREREQUISITE: Junior standing and as determined for each offering.
-- Topics offered at the upper division level which are not covered in regular courses. Students participate in preparing and presenting discussion material.
N 416 SUMMER INTERNSHIP
Su 3 cr. LAB 3
PREREQUISITE: Satisfactory completion of all 1st semester junior level clinical nursing courses. Placement subject to availability.
-- This elective course is designed to increase competence and confidence in previously learned clinical skills. The student works with a registered nurse (RN) in a cooperating clinical agency for a period of intensified clinical experience.
N 418 ISSUES IN HEALTH POLICY AND HEALTH CARE ECONOMICS
F,S 2 cr. LEC 1 SEM 1
-- Focus is on economics, public policy and political factors which affect the delivery of health and nursing care at the local, state, national and international levels. Students are encouraged to participate in efforts to influence health policy.
N 435 SPIRITUALITY IN HEALTH CARE
F,S 2 cr. RCT/DIS 2
PREREQUISITES: PSY 100 and N 115 or consent of instructor.
-- This elective course explores aspects of spirituality and the use of spiritually-based therapies in healthcare from various faith traditions. Spiritual assessment and spiritually-based strategies
to promote health and wellness are emphasized. Although a multi disciplinary approach to spiritual care
is presented, a nursing prospective is highlighted.
N 437 PSYCHIATRIC NURSING
F,S 6 cr. LEC 3 LAB 3
PREREQUISITES: N 342 and N 377 and N 348 or N 349 or N 354.
-- The focus of this course is nursing care of clients with acute and chronic psychiatric disorders, including psychopathology associated with major mental illness. Community based experiences provide opportunity for continued development of therapeutic skills. Social, cultural, spiritual and environmental issues influencing mental health are explored.
N 444 CARE MANAGEMENT
F,S 3 cr. LEC 2 RCT/DIS 1
PREREQUISITES: N 354 and N 387R.
-- This course focuses on care management with application of ethical and legal concepts.
The care management process is explored. Case management is examined as a method
of managing health care.
N 454 URGENT AND PALLIATIVE CARE
F,S 6 cr. LEC 3 LAB 3
PREREQUISITE: N 354.
-- The focus of this course is application of theoretical and empirical knowledge to nursing care for complex clients across the adult lifespan requiring urgent and palliative care in a variety of settings. Clinical decision making, triage and symptom management are emphasized. This course builds upon and integrates knowledge gained from nursing, sciences and the humanities.
N 469 CULTURAL APPLICATIONS IN NURSING: THE [SPECIFIC CULTURE] EXPERIENCE
F,S 2 cr. LEC 1 LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: Enrolled in the undergraduate nursing program.
-- This elective course is designed as an intense but time-limited immersion into another culture and is focused on health benefits, health care, and nursing applications. The experience is preceded
by analysis of cultural principles applicable to nursing and concluded by analysis of actual clinical participation with (specific culture) nurses and clients.
N 470 INDEPENDENT STUDY
On Demand 1-3 cr. IND Maximum 6 cr.
PREREQUISITES: Junior standing, consent of instructor, and approval of department head.
-- Directed research and study on an individual basis.
N 477 POPULATION BASED NURSING CARE IN THE COMMUNITY
F,S 6 cr. LEC 3 LAB 3
PREREQUISITES: N 437 and N 454.
--The focus of this course is the health and well-being of the community. Global and national health problems are examined from a public health perspective. Community assessment and epidemiologic methods are used to identify populations at risk and potential areas for intervention.
N 480 SPECIAL TOPICS
On Demand 1 - 4 cr. Maximum 12 cr.
PREREQUISITE: Junior standing. Course prerequisites as determined for each offering.
-- Courses not required in any curriculum for which there is a particular one-time need, or given on a trial basis to determine acceptability and demand before requesting a regular course number.
N 485 NURSING LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT
F,S 6 cr. LEC 3 LAB 3
PREREQUISITES: N 437, N 444 and N 454.
-- The focus of this course is to provide an integration of theory and skill development in leadership, management and organizational concepts for the design, coordination, and management of health care using the community based philosophy.
N 489R UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH/CREATIVE ACTIVITY INSTRUCTION
F,S,Su 1 - 2 cr. RCT May be repeated. Max 4 cr.
PREREQUISITE: Junior standing.
COREQUISITE: N 490R.
-- Classroom instruction associated with directed undergraduate research/creative activity projects.
N 490R UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH/CREATIVE ACTIVITY
F,S,Su 1 - 6 cr. IND May be repeated. Max 12 cr.
PREREQUISITE: Junior standing.
-- Directed undergraduate research/creative activity which may culminate in a research paper, journal article, or undergraduate thesis.
N 500 SEMINAR
On Demand 1 cr. SEM Maximum 4 cr.
PREREQUISITE: Graduate standing or seniors by petition. Course prerequisites as determined for each offering.
-- Topics offered at the graduate level which are not covered in regular courses. Students participate in preparing and presenting discussion material.
N 501 TEACHING CONCEPTS FOR NURSING EDUCATORS
F 2 cr. LEC 2
PREREQUISITE: Graduate Standing.
-- Designed for students interested in nursing education (academic or practice environment). Emphasizes teaching strategies and delivery of nursing education for diverse learners in a variety of settings. Roles and responsibilities are explored. Includes history and evolution of teaching and learning.
N 502 EFFECTIVE CLINICAL TEACHING
S 2 cr. LEC 2
PREREQUISITE: Graduate Standing.
-- Focuses on educator roles
and responsibilities in teaching
clinical nursing (academic
or practice environments).
Designed for students interested
in developing clinical teaching
skills. Major themes: development
of learning activities, evaluation
of student performance, concepts
of student supervision, and
agency coordination.
N 503 CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT
Su, alternate years, to be offered Su even years 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: Graduate Standing.
--Theories and models of curriculum development are explored and designed for nurses teaching in either academic or practice environments. Variables associated with design and planning of educational interventions are explored. Students synthesize appropriate theoretical concepts to develop a model curriculum.
N 504 ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION OF EDUCATION
Su, alternate years, to be offered Su odd years 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: Graduate Standing.
-- Students engage in discussions around design, assessment, and evaluation of instruction by nurses. Topics include writing instructional objectives and constructing activities to assess student learning outcomes. Students complete a project to gain skills in evaluating learning related to a specific unit of study.
N 505 EVIDENCE BASED PRACTICE
F 4 cr. LEC 4
PREREQUISITE: N 387 (or equivalent) and STAT 216 (or equivalent).
-- This course focuses on the various methods and processes used to translate knowledge into evidence based practice. Students explore processes for acquiring, evaluating and using knowledge for clinical practice in both rural and urban areas.
N 506 MANAGEMENT OF CARE ENVIRONMENTS
S 4 cr. LEC 3 LAB 1
-- Introduces the role of Clinical Nurse Leader, examines internal and external forces which affect care delivery in a variety of settings within healthcare systems and organizations. Opportunity to learn strategies for team coordination, quality management, and risk reduction. Healthcare informatics is included.
N 507 MANAGEMENT OF CLINICAL OUTCOMES
S 4 cr. LEC 3 LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: N 517, N 550, and N 560 or consent of instructor.
-- This course focuses on the management of clinical outcomes for groups of clients across the wellness-illness continuum. Students learn strategies to use evidence-based practice and knowledge management to ensure optimum care in both rural and urban environments.
N 508 CLINICAL LEADERSHIP PRACTICUM
F,S, Su 7 cr. LAB 7
PREREQUISITE: N 505, N 506, and N 507.
-- This course is an immersion clinical practicum. Students practice Clinical Nurse Leader competencies in their selected health care environment(s) to design, manage, and evaluate care to improve health outcomes for a selected population.
N 517 FOUNDATIONS OF PHARMACOTHERAPEUTICS
F 1 cr. LEC 1
PRE or COREQUISITE: N 560, graduate standing, or consent of instructor.
-- Introduces the student to the essentials of pharmacotherapy for advanced practice nurses. Provides a basis for understanding the pharmacokinetics and actions of selected classes of drugs commonly used in primary care practice. Legal and ethical considerations of prescriptive practice are addressed.
N 518 PHARMACOTHERAPEUTICS FOR INFANTS, CHILDREN, AND ADULTS OF CHILDBEARING AGE
S 1 cr. LEC 1.
PREREQUISITE: N 517 or consent of instructor.
-- Addresses pharmacological intervention in managing common health care problems of childbearing families. Students will apply knowledge of medication management of commonly encountered pediatric and women's health care concerns.
N 519 PHARMACOTHERAPEUTICS FOR MIDDLE AGE ADULTS
Su 1 cr. LEC 1
PREREQUISITE: N 517 or consent of instructor.
-- Addresses pharmacological intervention in managing common health problems of midlife adults and their families. Students will apply knowledge of pharmacological management of commonly encountered health problems of middle aged adults.
N 520 PHARMACOTHERAPEUTICS FOR OLDER ADULTS
F 1 cr. LEC 1
PREREQUISITE: N 517 or consent of instructor.
-- Addresses pharmacological interventions in managing common health problems of elders and their families. Students will apply knowledge of pharmacological management of commonly encountered health problems for the aging population. Regulatory issues regarding prescriptive practice for APRNs are addressed.
N 521 THEORY AND RESEARCH IN NURSING
F 5 cr. LEC 5.
PREREQUISITE: N 387 (or equivalent) and STAT 216 (or equivalent).
-- Provides an overview of the interrelationships among theory, research and practice. Students explore patterns and processes for acquiring knowledge and the utilization of knowledge in clinical practice.
N 522 ADVANCED PRACTICE NURSING:ROLES AND ISSUES
S 2 cr. LEC 1 RCT 1.
PREREQUISITE: Graduate standing or consent of instructor.
-- Introduction to theoretical foundations and competencies of advanced practice nursing and employment settings in which advanced practice nursing may occur. Emphasis on history and development of advanced practice nursing, roles, role transition, spheres of influence, core competencies, and target outcomes.
N 531 RURAL HEALTH NURSING
S 3 cr. LEC 2 LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: N 521 or consent of instructor.
-- This course focuses on the health concerns, issues, and trends facing individuals and populations in rural areas. Rural environments will be assessed and data from a variety of sources will be analyzed through systematic approaches. Students will have the opportunity to build and expand upon rural nursing theory.
N 550 ADVANCED HEALTH ASSESSMENT
F 3 cr. LEC 1 LAB 2
-- This course consists of study modules and videos based on various components of health assessment with emphasis on rural populations. Students will be required to demonstrate assessment competency to faculty.
N 552 ADMINISTRATION AND ORGANIZATION OF HEALTH CARE SYSTEMS
F 2 cr. LEC 2
-- This course focuses on nursing leadership in community-focused health care systems. Emphasis is on organizational structure, culture, change and behavior. Traditional elements of leadership are blended with emerging nursing theory to strategically energize current and developing health care systems.
N 553 FINANCING AND BUDGETING OF HEALTH CARE SYSTEMS
S 2 cr. LEC 2
-- This course focuses on the application of fiscal management principles of health care systems. Emphasis is on health care economics, fiscal management and budgeting concepts.
N 555 CONCEPTS OF FAMILY CARE
S 2 cr. LEC 2
PREREQUISITE: N 521 or consent of instructor.
-- Analysis and synthesis of family theories from nursing and other disciplines to form a family-focused foundation for application in advanced practice nursing. Related concepts and theories are analyzed as a basis for understanding the principles of family assessment. Emphasis is placed on family health promotion, nursing of families within a rural context and the influence of culture on family health.
N 560 ADVANCED PHYSIOLOGY AND PATHOPHYSIOLOGY
F 4 cr. LEC 4
-- Focuses on a comprehensive study of the physiological functioning and common pathophysiological alterations in human organs and systems.
N 561 PRIMARY CARE I FOR CHILDBEARING AND CHILDREARING FAMILIES
S 6 cr. LEC 3 LAB 3
PREREQUISITE: N 517, N 521, N 550 and N 560.
COREQUISITE: N 531 and N 555.
-- Focuses on comprehensive assessment, intervention and preventive care for childbearing and childrearing families in primary health care for the advanced practice nurse. Includes content on physiological, pathophysiological, psychological, developmental, sociocultural and spiritual care.
N 562 PRIMARY CARE II FOR MIDLIFE FAMILIES
Su 6 cr. LEC 3 LAB 3
PREREQUISITE: N 561.
-- This course includes content on the physiological, pathophysiological, psychological, development, sociocultural and spiritual primary health care needs of midlife families.
Addresses assessment, intervention and preventive care.
N 563 PRIMARY CARE III FOR AGING FAMILIES
F 6 cr. LEC 3 LAB 3
PREREQUISITE: N 562.
-- Assessment, treatment and preventive care for aging families in primary health care settings. Physiological, pathophysiological, psychological, developmental, sociocultural and spiritual responses to acute and chronic conditions will be explored along with the advocacy role of the nurse practitioner.
N 565 PRINCIPLES OF POPULATION-BASED HEALTH
F 3 cr. LEC 2 LAB 1
PREREQUISITE: N 477 or equivalent, N378 or equivalent and STAT 216 or equivalent.
-- Emphasizes public health concepts and skills essential to community-oriented leadership
and practice in rural communities: concepts of risk, epidemiology, biostatistics,
health planning, community empowerment and resource development. The values on health promotion and disease prevention are explored.
N 570 INDEPENDENT STUDY
On Demand 1 - 3 cr. IND Maximum 6 cr.
PREREQUISITE: Graduate standing, consent of instructor, approval of department head and Dean of Graduate Studies.
-- Directed research and study on an individual basis.
N 571 PRIMARY CARE IV: CLINICAL PRECEPTORSHIP
S 5 cr. LAB 5
PREREQUISITE: Final semester of course work.
-- This practicum allows students to further refine family nurse practitioner skills in practice settings such as family health, pediatrics, women's health or gerontology or a broad based general practice based on availability.
N 574 TEACHING PRACTICUM
F,S,Su LAB 1 - 4 cr.
PREREQUISITE: N 504 or consent of instructor.
-- Teaching/learning principles are integrated into nursing education in academic or practice environments. Students practice, observe, and evaluate teaching/learning processes. The instructor and student negotiate laboratory activities.
N 575 RESEARCH OR PROFESSIONAL PAPER/PROJECT
F,S,Su 1 - 4 cr. IND Maximum 6 cr.
PREREQUISITE: Graduate standing.
-- A research or professional paper or project dealing with a topic in the field. The topic must have been mutually agreed upon by the student and his or her major advisor and graduate committee.
N 580 SPECIAL TOPICS
On Demand 1 - 4 cr. Maximum 12 cr.
PREREQUISITE: Upper division courses and others as determined for each offering.
-- Courses not required in any curriculum for which there is a particular one time need, or given on a trial basis to determine acceptability and demand before requesting a regular course number.
N 581 CLINICAL NURSE SPECIALIST PRACTICE I
S alternate years, starting even years 6 cr. LEC 3 LAB 3
PREREQUISITE: N 550, N 560, and N 521 or consent of instructor.
COREQUISITE: N 522 or consent of instructor.
-- Focus on clinical management of adults with complex health care problems of selected body systems. Seminars and supervised practica allow students to develop CNS competencies. Emphasis is placed on the patient/client sphere of CNS influence.
N 582 CLINICAL NURSE SPECIALIST PRACTICE II
F alternate years, starting even years 6 cr. LEC 3 LAB 3
PREREQUISITE: N 550, N 560, N 521 or consent of instructor
COREQUISITE: N 552 or consent of instructor
-- Focus on clinical management of adults with complex health problems of selected body systems. Seminars and supervised practica provide opportunity for students to develop CNS competencies. Emphasis is placed on the nurses/nursing practice sphere of CNS influence.
N 583 CLINICAL NURSE SPECIALIST PRACTICE III
S alternate years, starting odd years 6 cr. SEM 1 LAB 5
PREREQUISITE: N 581, N 582
PRE or COREQUISITE: N 553
-- Capstone course. Students implement the CNS role with adults with complex health problems. Emphasis on professional philosophy, scope of practice, collaborating within a multidisciplinary health care team, and working within health care systems to improve client outcomes.
N 589 GRADUATE CONSULTATION
F,S,Su 3 cr. IND
PREREQUISITE: Master's standing and approval of the Dean of Graduate Studies.
-- This course may be used only by students who have completed all of their course work (and thesis, if on a thesis plan) but who need additional faculty or staff time or help.
N 590 MASTER'S THESIS
F,S,Su 1 - 10 cr. IND May be repeated.
PREREQUISITE: Master's standing.
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