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This course explores person, society, health, nursing education, environment, teaching and learning as included in the Malone College School of Nursing philosophy and as related to the Neuman Systems Model. The development of characteristics which support nursing as a profession in research, education and practice is discussed. Professional accountability is addressed through legal practice issues and ethical dimensions in nursing. The process of leadership and the dimensions of change as a basis for professional responsibility are examined. Health promotion, as it relates to persons across the lifespan, is emphasized.
Participants utilize the nursing process, based on the Neuman Systems Model, as the methodology to promote health, manage care for health maintenance and evaluate client outcomes. Emphasis is on health assessment and the synthesis and generalization of nursing concepts for clients with needs. Clinical validation and application of nursing concepts and skills are provided in the nursing clinical laboratory and acute care settings. Proficiency must be demonstrated to satisfactorily meet course outcomes.
This course provides a review and testing of mathematical skills and then focuses on descriptive and inferential statistics. A conceptual approach is used including terminology and the interpretation and utilization of statistics for research purposes. Opportunities are provided to analyze data and conduct selected statistical problems. A decision is made regarding statistics as the research proposal is completed.
The development of nursing knowledge is necessary for the profession of nursing. Research supports this knowledge development and provides the professional with skills to advance the practice of nursing. This course provides the student with an overview of knowledge development and the research process. Selected nursing study reports are reviewed. Students are assisted in a literature review and the formulation of a research problem. A research proposal is drafted
This course is a comprehensive study of human pathophysiology with application in the areas of diagnostic studies, diet therapy and pharmacotherapeutics. Simulated and actual case scenarios of persons across the lifespan who are experiencing single or multi-system disease processes are discussed. Diagnostic studies specific to disease processes are examined. Pharmacologic agents and nutrition therapy appropriate for maintenance and promotion of health are studied. Nursing care appropriate to the disease processes are discussed.
This course presents selected communication theories and facilitates the exploration of topics such as self-concepts, conflict, group process and group culture. Application of theory is accomplished as students examine interpersonal relationships and communication principles as essential components for effective professional practice. Students analyze both a formal group and their own communication styles.
This course facilitates the examination of personal cultural values, beliefs and biases. Knowledge is gained about values, beliefs and practices which influence the health practices of various cultural and ethnic peoples and groups. Modalities for assessment and intervention for attainment of high level wellness which are acceptable by ethnic and cultural groups are studied. This is an opportunity for the student to observe and utilize the nursing process, based on the Neuman Systems Model, in a culture outside the United States, or sub-cultures within the United States in accord with personal interest and professional goals.
The NRN 420 course assists students as the research proposal (Part I and II) is completed and approval is received to conduct the project. Research skills are reviewed including research writing, instrument selection and research poster presentations. Research topics are studied including critical thinking and ethical decision making as well as the utilization of research in the practice of nursing.
A data analysis report is completed for the NRN 421 course. It consists of the proposed management of data which will be collected for the research project.
Research findings are communicated in the NRN 422 course. This is accomplished as student groups submit their research report, an abstract and a research poster, and a presentation.
This course applies the nursing process, based on the Neuman Systems Model, to persons, families, groups and communities with a focus on primary, secondary and tertiary levels of prevention. Selected theories pertaining to families and community are applied in homes, schools, public health and other community settings.
This course focuses on the application of the nursing process, based on the Neuman Systems Model, to clients experiencing acute and complex systems alterations. Assistance is provided as comprehensive nursing care is further developed through the application of collaboration and management skills. Clinical practice occurs in selected acute care facilities.
Addresses leadership and management within the health care system. A theoretical-conceptual approach is used and applied to the practice setting. The total quality management is discussed and related to the Neuman Systems Model. Evaluations of actual and hypothetical management and leadership situations are completed. Self-evaluations are completed relating to nurse manager roles and the continuation of professional nurse career plans.
A capstone course that assists students in the integration of previous liberal arts, science and nursing education in order to formulate and implement a personal philosophy of nursing. This course emphasizes a professional commitment in the areas of accountability in personal practice, ensuring the quality of health care practices and the promotion of nursing as a profession. Nursing professionals facilitate the exploration of current issues and trends in nursing.
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