EXISTING SYLLABUS

COLLEGE OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICESSCHOOL OF NURSING

Course Number: NUR 208

Course Title: Health-Illness Transitions in Chronic Illness

Semester: Fall & Spring

Credit Hours: 8 Hours: 4 hours weekly in classroom/theory (4 credits) 12 hours weekly in clinical (4 credits)

Course Leader:

Pamela Stetina, RN, PhDNursing Building, Room 109Office Phone: 928-523-7209 Pager: 928-913-7743Pamela.Stetina@nau.eduOffice hours: TBA and by appointment.

Faculty Team (Flagstaff):Donna Sutton, RN, MSNNursing Building, Room 207Office Phone: 928-523-9317Pager: 928-913-6881 (preferred)Donna.Sutton@nau.edu

Dawn Rivas, RN, BSNMobile Phone: 928-699-5358Dawn.Kurtz@nau.edu

LaboratoryMichelle Musich, RN, MSNNursing Building, Room 207Office Phone: 928-523-5874Michelle.Musich@nau.edu

Simulation SpecialistBobby EcclestonNursing Building, Room 121Office Phone: 928-523-2608Bobby.Eccleston@nau.edu

Prerequisites: NUR 205, NUR 214, BIO 320, NUR 215

Corequisites: NUR 390W

Course DescriptionFocuses on beginning nursing care to promote healthy transitions for individuals exhibiting manifestations of chronic illness in well-defined practice setting. Emphasis is on basic time management concepts and continued development of critical thinking, clinical judgment, and skills.

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Course Learning OutcomesAt the completion of NUR 208, the successful student will be prepared to:Didactic Portion Clinical Practice and Prevention Examines nursing situations using standards of care, critical thinking, clinical reasoning, and

evidence-based practice. Applies a range of knowledge to promote health and well-being and prevent complications in

adults experiencing illness and disease. Applies the nursing process to patient learning needs. Communication Demonstrates professional, empathetic and therapeutic communication skills in all learning

situations. Critical Reasoning Applies the nursing process as a basis for clinical decision-making. Constructs and implements safe, effective, patient-centered nursing care using nursing

knowledge, information technologies and research evidence.Leadership Explores principles of collaboration and advocacy to safely provide and manage patient care.Professionalism and Professional Values Emulates professional behavior in all learning situations. Examines ethical and legal principles and professional standards that are foundations to

nursing practice. Explores caring’s essential elements as they are expressed in holistic patient-centered care.Global Health Discusses the impact of health equity and social justice on nursing and health care in a

variety of settings.

Clinical PortionClinical Practice and Prevention

Applies sound nursing judgment to nursing situations using standards of care, critical thinking, clinical reasoning, and evidence-based practice.

Applies a range of knowledge to promote health and well-being and prevent complications in adults experiencing illness and disease.

Applies the nursing process to patient learning needs. Communication

Demonstrates professional, empathetic and therapeutic communication skills in all learning situations.

Critical Reasoning Applies the nursing process as a basis for clinical decision-making in classroom activities

and in clinical experiences. Constructs and implements safe, effective, patient-centered nursing care using nursing

knowledge, information technologies and research evidence.Leadership

Applies principles of collaboration and advocacy to safely provide and manage patient care.

Professionalism and Professional Values Emulates professional behavior in all clinical settings. Applies ethical and legal principles and professional standards to nursing practice.

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Applies caring’s affective characteristics into holistic patient-centered care and with other healthcare professionals.

Global Health Plans culturally appropriate care and/or teaching in selected situations.

Course Structure/Approach This course is learner centered. The Arizona Board of Regents (ABOR) is committed to providing quality education and programs at Arizona's public universities. This commitment includes placing the student and the learning process at the center of education. The NAU - ABOR link for the definition of Learner Centered Education is as follows:  http://www.azregents.edu/specialprogramsandinitiatives/default.aspx

NUR 208 will utilize a variety of approaches to meet the course objectives. These instructional methods may include, but are not limited to the following: lecture, audio-visual material, guided discussion, group work, demonstration and return demonstration, clinical experiences, clinical conferences, role playing, simulations, self-evaluation, computer programs, decision making exercises, written tests and quizzes, and written assignments. While the faculty will provide guidance and consultation, the student is responsible for identification of learning needs, self-direction, seeking consultation and demonstration of course and clinical objectives. The clinical experience in this course will be completed at hospitals in Arizona. You may be required to travel and spend at least one night a week in distant areas in Arizona.

Required TextbooksALL TEXTBOOKS FROM PREVIOUS NURSING COURSESKee, J. L. (2010). Laboratory and diagnostic tests with nursing implications (8th ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall.

Lewis, S.L., Dirksen, S.R., Heitkemper, M.M., Bucher, L., & Camera, I.M. (2011). Medical-surgical nursing: Assessment and management of clinical problems (8th ed.). St Louis: Elsevier: Mosby

Maltas, J.L. (2011) Study guide for Lewis, S.L., Dirksen, S.R., Heitkemper, M.M., Bucher, L., & Camera, I.M. (2011). Medical-surgical nursing: Assessment and management of clinical problems (8th ed.). St Louis: Elsevier: Mosby

Smith, S.F., Duell, D.J., & Martin, B.C. (2012). Clinical nursing skills: Basic to advanced skills (8th ed.). Upper Saddle River, New Jersey: Pearson Prentice Hall.

Wilson, B.A., Shannon, M.T. & Shields, K.M. (2013). Pearson nurse’s drug guide 2013 (2nd ed.). Upper Saddle River, New Jersey: Pearson Prentice Hall.

***YOU MAY USE ANY NURSING DRUG OR LABORATORY/DIAGNOSTIC RESULTS BOOK AS LONG AS IT IS NOT OVER TWO YEARS OLD.

Recommended TextbooksAmerican Psychological Association. (2010). Publication manual of the American Psychological

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Association. (6th ed.). Washington, DC: American Psychological Association.

Silvestri, L.A. (2010). Saunders comprehensive review for NCLEX-RN examination (5th ed.).  Philadelphia, PA: W. B. Saunders.

Westgard, E. (2011). Clinical coach for fluid & electrolyte balance. Philadelphia: FA Davis.

Wilson, B.A., Shannon, M.T. & Stang, C.L. (2011). Pearson intravenous drug guide 2011-2012 (2nd ed.). Upper Saddle River, New Jersey: Pearson Prentice Hall.

Online Requirements Evolve Online Case Studies: https://evolve.elsevier.com/ Kaplan Resources: https://kaplanlwwtesting.kaplan.com/s_login.aspx Blackboard Learn assignments and readings: http://bblearn.nau.edu

NUR 208 COURSE OUTLINE – Fall 2012Week Date Topic Preparatio

nLearning Activities*

1 8/29 Introduction to CourseIntroduction to Blackboard

LearnIntroduction to Medical-Surgical

NursingCare of the Older Adult

Chronic Illness-RehabilitationDisabilities Experience

Culture

LectureOn-Line

Read Course Content on BBLearn

Read Ch. 1, 2, 5Read Disabilities Experience

moduleComplete optional

Disabilities Experience Assessment

8/29 Care of the Patient with Pain Lecture Read Course Content on BBLearn

Read Ch. 10, 12Complete Pain pre quiz

2 9/5 Management of the Perioperative Patient

Lecture Read Course Content on BBLearn

Read Ch. 18, 19, 20; pp 705-710

Read the blood module in BBLearn

9/5 Test Taking Lecture See Course Content on BBLearn

9/5 Syllabus Acknowledgement Due

Assignments

3 9/12 Management of Patients with Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid-

Base Imbalances

Lecture Read Course Content on BBLearn

Read Ch. 179/12 Perioperative Case Study Due

(in Fundamentals Section)On-Line Evolve Case Study

Submit score to Assignments

4 9/19 Exam # 1 Weeks 1-3; Lab Proctored

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9/19 Problems of Male Reproduction Lecture Read Course Content on BBLearn

Read Ch. 51, 555 9/26 Problems of Regulation and

Metabolism: Management of Patients with Diabetes Mellitus

Lecture Read Course Content on BBLearn

Read Ch. 48 ,499/26 Optional Disabilities

Experience (Pre & Post Assessment) Due

On-Line Assignments

6 10/3 Problems of Renal and Urinary Function

Lecture Read Course Content on BBLearn

Read Ch. 45, 46. 4710/3 Diabetes Type 1 Case Study

Due (in Medical-Surgical Section)

On-Line Evolve Case StudySubmit score to

Assignments7 10/10 Problems of Renal and Urinary

FunctionLecture Read Course Content on

BBLearnRead Ch. 45, 46. 47

10/10 Chronic Kidney Disease Case Study Due (in Medical-

Surgical Section)

On-Line Evolve Case StudySubmit score to

Assignments10/10 Patient Education Brochure

Groups & Topics dueOn-Line Submit to Assignments

8 10/17 Exam # 2 Weeks 4-7; Lab Proctored10/17 Problems of Mobility:

Management of Patients with Problems of the

Musculoskeletal System

Lecture Read Course Content on BBLearn

Read Ch. 62, 63, 64, 65

9 10/24 Problems of Mobility: Management of Patients with

Problems of the Musculoskeletal System

Lecture Read Course Content on BBLearn

Read Ch. 62, 63, 64, 65

10 10/31 Problems of Regulation and Metabolism: Management of

Patients with Endocrine Problems

Lecture Read Course Content on BBLearn

Read Ch. 48, 50

10/31 Osteoporosis Case Study Due (in Medical-Surgical Section)

On-Line Evolve Case StudySubmit score to

Assignments11 11/7 Problems of Protection:

Management of Patients with Burns

Lecture Read Course Content on BBLearn

Read Ch. 2511/7 Problems of Protection:

Management of Patients with Integumentary Problems

On-Line Read Course Content on BBLearn

Read Ch. 13, 23, 2411/7 Problems of Protection:

Management of Patents with Immunity and Infection

Lecture Read Course Content on BBLearn

Read Ch. 14, 15, pp. 553-

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Problems 557, pp 1664-167411/7 Thyroid Disorders Case Study

Due (in Medical-Surgical Section)

On-Line Evolve Case StudySubmit score to

Assignments12 11/14 Exam # 3 Weeks 8-11

(excluding Immunity and Infection)

Proctored

11/14 Problems of Protection: Management of Patents with

Immunity and Infection Problems

Lecture Read Course Content on BBLearn

Read Ch. 14, 15, pp. 553-557, pp 1664-1674

13 11/21 Problems of Protection: Management of Patents with

Immunity and Infection Problems

Lecture Read Course Content on BBLearn

Read Ch. 14, 15, pp. 553-557, pp 1664-1674

11/21 Problems of Protection: Management of Patients with

Cancer

Lecture See Course Content on BBLearn

Read Ch. 11, 16, 51, 5211.21 Human Immunodeficiency

Virus (HIV) and Tuberculosis (Tb) Case Study Due (in

Medical-Surgical Section)

Evolve Case StudySubmit score to

Assignments

11/21 Patient Education Brochure Due

Assignments

14 11/28 Problems of Protection: Management of Patients with

Cancer

Lecture See Course Content on BBLearn

Read Ch. 11, 16, 51, 5215 12/5 Kaplan Comprehensive

Course Exam (Time to be Determined)

Testing Center

16 12/12 Final Exam-Comprehensive Proctored*Chapter readings are from Lewis, S.L., Dirksen, S.R., Heitkemper, M.M., Bucher, L., & Camera,

I.M. (2011). Medical-surgical nursing: Assessment and management of clinical problems (8th ed.). St Louis: Elsevier: Mosby 

Other assigned readings, including articles, websites, handouts, and PowerPoint slides, will be on the Blackboard Learn course shell.

A separate clinical schedule is available in the clinical course pack.

EVALUATION METHODSIn order to pass NUR 208, the student must achieve the following:1. An overall course grade of 78% or higher.2. A combined average of 78% on all exams, except the Kaplan exam; students who do not

achieve a 78% exam average will receive an F for the course.3. A score of three (3) or higher in all elements of the Clinical Evaluation used for the clinical

component of the course. 4. Completion of all required clinical requirements, including, but not limited to, clinical

hours, evidence based practice project, care plans, skills check offs, simulation experiences, math exam and additional assignments required by clinical faculty.

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ASSESSMENT OF STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMESEvaluation Tool PercentageFive of six* online Evolve Case Studies 10%Patient education brochure 10%Test 1 15%Test 2 15%Test 3 20%Comprehensive Final Exam 25%Kaplan Exam 5%Clinical evidence based practice project Pass/FailClinical Assignments Pass/FailMath Exam Pass/FailClinical Evaluation Tool Pass/FailClinical Portfolio Pass/FailTotal Percentage 100%

Grading ScaleA = 93 + pointsB = 84 - 92 pointsC = 78 - 83 points (A grade of "C" or above is a passing grade in this course).F = <78

Please Note: Both the clinical and lecture portions of the course must be passed in order to pass this course and progress to the next nursing course. Tests, projects and written assignments make up the course grade. The clinical portion of this course, NUR 208L, is PASS/FAIL. You must pass the NUR 208L (clinical) portion of NUR 208, as well as the lecture portion, in order to pass Nursing 208. Students who do not pass the clinical component of NUR 208 will receive an F, regardless of the points earned in the theory (lecture) portion of the course.

COURSE POLICIES:

Retests/Makeup tests

Exams will be given only on the date and time scheduled. Make-up examinations, except for the Kaplan, will be provided only in extraordinary circumstances. The Kaplan exam cannot be made-up. Students who are absent from an examination for any reason must call the course coordinator at least 24 hours prior to the examination. Students who do not call before an examination will receive a zero for that examination and will not be eligible to take a make-up examination except for extreme circumstances. Any make-up exam must be completed within two business days of the original exam date or at the discretion of the course coordinator; the final exam must be completed within two business days or by the last day of final exams, whichever comes first or students may receive a zero on the exam. Make up tests may be in any form (oral, written, essay) over the same objectives as the multiple choice exam. Assignments are due at 11:59 pm Arizona Time on the date they are due. Assignment due dates are printed on the course schedule. Late assignments will not be accepted unless prior arrangements have been made with the instructor.

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Northern Arizona University, School of Nursing and NUR 208 Course Policies

Policies and guidelines in both NUR 208 and 208L course syllabi apply to all aspects of this course. You are responsible for review and compliance with NUR 208, 208L, NAU School of Nursing, and NAU policies. You are also responsible for review and adherence to the professional standards and rules of the Arizona Nurse Practice Act and Board of Nursing, and the American Nurses’ Association Code of Ethics. All policies are described in the NAU School of Nursing BSN Handbook and the NAU Student Handbook. For full handbook descriptions, visit these websites:

Current NAU SON BSN Handbook: http://jan.ucc.nau.edu/~nurse-p/docs/BSN_Handbook.pdf

NAU Student Handbook: http://home.nau.edu/studentlife/handbook.asp Arizona Nurse Practice Act: http://www.azbn.gov/NursePracticeAct.aspx American Nurses Association Code of Ethics:

http://www.nursingworld.org/MainMenuCategories/EthicsStandards/CodeofEthicsforNurses.aspx

Social Media Guidelines: https://www.ncsbn.org/2930.htm

Attendance Policy Under NAU Policy, students are expected to attend every session of class in which they are enrolled. Attendance is considered to be essential to the learning process, as the faculty believes that active participation and engagement facilitate learning. As you will be responsible for the content in the lectures, it is to your advantage to attend classes. You are expected to attend ALL CLINICAL sessions (this includes hospital experiences, lab sessions, simulations, pre/post conferences and any required remediation). See the clinical syllabus for more information.

Withdrawal Policy If a student is unable to attend the course or must drop the course for any reason, it will be the responsibility of the student to withdraw from the course before the withdrawal deadline (see current NAU Schedule of Classes for deadline).UNIVERSITY POLICIESReview the following policies available on the Northern Arizona University Policy Statement website (http://www2.nau.edu/academicadmin/UCCPolicy/plcystmt.html):

1. Safe Environment Policy 2. Students with Disabilities Policy3. Institutional Review Board Policy4. Academic Integrity Policy (also see

http://home.nau.edu/images/userimages/awf/9476/ACADEMIC%20DISHONESTY.pdf 5. Academic Contact Hour Policy6. Sensitive Course Materials Policy

The Impaired Student policy will be strictly adhered to; there will be no tolerance in for any evidence of substance abuse.

Classroom Management Statement

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Membership in the academic community places a special obligation on all members to preserve an atmosphere conducive to the freedom to teach and to learn. Part of that obligation implies the responsibility of each member of the NAU community to maintain a positive learning environment in which the behavior of any individual does not disrupt the classes of teachers or learners.

Please see the NAU Student Handbook for more information:http://home.nau.edu/studentlife/handbook/appendix_f.asp

Confidentiality StatementStudents must maintain patient confidentiality at all times. No discussion regarding patients is acceptable outside the classroom or clinical setting. In clinical conferences and in the classroom references to actual patient experiences, do not refer to the patient by name.

You may not remove from the clinical setting ANY part of a medical record even if staff tell you “this is extra” and “you just have to cross out their name” (i.e. medication administration record back-up copies). Patient records are not to be photocopied under ANY circumstances. These forms contain other identifying information on them and therefore must stay in the facility to avoid violating patient confidentiality. Students must use caution regarding what is said in halls, elevators and bathrooms.

Failure to adhere to this policy may result in removal from the clinical experience, the course, and/or referral in accordance with the communication of concerns process in the NAU School of Nursing Student Handbook.

See the current NAU School of Nursing Student Handbook for additional information http://jan.ucc.nau.edu/~nurse-p/docs/BSN_Handbook.pdf

PROPOSED SYLLABUS:

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Northern Arizona UniversityCollege of Health and Human Services

School of NursingNUR 208

Adult Health & Illness I

Credits: 4 credits/ 60 clock hours Semester: Fall & Spring

Instructor: Pamela Stetina, RN, PhDNursing Building, Room 109Office Phone: 928-523-7209 Pager: 928-913-7743Pamela.Stetina@nau.eduOffice hours: TBA and by appointment.

Course Prerequisites: NUR 205, NUR 205L, NUR 214, NUR 214L, NUR 215; BIO 320

Co-requisites: NUR 208L & NUR 390W

Catalogue Description: This course focuses on nursing care of adults experiencing health-illness transitions.

Course Description: This course introduces nursing concepts necessary for beginning the care of adult clients with selected illness/disease conditions, and the use of the nursing process to promote health and healing. Students apply pathophysiology and pharmacology principles to focus assessment, plan and implement care, and evaluate outcomes. Utilization of research evidence and clinical practice guidelines are integrated with caring theory to plan and provide holistic care, promote health, and advocate for patients.

Course Learning OutcomesUpon completion of the course, the successful student:Clinical Practice and Prevention

Examines nursing situations using standards of care, critical thinking, clinical reasoning, and evidence-based practice.

Applies a range of knowledge to promote health and well-being and prevent complications in adults experiencing illness and disease.

Applies the nursing process to patient learning needs. Communication

Demonstrates professional, empathetic and therapeutic communication skills in all learning situations.

Critical Reasoning Applies the nursing process as a basis for clinical decision-making. Constructs and implements safe, effective, patient-centered nursing care using nursing

knowledge, information technologies and research evidence.

Leadership

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Explores principles of collaboration and advocacy to safely provide and manage patient care.

Professionalism and Professional Values Emulates professional behavior in all learning situations. Examines ethical and legal principles and professional standards that are foundations to

nursing practice. Explores caring’s essential elements as they are expressed in holistic patient-centered

care.Global Health

Discusses the impact of health equity and social justice on nursing and health care in a variety of settings.

Course Structure/Approach This course is learner centered. The Arizona Board of Regents (ABOR) is committed to providing quality education and programs at Arizona's public universities. This commitment includes placing the student and the learning process at the center of education. The NAU - ABOR link for the definition of Learner Centered Education is as follows:  http://www.azregents.edu/specialprogramsandinitiatives/default.aspx NUR 208 will utilize a variety of approaches to meet the course objectives. These instructional methods may include, but are not limited to the following: lecture, audio-visual material, guided discussion, group work, role playing, computer programs, decision making exercises, written tests and quizzes, and written assignments. While the faculty will provide guidance and consultation, the student is responsible for identification of learning needs, self-direction, seeking consultation and demonstration of course objectives. Required TextbooksALL TEXTBOOKS FROM PREVIOUS NURSING COURSESKee, J. L. (2010). Laboratory and diagnostic tests with nursing implications (8th ed.). UpperSaddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall.

Lewis, S.L., Dirksen, S.R., Heitkemper, M.M., Bucher, L., & Camera, I.M. (2011). Medical-surgical nursing: Assessment and management of clinical problems (8th ed.). St Louis: Elsevier: Mosby

Maltas, J.L. (2011) Study guide for Lewis, S.L., Dirksen, S.R., Heitkemper, M.M., Bucher, L., & Camera, I.M. (2011). Medical-surgical nursing: Assessment and management of clinicalproblems (8th ed.). St Louis: Elsevier: Mosby

Smith, S.F., Duell, D.J., & Martin, B.C. (2012). Clinical nursing skills: Basic to advanced skills (8th ed.). Upper Saddle River, New Jersey: Pearson Prentice Hall.

Wilson, B.A., Shannon, M.T. & Shields, K.M. (2013). Pearson nurse’s drug guide 2013 (2nd ed.). Upper Saddle River, New Jersey: Pearson Prentice Hall.

***YOU MAY USE ANY NURSING DRUG OR LABORATORY/DIAGNOSTIC RESULTS BOOK AS LONG AS IT IS NOT OVER TWO YEARS OLD.

Recommended TextbooksAmerican Psychological Association. (2010). Publication manual of the American Psychological

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Association. (6th ed.). Washington, DC: American Psychological Association.

Hale, A. & Hovey, M.J. (2013). Fluid and electrolyte notes: Nurse’s clinical pocket guide. Philadelphia: FA Davis.

Silvestri, L.A. (2010). Saunders comprehensive review for NCLEX-RN examination (5th ed.). Philadelphia, PA: W. B. Saunders.

Wilson, B.A., Shannon, M.T. & Stang, C.L. (2011). Pearson intravenous drug guide 2011-2012 (2nd ed.). Upper Saddle River, New Jersey: Pearson Prentice Hall.

Online Requirements Evolve Online Case Studies: https://evolve.elsevier.com/ Kaplan Resources: https://kaplanlwwtesting.kaplan.com/s_login.aspx Blackboard Learn assignments and readings: http://bblearn.nau.edu

Course outline:

Week Topic AssessmentsWeek 1 Introduction to course

Introduction to BBLearn/Elsevier-Mosby

Care of the older adult Chronic illness-rehabilitation

experience Cultural issues

Online Disabilities Experience and online assessment (not graded)

Week 2 Management of the perioperative patient

Syllabus Acknowledgment DUE

Week 3 Pain/pain management Perioperative case study DUE

Week 4 Care of the adult with fluid & electrolyte imbalance balance

Care of the adult with acid-base imbalance

Disabilities pre/post assessments DUE

Week 5 Care of the adult with problems regulating metabolism/endocrine problems

Management of adults with diabetes mellitus

Thyroid Case study DUE

Week 6 Management of patients with diabetes mellitus (cont).

Exam #1

Week 7 Care of adults with problems of urinary function and male reproduction

Diabetes case study DUE

Week 8 Problems of Protection: Care of adults with burns

BPH Case study DUE

Week 9 Problems of Protection: care of adults with integumentary problems Exam #2

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Week Topic AssessmentsWeek 10 Problems of Protection: care of

adults with immunity and infection problems

TB Case study DUE

Week 11 Problems of Protection: care of adults with immunity and infection problems

HIV Case study DUE

Week 12 Problems of Protection: Care of adults with cancer Exam #3

Week 13 Problems with Mobility: Care of adults with problems of the musculoskeletal system

Osteoporosis Case study DUE

Week 14 Problems with Mobility: Care of adults with problems of the musculoskeletal system

Week 15 No new content introduced Kaplan achievement examWeek 16 Final exam

Assessment of Student Learning: In order to pass NUR 208, the student must achieve the following:1. An overall course grade of 78% or higher.2. A combined average of 78% on all exams, except the Kaplan exam; students who do not

achieve a 78% exam average will receive an F for the course.

Various activities will be used to assess student learning and mastery of content across the semester. These include course examinations, in-class activities, case studies and the Kaplan specialty achievement exam. Weighting of these activities and calculation of grade is as follows:

Assessment Percentage of Grade

Assigned Case Studies 10%Exam 1 20%Exam 2 20%Exam 3 20%Kaplan Achievement exam (mastery score required to award points)

5%

Final Exam 25%Total 100%

Grading system: Grades will be calculated from the assessments above, and grades posted according to the standard School of Nursing grading scale:

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A = 93 + percent B = 84 - 92 percent C = 78 - 83 percent F = <78

Course policies:

Retests/makeup tests: Retests/makeup tests: Make up tests may be arranged for valid reasons such as illness or personal/family emergencies. ARRANGEMENTS TO TAKE A MAKE UP EXAM MUST BE MADE WITH THE FACULTY WITHIN ONE WEEK OF THE EXAM. Make up tests may be in any form (oral, written, essay) over the same objectives as the multiple choice exam. There are no re-tests. Kaplan achievement exam must be taken at assigned time; alternative arrangements for testing schedule cannot be made with vendor.

Northern Arizona University, School of Nursing and NUR 208 Course Policies

Policies and guidelines in NUR 208 course syllabi apply to all aspects of this course. You are responsible for review and compliance with NUR 208, NAU School of Nursing, and NAU policies. You are also responsible for review and adherence to the professional standards and rules of the Arizona Nurse Practice Act and Board of Nursing, and the American Nurses’ Association Code of Ethics. All policies are described in the NAU School of Nursing BSN Handbook and the NAU Student Handbook. For full handbook descriptions, visit these websites:

Current NAU SON BSN Handbook: http://jan.ucc.nau.edu/~nurse-p/docs/BSN_Handbook.pdf

NAU Student Handbook: http://home.nau.edu/studentlife/handbook.asp Arizona Nurse Practice Act: http://www.azbn.gov/NursePracticeAct.aspx American Nurses Association Code of Ethics:

http://www.nursingworld.org/MainMenuCategories/EthicsStandards/CodeofEthicsforNurses.aspx

Social Media Guidelines: https://www.ncsbn.org/2930.htm

Attendance Policy Under NAU Policy, students are expected to attend every session of class in which they are enrolled. Attendance is considered to be essential to the learning process, as the faculty believes that active participation and engagement facilitate learning. As you will be responsible for the content in the lectures, it is to your advantage to attend classes.

Withdrawal Policy If a student is unable to attend the course or must drop the course for any reason, it will be the responsibility of the student to withdraw from the course before the withdrawal deadline (see current NAU Schedule of Classes for deadline).

Plagiarism, Cheating, and Academic Dishonesty:

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Please refer to Appendix G of the NAU Student Handbook (http://home.nau.edu/images/userimages/awf/9476/ACADEMIC%20DISHONESTY.pdf) for definitions, policies, penalties, and procedures related to various forms of academic dishonesty.

UNIVERSITY POLICIESReview the following policies available on the Northern Arizona University Policy Statement website (http://www4.nau.edu/avpaa/UCCPolicy/plcystmt.html):

1. Safe Environment Policy 2. Students with Disabilities Policy3. Institutional Review Board Policy4. Academic Integrity Policy (also see

http://home.nau.edu/images/userimages/awf/9476/ACADEMIC%20DISHONESTY.pdf 5. Academic Contact Hour Policy6. Sensitive Course Materials Policy

The Impaired Student policy will be strictly adhered to; there will be no tolerance in for any evidence of substance abuse.

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