2013 - 2014 Student Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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Nursing |
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NUR 105 - Medication Simulation 1 Cr.
This course will provide the student with the opportunity to accurately calculate medication dosage utilizing the label factor method. Medications in simulated clinical situations will be incorporated giving the student experience with the label factor method in a practical setting.
Restricted to Nursing students. (Usually offered Fall semester.)
Pre-Requisites: Successful completion of all College Placement Tests.
Concurrent Requirement: Concurrent requirement that may have prior completion: NUR 111.
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NUR 111 - Nursing I 8 Cr.
Maslow’s Theory of Hierarchy of Needs and Erickson’s Developmental Theory are presented as a basis of understanding the conditions in which individuals develop as bio psycho social-cultural beings to the fullest degree. The Nursing Process, a problem solving approach, with a focus on assessment is utilized at a beginning level, to identify and meet needs necessary to maintain an optimal level of health. Psychomotor skills are developed, practiced, and evaluated through the use of the College and clinical laboratory. Scientific principles, Nursing Process, and psychomotor skills are correlated throughout the course with subsequent application in the clinical laboratory.
Restricted to Nursing students. (Usually offered Fall semester.)
Pre-Requisites: Successful completion of all College Placement Tests.
Concurrent Requirement: Concurrent requirement that may have prior completion: NUR 105, BIO 213E, BIO 213L, and PSY 110. Current certification required in Basic Cardiac Life Support, CPR for the Professional Rescuer. Satisfactory physical examination with designated immunizations.
Co-Requisites: NUR 111C, NUR 111L
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NUR 112 - Nursing II 8 Cr.
NUR 112, Nursing II, focuses on short term interruptions that affect individuals’ ability to meet their needs, as described by Maslow, throughout various developmental stages. The Nursing Process, with emphasis on planning and implementation, will be utilized in assisting the individual to achieve an optimal level of health. Concentration will be on the individual who is experiencing a short term interruption due to surgery or pregnancy. Psychomotor skills will be developed and assessed through the use of the College, Clinical Laboratory and Simulation Lab. Theoretical principles and nursing techniques will be correlated throughout the course with subsequent application and evaluation in the clinical laboratory. The Simulation Lab will be used to apply theoretical principles and nursing techniques. Student participation in a variety of acute and community health settings provides an overview of the health care delivery system.
Restricted to Nursing students. (Offered spring semester.)
Pre-Requisites: BIO 213E/L, NUR 111, NUR 105 and PSY 110.
Concurrent Requirement: Concurrent requirement that may have prior completion: PHA 250, BIO 214E/L and PSY 210. Current certification required in Basic Cardiac Life Support, CPR for the Professional Rescuer. Satisfactory physical examination with designated immunizations.
Co-Requisites: NUR 112C, NUR 112L
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NUR 113 - Practical Nursing III 6 Cr.
Practical Nursing III is a study of needs and related nursing care of individuals in various age groups experiencing interruptions in their ability to meet needs for oxygen, rest, activity, safety and security. Included is a component specific to the special needs of children. The nursing process and critical thinking skills are utilized to develop a framework of care. Experience in clinical, college and simulation laboratory provide an opportunity for the application of knowledge and psychomotor skills.
Restricted to Practical Nursing Credit Hour students. (Usually offered Summer Session 1.)
Pre-Requisites: NUR 112, BIO 214, PSY 210, and PHA 250.
Concurrent Requirement: Concurrent requirement that may have prior completion: Current Basic Life Support Certification, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, required. Satisfactory physical examination with designated immunizations.
Co-Requisites: NUR 113C, NUR 113L
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NUR 114 - Practical Nursing IV 6 Cr.
Practical Nursing IV is a continuation of Practical Nursing III. It is a study of needs and related nursing care of individuals experiencing interruptions in their ability to meet the need for nutrition, sexuality, elimination, and protective mechanisms. Included is a component specific to higher level needs. The nursing process and critical thinking skills are utilized to develop a framework of care. Experiences in clinical provide an opportunity for the application of knowledge and psychomotor skills.
Restricted to Practical Nursing Credit Hour students. (Usually offered in summer session 2.)
Pre-Requisites: NUR 113.
Concurrent Requirement: Concurrent requirement that may have prior completion: Current Basic Life Support Certification, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, required. Satisfactory physical examination with designated immunizations.
Co-Requisites: NUR 114C
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NUR 130 - Nursing Clinical Practicum 2 Cr.
An intensive one week elective that provides reality-oriented nursing practice based upon knowledge and skills accrued by nursing students during previous semesters. This elective course is intended to permit the nursing students the curricular freedom to identify their own unique and personal learning needs and provide experiences to meet these needs under the guidance of a clinical nursing instructor in an acute care hospital setting. This course offers the student the unique exposure to a full day’s shift of clinical experience for a week’s time; thereby allowing for continuity and intensity of clinical learning not provided in other nursing clinical laboratory courses.
Restricted to Nursing students. (Offered Summer session.)
Pre-Requisites: NUR 112
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NUR 132 - College Success: Nursing 1 Cr.
The student’s success in college is increased by assisting the student in obtaining the knowledge and skills necessary to reach his/her educational objectives. The following topics will be addressed as they relate to student success within the Nursing curriculum: Orientation to College and the Nursing Curriculum; Time Management; Study Skills; Library/Research Skills for the Nursing Major; Communication/Verbal and Non-Verbal in the Nursing Major; Careers in Nursing; and Stress Management.
Restricted to Nursing Students (Usually offered Fall semester.)
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NUR 213 - Nursing Perspectives 2 Cr.
The structure and nature of the nursing profession as it relates to today’s society is presented, including: historical perspectives, ethical and legal responsibilities, employment preparation, career opportunities, educational pathways and legislation affecting nursing practice. Additionally, patient advocacy, health care delivery patterns, nursing informatics, performance/quality improvement initiatives, concepts of management, research utilization, role transition and professional nursing organizations are also presented.
Restricted to Nursing students. (Usually offered Spring semester.)
Pre-Requisites: NUR 211
Co-Requisites: NUR 212
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NUR 231 - Nursing Clinical Practicum 2 Cr.
An intensive one week elective that provides reality-oriented nursing practice based upon knowledge and skills accrued by nursing students during previous semesters. This elective course is intended to permit the nursing students the curricular freedom to identify their own unique and personal learning needs and provide experiences to meet these needs under the guidance of a clinical nursing instructor in an acute care hospital setting. This course offers the student the unique exposure to a full day’s shift of clinical experience for a week’s time; thereby allowing for continuity and intensity of clinical learning not provided in other nursing clinical laboratory courses.
Restricted to Nursing students. (Offered interim session, in January.)
Pre-Requisites: NUR 211
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NUR 232 - Intra-Operative Nursing Practicum 2 Cr.
An intensive one week elective that provides reality-oriented nursing practice in the intra-operative phase of peri-operative nursing based upon knowledge and skills accrued by nursing students during previous semesters. This elective course is intended to familiarize the nursing students with the multiple roles of the RN in the operating room, provide experiences in the operating room utilizing acquired skills under the guidance of a clinical nursing instructor and preceptor in the intra-operative hospital setting. This course offers the student the unique exposure to a full day’s shift of clinical surgical experience for a week’s time; thereby allowing for continuity and intensity of clinical learning not provided in other nursing clinical laboratory courses.
Restricted to Nursing students who have successfully completed NUR 211. (Usually offered Interim session, in January.)
Pre-Requisites: NUR 211E, C, and L
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OFT 230 - Medical Coding, Billing and Insurance 4 Cr.
In this course the student will learn to enter data into the computer and perform computerized account management duties. Students will use a medical practice management software program to schedule patient appointments, create superbills, post patient charges and payments, produce patient ledgers, complete insurance claim forms, prepare daily deposit slips, age accounts receivable and compile a variety of reports. Students will be introduced to coding using ICD-9 and CPT-4 coding books.
Students will learn how to use numerical designations in place of the usual medical terminology to describe diseases of a patient and medical services and procedures provided by the physician. Usually offered Spring semester
Pre-Requisites: OFT 121 or CIS 100,
BIO 213 or BIO 117
or permission of instructor
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Pharmacy |
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Philosophy |
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Phlebotomy |
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Physical Science |
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Physical Therapist Assistant |
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PTA 116 - Introduction to the PT Profession 2 Cr.
This course provides the student with an orientation to the NCCC’s PTA program’s academic and clinical policies, and an introduction to the field of physical therapy. Topics include a historical perspective of the field of physical therapy, state practice acts, medical-professional ethics and conduct, the role of the PTA as part of the health care team, and an orientation to the psychological and social needs of patients and their families. Techniques for effective interaction and intervention between the physical therapist assistant and the patient will be emphasized. Students will be instructed in HIPAA and the rights, dignity, and individuality of the patients they encounter. The role and significance of the American Physical Therapy Association, the ADA, and the Guide to Physical Therapy Practice will be examined. This is a 10 week modular course which takes place during the first 10 weeks of the semester.
Restricted to PTA students. (Usually offered Fall semester.)
Concurrent Requirement: Pre-Requisites that may be met concurrently: PTA 110, PTA 111L, PTA 112L, BIO 213, and BIO 213L
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PTA 130 - Clinical Orthopedics 4 Cr.
This lecture course presents the normal anatomy and kinesiology of each of the peripheral joints and the spine. With this foundation, pathophysiological and pathokinesiological factors which may result in musculo-skeletal dysfunction are examined. The course organization parallels that of PTA 131L, in that, study of the specific regions of the body for both courses will be sequenced as follows: spine, hip, knee, foot, ankle, shoulder, elbow, wrist, and hand.
Restricted to PTA students. (Usually offered Spring semester.)
Concurrent Requirement: Pre-requisites that may be met concurrently: PTA 110, PTA 111L, PTA 112L, PTA 116, PTA 131L, BIO 214, and BIO 214L
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PTA 131L - Clinical Orthopedics Lab 2 Cr.
This laboratory course requires the physical therapist assistant student to apply the knowledge gained in PTA 112 and PTA130 to specific regions of the body. Students will gain experience by role-playing the part of the physical therapist assistant and also acting as surrogate patients. Students will engage in extensive laboratory practice in palpation, goniometry, flexibility testing, manual muscle testing, therapeutic exercise, stretching, sensation testing, deep tendon reflex testing, and limb length and girth measurement. An overview of selected orthopedic special tests commonly utilized in physical therapy is covered, and students are exposed to concepts of joint mobilization. The course organization parallels that of PTA130 in that study of the specific regions of the body for both courses will be sequenced as follows: spine, hip, knee, foot, ankle, shoulder, elbow, wrist, and hand. Rehabilitation for common orthopedic conditions, and observation and correction of postural and gait deviations utilizing stretching and strengthening techniques will be covered. Documentation for the PTA will be studied with emphasis on documenting the data collected and therapeutic interventions provided in an orthopedic setting.
Restricted to PTA students. (Usually offered Spring semester.)
Concurrent Requirement: Pre-requisites that may be met concurrently: PTA 110, PTA 111L, PTA 112L, PTA 116, PTA 131L, BIO 214, and BIO 214L
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PTA 210 - Physical Agents 2 Cr.
Examines the theory and principles of physical therapy modalities. As a precursor to the application of physical agent modalities, massage and electrotherapy in the laboratory and clinic, this course covers important aspects of normal and abnormal physiology. Thermoregulation, skin functions and responses, sensory system functions, pain and pain modulation, and circulatory responses are covered. Methods of classifying health and wellness consistent with the APTA’s Guide to Physical Therapy Practice are also covered. This is a 10 week modular course offered the first 10 weeks of the semester.
Restricted to PTA students. (Usually offered Fall semester.)
Concurrent Requirement: Pre-requisites that may be met concurrently: PTA 150, PTA 211L, PTA 220, PTA 221L, PTA 226, and BIO 215
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PTA 211L - Physical Agents Laboratory 2 Cr.
In this course, the indications, precautions, contraindications, methods of application and effects of physical therapy modalities are covered. Physical therapist assistant students are provided the opportunity to practice application of therapeutic heat and cold, mechanical traction, external compression, ultrasound and phonophoresis, massage, hydrotherapy, ultraviolet light, electromyographic biofeedback, and the various forms of electric current therapy. Students will experience the modalities as surrogate patients as well. Case studies, and attempts to otherwise simulate the clinical environment are emphasized throughout, as are written documentation of pertinent aspects of these physical therapy interventions and other necessary forms of communication with the patient, physical therapist, and other members of the multi-interdisciplinary team. This is a 10 week modular course offered the last 10 weeks of the semester.
Restricted to PTA students only. (Usually offered Spring semester.)
Concurrent Requirement: Pre-requisites that may be met concurrently: PTA 150, PTA 210, PTA 220, PTA 221L, PTA 226, and BIO 215
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