May 09, 2024

2017-18 Catalog

2017-18 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Neurodiagnostic Technology
	NDT 352 - Polysomnography Studies 5 CR This course covers polysomnography from initial patient contact through the study and follow-up. Students will be exposed to proper polysomnography instrumentation and recording techniques, technical specifications, and scoring methods. Students will learn to perform all of the discrete tests administered during an overnight sleep study. Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor. Course Outcomes evaluate the integrity of the PSG recording equipment design an appropriate method of electrode and sensor application examine standard protocol for the end of the procedure score the polysomnogram in accordance with The AASM Manual for the Scoring of Sleep and Associated Events: Rules, Terminology, and Technical Specifications explain a positive airway pressure/oxygen titration explain the MSLT/MWT compare and contrast principles and concepts for sleep studies Find out when this course is offered
	NDT 353 - Evoked Potential Studies 5 CR Students will learn to test the integrity of the central nervous system through administering a series of sensory stimulus exams. Students will be exposed to methods for assessing the visual, auditory, and somatosensory pathways. Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor. Course Outcomes Provide a safe recording environment Establish rapport with the patient and patient’s family Demonstrate the correct method of electrode application Evaluate the integrity of the Evoked Potential Establish and eliminate or reduce artifacts contaminating the waveforms Explain neurological concepts of performing EP Compare and contrast principles and concepts of Evoked Potential instrumentation Find out when this course is offered
	NDT 450 - Intraoperative Monitoring 5 CR Intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring or intraoperative neuromonitoring is the use of electrophysiological methods such as electroencephalography, electromyography, and evoked potentials to monitor the functional integrity of certain neural structures during surgery. Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor. Course Outcomes assess electrical and general safety precautions in connecting the patient to equipment support protocol for pre-operating room patient care formulate report and documents during the procedure establish standard protocol for the end of the procedure establish a technically satisfactory intraoperative monitoring procedure establish a technically satisfactory intraoperative evoked potential monitoring evaluate specialized training in the localization of “sensorimotor” cortex Find out when this course is offered
	NDT 451 - Long Term Epilepsy Monitoring 5 CR Students will learn to conduct a long-term epilepsy monitoring study, beginning with appropriate electrode placement for specific patient needs. Instrumentation for long-term monitoring, preparation of data sheets for seizure tracking, and assessment of results will be covered. Patient safety will be emphasized. Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor. Course Outcomes perform technically accurate and complete LTM generate clinically relevant questions for a range of patients assess LTM recording options establish details of LTM instrumentation compare various types of electrodes verify process to check the integrity of LTM equipment prepare data sheets Find out when this course is offered
	NDT 452 - Quantitative and Continuous EEG 5 CR Quantitative Electroencephalography (QEEG) is the field concerned with the numerical analysis of electroencephalography data and associated behavioral correlates. Continuous EEG (CEEG) monitoring allows uninterrupted assessment of cerebral cortical activity with good spatial resolution and excellent temporal resolution. This procedure provides a means of constantly assessing brain function in critically ill obtunded and comatose patients. Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor. Course Outcomes evaluate the integrity of the EEG recording equipment explain and demonstrate the correct method of electrode application evaluate the integrity of the procedure create a standard QEEG/CEEG record establish and eliminate or reduce artifacts contaminating the waveforms explain and elaborate upon neurological concepts of QEEG/CEEG compare and contrast principles and concepts of QEEG/CEEG instrumentation Find out when this course is offered
	NDT 453 - Functional MRI and Magnetic Encephalography 5 CR In this advanced course, students will explore the various applications for performing fMRI and/or MEG; include perceptual and cognitive brain processes, localizing regions affected by pathology before surgical removal, determining the function of various parts of the brain, and neurofeedback. Students will learn to differentiate between the physiologic information from the EEG and the anatomical information in the MRI. Instrumentation and patient safety will be emphasized. Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor. Course Outcomes establish integrity of the recording equipment explain and demonstrate the correct method of electrode application evaluate the integrity of the procedure establish standard fMRI/MEG record establish and eliminate or reduce artifacts contaminating the study results elaborate on various neurological concepts of performing fMRI/MEG compare and contrast principles and concepts of fMRI/MEG instrumentation Find out when this course is offered
	NDT 454 - Pediatric EEG Monitoring 5 CR In this advanced course, students will learn the theory and practice of pediatric EEG monitoring. They will learn to assess signs and symptoms for pediatric diseases and disorders; students will also develop sk<$! >ills for recognizing childhood seizure manifestations and classification and other abnormal childhood EEG patterns. The course will cover current medications and their effect on EEG activity. Other therapeutic modalities; mechanical, pharmacological, and surgical will be explored. Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor. Course Outcomes assess the integrity of the EEG recording equipment justify an appropriate method of electrode and sensor application for children evaluate an accurate patient recording for children assess standard protocol for the end of the procedure for children critique the appropriate method of electrode and sensor application for neonates evaluate an accurate patient recording for neonates assess standard protocol for the end of the procedure for neonates critique principles and concepts for pediatric and neonatal studies examine basic indications for pediatric and neonatal EEG studies Find out when this course is offered
Nuclear Medicine Technology
	NMTEC 190 - Introduction to Nuclear Medicine Technology 2 CR This course introduces the student to the Bellevue College Nuclear Medicine Technology program. It includes three days of clinical orientation in a nuclear medicine department. We’ll create a shared understanding of the basics of nuclear medicine practice, examine active learning techniques, and develop cohesiveness as a group. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance to the NMTEC program or permission of instructor. Find out when this course is offered
	NMTEC 200 - Applied Anatomy & Physiology 1 CR Studies human anatomy and physiology as they apply to nuclear medicine imaging. Specific organ systems covered include skeletal, circulatory, cardiac, pulmonary, gastrointestinal, immune, excretory, endocrine, and central nervous systems. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into program. Course Outcomes Discuss basic concepts of anatomy, physiology, pathology, diagnostic processes, and physiologic imaging as they pertain to nuclear medicine Describe and discuss aspects of anatomy and physiology of specific interest to the practice of nuclear medicine, related to the following organ systems: cardiovascular, respiratory, skeletal, gastrointestinal, liver and spleen Utilize and spell correct medical terms as they apply to the anatomy, physiology, and pathology of the organ systems discussed in Outcome #2 above and terms that are specific to nuclear medicine practice, including (for example) pharmacologic agents used in imaging procedures Delineate aspects of physiology demonstrated by specific nuclear medicine radiopharmaceuticals Identify indications and protocols for identified nuclear medicine exams Discuss results of specific nuclear medicine exams and their implications in terms of the physiologic and/or pathologic processes Develop patient explanations for nuclear medicine exams Find out when this course is offered
	NMTEC 201 - Basic Nuclear Medicine Science 3 CR Presents basic science required for nuclear medicine. Topics include types of radiation, half-life and radioactive decay, interactions of radiation, detection instruments, statistics of radiation counting, basic radiation protection, and introduction to imaging process. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into program. Course Outcomes Employ concepts of energy, electromagnetic radiation, and atomic orbital structure in basic nuclear physics. Describe modes of radioactive decay and solve problems using the decay equation. Discuss interaction mechanisms of charged particles and photons. Use the inverse-square law, the attenuation equation, and other formulas to calculate the amount of radiation expected in a variety of situations. Describe in detail the operation of gas-filled and scintillation detectors, and list and discuss their uses and the applicable quality control testing. Identify factors affecting detection of radiation, given a variety of scenarios. Describe the application of statistics, particularly the Poisson statistical model, to radioactive decay and detection, and apply statistical tests to describe the operation of radiation detection instruments. Delineate and briefly describe the processes by which radionuclides are produced for medical use. Outline the operation of a gamma camera and briefly discuss the use of computers and tomographic imaging. Find out when this course is offered
	NMTEC 202 - Instrumentation 2 CR Examines the function and use of the nuclear medicine gamma camera. Topics include basic electronics, collimators, digital cameras, on-line correction systems, and modifications required for tomographic studies. Students learn quality control and troubleshooting. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into program. Course Outcomes Provide examples and discuss the importance of quality assurance and quality control in the practice of nuclear medicine. Succinctly describe the operation of a dose calibrator, a Geiger counter, and a scintillation detector. Describe in detail the operation of a gamma camera and the factors which affect its performance. Discuss the design of a gamma camera collimator and the effect of changing various design factors. Outline acquisition, reconstruction, and display processes for single-photon emission computed tomography (SPECT), including explanations of both filtered backprojection and iterative reconstruction. Briefly describe the basic operation of a computed tomography (CT) system. Outline quality control procedures for small instruments, planar gamma cameras, and SPECT systems. Find out when this course is offered
	NMTEC 203 - Computers in Nuclear Medicine 3 CR Introduces the use of computers in nuclear medicine, emphasizing analysis of static, dynamic, and tomographic images. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into program. Course Outcomes Discuss in general terms the operation of a single computer and a computer network, and discuss advantages of digital systems for nuclear medicine imaging. Describe the parameters and mechanics of image acquisition into a nuclear medicine computer, and analyze imaging scenarios to suggest an appropriate image matrix. Discuss conventions and pitfalls related to display of nuclear medicine images. Discuss and apply processing techniques for static, dynamic, gated, and tomographic images, including count profiles, regions of interest, time-activity curves, mathematical manipulations, and filtering. Explain processing and analyze results for specific nuclear medicine studies, including renal imaging, gated blood pool imaging, cardiac shunts, and myocardial perfusion imaging. Utilize nuclear medicine computers in a laboratory situation to apply computer processing techniques to patient studies. Find out when this course is offered
	NMTEC 210 - Radiopharmacy 1 CR Studies all commonly used nuclear medicine pharmaceuticals, their preparation, indications for use, dosages, and contraindications. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into program. Course Outcomes State the ideal properties of radiopharmaceuticals. Explain the ways in which Technetium can bind with other materials, and the implications this has for radiopharmaceutical labeling. Calculate pediatric dosages for various radiopharmaceuticals. Use decay charts and decay factors to pre- and post-calibrate a radiopharmaceutical dosage. Explain the mechanism of uptake, biodistribution, indications, and contraindications for all radiopharmaceuticals used in nuclear medicine. List any important considerations in the preparation of radiopharmaceuticals used in nuclear medicine. State how erythrocytes and leukocytes can be labeled with radioactive materials. Calculate the purity of a radiopharmaceutical preparation, given the solvent system and the counts per minute at the origin and solvent front. List the regulations that pertain to radiopharmacy and misadministration of radiopharmaceuticals. Explain how a Mo-99/Tc-99m generator works and the quality control measures required for each elution. Find out when this course is offered
	NMTEC 211 - Patient Care in Nuclear Medicine 1 CR Presents nursing procedures relating to nuclear medicine. Topics include patient assessment, oxygen administration, infection control, intravenous drug administration, vasovagal and anaphylactic reactions, basic pharmacology, sedation, medical and legal issues, and electrocardiography. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the program. Course Outcomes Discuss medical insurance in the United States, administrative structures commonly found in hospitals, and the impact of each on nuclear medicine practice. Demonstrate understanding of basic human disease processes and outline information about symptoms, diagnostic processes, care requirements, and treatment of diseases. Assess patient conditions (physical, mental, and emotional) and identify and describe correct responses to a variety of emergency situations. Discuss care of patients and protection of oneself and others in regard to oxygen administration, infectious diseases, body mechanics, and intravenous procedures. Discuss the uses of statistical tests in assessing efficacy of diagnostic medical techniques, and define and calculate sensitivity, specificity, and accuracy of results. Outline the basic concepts of pharmacology, including drug names, time, course of drug action, possible negative effects a drug can have, and the use of reversal agents. Analyze nuclear medicine scenarios that present emotional challenges or ethical questions. Explain and demonstrate how an electrocardiogram is acquired. Discuss in detail the function of the cardiovascular system including sinus rhythm, and identify life-threatening arrhythmias. Describe the effect of exercise and various pharmacological stress agents on the heart and the role these interventions play in imaging. Find out when this course is offered
	NMTEC 212 - Positron Emission Tomography 2 CR Covers all aspects of positron emission tomography (PET), including basic principles, instrumentation, PET/CT imaging and quality control, quantitation of radiopharmaceutical uptake, clinical indications for PET imaging, biochemistry of fluorodeoxyglucose (FDG), clinical aspects of FDG imaging, new PET radiopharmaceuticals, and issues relating to reimbursement for PET scans. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into program. Course Outcomes Describe the basic principles of positron emission tomography (PET), including the concept of coincidence imaging, the need for different scintillation crystals, the composition of the tomograph, and time-of-flight imaging. Contrast PET imaging to general nuclear medicine imaging in regard to patient preparation, technologist actions, inclusion of CT imaging, and final tomographic slices. Discuss in detail the use of F-18 fluorodeoxyglucose (FDG) in oncologic imaging, including the biochemistry of its uptake, organs with normal uptake, patient preparation and FDG administration, and meaning of imaging results. Define and analyze factors affecting the standardized uptake value (SUV) for FDG imaging, and briefly discuss the application of the SUV to other radiopharmaceuticals. Characterize the use of and issues surrounding the operation of combined PET/CT imaging systems, and the advantages of co-registered imaging. Describe positron emission tomography (PET) imaging of the skeleton, brain, and heart. Discuss economic issues related to PET imaging, including reimbursement, demonstration of efficacy, and starting up a PET practice. Explain how PET imaging can be applied to basic physiologic research, new drug research, and gene therapy. Dissect, explain, and critically analyze an article on a PET clinical research study. Find out when this course is offered
	NMTEC 229 - Introduction to Clinical Education 3 CR Provides an introduction to the practice of nuclear medicine with an emphasis on the operation of a gamma camera, basic radiopharmacy and radiation safety principles, and patient care procedures. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the program. Course Outcomes Perform basic positioning operations on a gamma camera. Enter patient information into an acquisition station. Provide basic nursing care for out-patients, including escorting them to the camera room or restroom, having them empty their pockets, etc. Describe the department’s quality control routine as regards: Small instruments (dose calibrator, Geiger counter, thyroid probe). Gamma cameras. SPECT COR (if possible). List radiopharmaceuticals used in observed studies, including the name, type of study, biodistribution, and any precautions or contraindications noted. Describe the purpose and essential elements of a myocardial perfusion study, and discuss how coronary vasodilatation is accomplished via exercise or by pharmacologic stress. Perform laboratory exercises for NMTEC 201. Find out when this course is offered
	NMTEC 230 - Clinical Education I 10 CR First in a five-course sequence of supervised clinical instruction in nuclear medicine technology. Topics include imaging, patient care, radiopharmacy, camera quality control, and computer analysis. Students are expected to gain proficiency according to defined objectives. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into program. Course Outcomes Operate a gamma camera, with emphasis on accuracy of data entry, safety of patients, and proper care of equipment. Perform a limited number of routine nuclear medicine procedures, including identifying the radiopharmaceutical; stating the indications, imaging protocol, and patient history required; and providing an effective explanation of the procedure to the patient. Demonstrate by both words and actions a basic understanding of the principles of radiation safety and infection control. Discuss routine patient care, including safe transfer, attention to physical needs, need for confidentiality, and appropriate attitudes.demonstrate appropriate attitudes and behaviors relative to co-workers, including teamwork, compliance with department rules, self-control, and acceptance of criticism. Demonstrate an ability to apply classroom information to clinical situations. Find out when this course is offered
	NMTEC 231 - Clinical Education II 10 CR Second in a five-course sequence of supervised clinical instruction in nuclear medicine technology. Topics include imaging, patient care, radiopharmacy, camera quality control, and computer analysis. Students are expected to gain proficiency according to defined objectives. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into program. Course Outcomes Perform all routine nuclear medicine procedures, including case presentation, assessment of images for visual and technical artifacts, and routine computer processing. Interact with patients, families, and hospital staff in a positive and courteous way, to obtain patient history, answer procedure questions, and address patient anxieties. Demonstrate accuracy in patient identification, verification of physician orders and correctness of exam, radiopharmaceutical choice, and dosage information. Administer radioactive materials to patients via both oral and intravenous routes, and insert and assess the function of indwelling intravenous catheters. Perform measurement of patient vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, respiration). Perform and analyze routine quality control procedures on nuclear medicine equipment and routine radiation safety surveys. Operate scheduling and radiopharmacy computers, and maintain other records as needed. Discuss the relationship between physiology, patient preparation, radiopharmaceutical localization, and the timing and results of nuclear medicine imaging. Find out when this course is offered
	NMTEC 232 - Clinical Education III 1 2 CR Third in a five-course sequence of supervised clinical instruction in nuclear medicine technology. Topics include imaging, patient care, radiopharmacy, camera quality control, and computer analysis. Students are expected to gain proficiency according to defined objectives. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into program. Course Outcomes Perform routine and non-routine nuclear medicine procedures, including protocol modifications for particular situations, analysis of complementary imaging studies, and assessment of computer processing techniques. Evaluate appropriateness and timing of requested nuclear medicine procedures. Discuss how to address emergency situations in the context of a nuclear medicine department. Demonstrate flexibility, multi-tasking, and prioritizing in clinical workday situations. Demonstrate accuracy in calculations, patient monitoring, and administrative/record-keeping tasks. Analyze the results of equipment quality control procedures and suggest steps to be taken when the results suggest non-optimal performance. Demonstrate an ability to manage a scan room, including adjusting the schedule to accommodate additional imaging procedures, staying on schedule, and assisting other scan rooms. Discuss the pathophysiologic basis of conditions imaged with nuclear medicine techniques, and the appearance of images based on the pathophysiology. Find out when this course is offered
	NMTEC 233 - Clinical Education IV 1 3 CR Fourth in a five-course sequence of supervised clinical instruction in nuclear medicine technology. Topics include imaging, patient care, radiopharmacy, camera quality control, and computer analysis. Students are expected to gain proficiency according to defined objectives. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into program. Course Outcomes In a new clinical site, demonstrate ability to adapt to new procedures, protocols, and department rules. Discuss multiple ways in which nuclear medicine procedures are performed and the rationales for differing practice. Suggest a clinical diagnosis and further diagnostic testing for each study performed. Discuss factors that affect nuclear medicine procedures, including contraindications, interfering medications and medical procedures, altered physiology, and improperly prepared radiopharmaceuticals. Complete ten competencies at the new clinical site, excluding injection competencies already demonstrated. Find out when this course is offered
	NMTEC 234 - Clinical Education V 1 3 CR Fifth in a five-course sequence of supervised clinical instruction in nuclear medicine technology. Topics include radiopharmacy, positron emission tomography, nuclear cardiology, and pediatrics. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the program. Course Outcomes Elute a Mo-99/Tc-99m generator and perform quality control testing Prepare radiopharmaceuticals and perform quality control procedures on these preparations.Childrens Hospital Medical Center: Discuss the use of nuclear medicine procedures in children, including the radiopharmaceutical dosages used for children, the types of studies commonly done, and the indications and results of those studies. List ways in which children may be restrained or sedated and precautions that must be taken when sedation is performed. Harborview Medical Center elective: Describe the protocols and uses of brain scanning for determination of brain death and identification of cerebral ischemia (with and without pharmacologic stress). Bone Densitometry elective: Perform five bone densitometry procedures without assistance. Discuss the risk factors for osteoporosis, the types of results obtained with bone densitometry, and the physics behind the measurement of bone density. PET/CT elective: Describe the acquisition of a contrast-enhanced CT scan, including patient preparation, contrast administration, CT acquisition parameters and timing, and CT image processing and display. Discuss the potential for artifacts and conflicts when combining PET and CT. Find out when this course is offered
	NMTEC 240 - Radiation Safety 1 CR Covers principles and practices for radiation safety. Topics include calculation of doses absorbed from procedures, personnel monitoring, handling and disposal of radioactive materials, and licensing of a nuclear medicine department. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into program. Course Outcomes Delineate the regulatory responsibilities of the various federal, state, and local agencies involved in monitoring radiation and radioactive materials, particularly including radioactive materials licenses. Discuss the operation of personnel dosimeters, state limits and discuss concerns relating to occupational radiation exposure, and assess situations for overexposure. List and apply basic rules for working with radioactive materials and outline the cleaning of a radioactively contaminated area. Outline issues and calculations relating to transportation, receipt, and disposal of radioactive materials. Describe and apply the concepts and mathematics of radiopharmaceutical dosimetry and effective dose calculations. Discuss basic principles of radionuclide therapy and their application to a variety of medical conditions. Develop plans for dealing with, assess scenarios, and outline the role of the nuclear medicine technologist in a radiation emergency. Synthesize radiation biology, radiation protection, and radiation safety knowledge for use in communicating about radiation issues with patients, health care professionals, regulators, and the general public. Find out when this course is offered
	NMTEC 241 - Radiation Biology 1 CR Discusses the potentially harmful effects of radiation on humans. Topics include the basic chemistry of radiation interactions in living cells, the effects of extensive radiation exposure, and the potential long-term effects of accumulated radiation damage. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into program. Course Outcomes Define and correctly use the various units used to describe amounts of radiation. Discuss the effects of radiation on molecules and cells, and the consequences of these effects as seen in human tissues. Outline the physiological basis, symptoms, and causes of death of each of the three acute radiation syndromes, and of the situation of a severe localized radiation injury. Distinguish between deterministic and stochastic long-term effects of radiation, and describe specific effects in each category. Outline the radiation hormesis theory and discuss the implications for occupationally exposed persons and for our societal understanding of radiation. Delineate sources of radiation exposure among the general population and synthesize responses to questions about concerns regarding radiation. Analyze media characterizations of the effects of radiation and discriminate between statements consistent with the science of radiation biology and statements that exaggerate or otherwise misrepresent radiation’s effects. Find out when this course is offered
	NMTEC 250 - Sectional Anatomy for Nuclear Medicine 3 CR Presents sectional anatomy of the body, including a brief introduction to the following imaging modalities: CT, MRI, angiography, and ultrasound. Main emphasis is on identifying organs of the head, neck, chest, abdomen, and pelvis on CT and MR images. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the program or permission of program chair. Course Outcomes Briefly describe the physical principles and results obtained from radiography (x-ray), computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance (MR) and ultrasound imaging. Describe the locations of structures and organs of the brain, neck, thorax, abdomen, and pelvis. Identify organs on CT and MR images. Discuss a chosen pathologic condition and its appearance on nuclear medicine and other types of images. Find out when this course is offered
	NMTEC 260 - Clinical Nuclear Medicine I 1 CR Presents nuclear medicine from the technologist’s standpoint, emphasizing the technical aspects and pitfalls of nuclear medicine procedures. NMTEC 260 lectures are coordinated with NMTEC 200 . Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into program. Course Outcomes Discuss basic concepts of anatomy, physiology, pathology, diagnostic processes, and physiologic imaging as they pertain to nuclear medicine. Describe and discuss aspects of anatomy and physiology of specific interest to the practice of nuclear medicine, related to the following organ systems: a. Cardiovascular b. Respiratory c. Skeletal d. Gastrointestinal e. Liver and spleen f. Urinary g. Endocrine h. Central nervous Utilize and spell correct medical terms as they apply to the anatomy, physiology, and pathology of the organ systems discussed in Outcome #2 above and terms that are specific to nuclear medicine practice, including (for example) pharmacologic agents used in imaging procedures. Delineate aspects of physiology demonstrated by specific nuclear medicine radiopharmaceuticals. Identify indications and protocols for identified nuclear medicine exams. Discuss results of specific nuclear medicine exams and their implications in terms of the physiologic and/or pathologic processes. Develop patient explanations for nuclear medicine exams. Find out when this course is offered
	NMTEC 261 - Clinical Nuclear Medicine II 1 CR Presents nuclear medicine from the physician’s standpoint, emphasizing the diagnosis of disease and ways in which the technologist can assist the physician making a correct diagnosis. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into program. Course Outcomes Identify common indications, pathologies, clinical presentations, and supporting documentation for various nuclear medicine examinations. Compare radiopharmaceutical choices and suggest an appropriate choice for a given clinical scenario. Discuss the appearance of images and suggest possible associated diagnoses. Identify common pitfalls and artifacts for specific nuclear medicine studies and discuss how these can be avoided. Analyze images from the perspective of the nuclear medicine physician, and suggest ways to provide the nuclear medicine physician with necessary information. Briefly discuss next steps (diagnostic and/or therapeutic) based on particular scan results. Find out when this course is offered
	NMTEC 262 - Clinical Nuclear Medicine III 1 CR Discusses advanced topics related to imaging and non-imaging procedures. Topics include hematology and immunology, laboratory techniques in nuclear medicine, Schilling test, H. pylori breath testing, blood volume determination, bone densitometry, radioimmunotherapy, and advanced nuclear neurology. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into program. Course Outcomes Discuss types of research, ethical considerations in doing research, parts of a research paper, and critical analysis of published articles in the nuclear medicine literature. Describe the components of human blood, the workings of the immune system, and the structure and manufacture of antibodies. Briefly describe the techniques of radioimmunoassay. Describe the performance of non-imaging nuclear medicine techniques including Helicobactor pylori breath test, blood volume tests, and erythrocyte survival and sequestration. Explain the principles and performance of bone densitometry, factors affecting test results, and the meaning of the results. Discuss the application of nuclear medicine techniques to imaging of malignant breast tumors and neurotransmitter systems in the brain. Outline the use of radioimmunotherapy for lymphoma with I-131 tositumomab and Y-90 ibritumomab tiexetan. Analyze a recent research study in nuclear medicine; write and present a paper about the study and your analysis of it. Find out when this course is offered
	NMTEC 275 - Board Preparation 1 CR Prepares students for the NMTCB exam by reviewing all aspects of nuclear medicine technology and giving practice tests. Students focus on practical application of the basic science knowledge gained throughout the program. Students also complete a capstone project. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into program or permission of instructor. Course Outcomes Apply basic science concepts to nuclear medicine lab and clinical situations. Describe all of the techniques used in the field of nuclear medicine. Apply the radiation safety rules and guidelines applicable to the field of nuclear medicine. Apply his/her learning to all areas of nuclear medicine technology. Analyze scenarios to determine the preferred response or course of action. Complete a capstone project as outlined. Demonstrate improvement in test-taking skills for credentialing exams. Find out when this course is offered
	NMTEC 280 - Computed Tomography for Nuclear Medicine 3 CR Provides didactic instruction in CT scanning, as is pertinent to its application to nuclear medicine procedures. Includes information relevant to production and detection of X-rays in CT, instrumentation and image reconstruction, specific technique applications, patient care and quality control. Prerequisite(s): acceptance into program or permission of program chair. Course Outcomes Discuss production of x-rays Describe components of a CT scanner Discuss reconstruction techniques used in CT scanners Describe the components of image quality Describe the acquisition of a CT image set, including the use of oral and IV contrast Describe CT image display, including HU’s and standard windowing Discuss patient dosimetry and the common use of shielding Identify common CT procedures Explain PET/CT co-registration and CT based attenuation correction Discuss quality control procedures for CT and PET/CT cameras Identify artifacts found on CT and PET/CT images Find out when this course is offered
	NMTEC 299 - Independent Study in Nuclear Medicine 1-1 2 CR Provides clinical experience in nuclear medicine technology under the direction of a nuclear medicine technologist, a physician, or a researcher. Prerequisite(s): permission of program chair. Course Outcomes Independent study course. Outcomes depend on the student’s interest and on topics selected by the student and instructor. Find out when this course is offered
Nursing Assistant
	NAC 106 - Nursing Assistant Foundations 4 CR Previously HPRO 116. Presents anatomy and physiology, resident rights, concepts of death and dying, dementia care, legal aspects of care, function of the health care team, and the communication skills and scope of practice of the nursing assistant. Either HPRO 116 or NAC 106 may be taken for credit, but not both. Prerequisite(s): placement by assessment into ENGL 101 or permission of instructor. Course Outcomes Discuss basic normal anatomy. Discuss basic disease processes and their impacts on the client/resident. Discuss principles of infection control. Identify normal and abnormal assessment data. Use communication techniques that facilitate interactions among client, family, and health care team. Describe how the emotional, cultural, religious, and spiritual values of the client or resident affect care. Describe appropriate interventions within legal, ethical, and regulatory frameworks of practice. Describe a safe and comfortable environment for the client or resident. Find out when this course is offered
	NAC 107 - Nursing Assistant Technical Skills 3 CR Previously HPRO 117. Provides students with opportunities to learn and practice 22 client care skills in preparation for the Washington state certification examination as a nursing assistant. Either HPRO 117 or NAC 107 may be taken for credit, but not both. Recommended: placement by assessment into ENGL 101 . Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor. Course Outcomes Apply principles of infection control. Recognize normal and abnormal assessment data. Practice communication techniques that facilitate interactions among client, family, and health care team. Record pertinent data such as vital signs and weights. Practice providing a safe and comfortable environment for the client or resident. Demonstrate correct performance of specific skills required for certification examination. Find out when this course is offered
	NAC 108 - Nursing Assistant Practicum 3 CR Previously HPRO 118. Provides a total of 66 hours of supervised clinical instruction in both long term care and acute care settings. Either HPRO 118 or NAC 108 may be taken for credit, but not both. Recommended: Current CPR card, submit a complete Immunization Status form for BC healthcare students, WA state background check, and ability to safely lift 50 lbs. Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor and NAC 107 . May be concurrently enrolled in NAC 107 . Course Outcomes Use principles of infection control. Recognize and report normal and abnormal assessment data. Use communication techniques that facilitate interactions among client, family, and health care team. Accurately record pertinent data such as vital signs and weights according to agency policies. Provide a safe and comfortable environment for the client or resident. Use correct techniques in performance of specific skills required for certification examination. Find out when this course is offered
Nursing
	NURS 099 - Nursing Student Success 1 CR Designed for first quarter students in the nursing program. Focuses on study and organizational skills, test taking skills and strategies, critical thinking skills, time management, and support to help students succeed in the nursing program. Course Outcomes Discuss ways to improve time management. Discuss strategies to manage stress during nursing school. Identify strategies for effective studying. Explore campus resources that support student success. Identify and apply critical thinking skills/analytical skills. Identify strategies to improve reading comprehension. Explore value of studying in groups. Discuss note taking techniques. Learn strategies for test performance improvement. Discuss strategies for effective communication. Improve knowledge in medical terminology. Demonstrate writing the nursing process Find out when this course is offered
	NURS 100X - Foundations of Nursing 7 CR Provides the framework for nursing theory. Students develop cognitive, psychomotor, assessment, and communicative skills to meet the biophysiological, psychosocial needs of the client. Students discuss relevant concepts in pharmacology and basic human needs and gain clinical experiences in extended-care facilities. Course consists of two components: 100X and NURS 100Z . Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into program. Course Outcomes Implement the nursing process in the provision of nursing care in the following areas by Assessment Collecting pertinent data by assessing a client using the Functional Assessment Data Collection Guide Collecting pertinent data from other sources information from charts records Identifying normal and abnormal assessment data Validating abnormal data Organizing assessment data according to Maslow’s basic needs Nursing diagnosis Identifying basic needs using Maslow’s hierarchy Beginning to identify nursing diagnoses based on meeting basic needs Planning Prioritizing unmet basic needs Beginning to collaborate with the client to formulate expected outcomes that are related to basic needs measurable client-focused Selecting nursing interventions that address basic needs, e.g., vital signs oral care turning schedule oxygenation safety Providing rationales for medications and therapeutic interventions Incorporating the agency’s plan of care Implementation Performing nursing interventions that address basic needs (with occasional cuing) Providing for physical safety of clients in long-term care settings, for example during: feeding bathing transfers Documenting relevant care provided such as recording intake and output vital signs hygiene mobility Evaluation Identifying client progress toward meeting basic needs as related to expected outcomes (with occasional cuing) Demonstrate cognitive, psychomotor and affective skills to ensure safe practice by Identifying rationales for nursing interventions Performing psychomotor skills learned in N100 safely with occasional cuing applying principles of medical and surgical asepsis performing skills on time performing in a reasonable amount of time demonstrating organizational skills beginning to demonstrate dexterity Reviewing medications of client, utilizing the “Rights of Safe Medication Administration” Using effective communication techniques with clients, instructors, peers and health care team begins to participate in and support constructive interactions with peers in the clinical setting and during conferences recognize a therapeutic relationship between student and client modify environment to enhance nurse-client interactions Beginning to develop oral presentation skills by reporting clear, concise and relevant data to staff and instructor Demonstrating competency in mathematical calculations of basic conversions in administering PO medications Beginning to develop professional writing skills by writing formal college level papers As a manager of care, the student will: Begin to demonstrate organizational skill in the management of care for a client in the long-term setting by Completing care for assigned clients Practice in a cost effective manner by organizing care to conserve time, energy and resources. As a member within the discipline of nursing, the student will: Practice within the legal and ethical framework of nursing by Following established policies as outlined in the College and Nursing Program Student Handbook Following established agency policies and procedures Documenting basic nursing care given with occasional cuing using agency format meeting legal standards clearly and concisely in a timely manner legibly with correct grammar and spelling Reporting pertinent data promptly to appropriate staff /instructor Respecting and supporting the resident’s rights such as privacy confidentiality right to refuse care Exhibit professional accountability Preparing for clinical assignment using appropriate resources Seeking assistance when clinical situation is beyond knowledge and experience Seeking opportunities in the clinical setting to enhance learning and pursuing professional growth Following established lines of communication with the assigned clinical setting Demonstrating reliability in completing client/clinical assignments Evaluating own performance accurately accepts responsibilities for own decisions/behaviors/actions while in clinical settings accepts feedback and makes appropriate changes in behavior identifies own strengths and areas for growth in assigned settings Definition of cuing No cuing: student will perform independently with no intervention by the instructor Minimal cuing: instructor will provide no more than 2 prompts Occasional cuing: instructor will provide no more than 4 prompts Find out when this course is offered
	NURS 100Y - Foundations of Nursing Skills Lab 2 CR This is the lab portion of Nursing Fundamentals. In this class nursing assessment and other fundamental skills like medication administration are learned prior to students’ first hands-on experience with clients. Prerequisite(s): Admission to program. Course Outcomes Discuss the purpose of the health and physical assessment. Discuss the purpose of collecting subjective and objective data. Describe the techniques used during a physical examination Identify the purpose of equipment used in performing a health assessment. Describe positioning of the client for privacy during assessment of each body system. Discuss the importance of understanding cultural diversity as it influences the approach to health assessment. Describe interview techniques used to enhance communication during history taking. Discuss normal physical findings in a young and middle-age adult as compared to that of an older adult. Describe the relationship between documentation and financial reimbursement in health care. Describe the principles of documentation and reporting and the related legal implications. Compare the different types of standard diets used in medical facilities. Identify clients at risk for aspiration. Name types of diets used for patients with high risk of aspiration. Set up interal nutrition using a feeding pump. Find out when this course is offered
	NURS 100Z - Foundations of Nursing Clinical 3 CR Clinical component for NURS 100X . Students gain experience in rehabilitation facilities correlating with and implementing nursing theory. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into program. Course Outcomes Implement the nursing process in the provision of nursing care in the following areas by Assessment Collecting pertinent data by assessing a client using the Functional Assessment Data Collection Guide Collecting pertinent data from other sources information from charts records Identifying normal and abnormal assessment data Validating abnormal data Organizing assessment data according to Maslow’s basic needs Nursing diagnosis Identifying basic needs using Maslow’s hierarchy Beginning to identify nursing diagnoses based on meeting basic needs Planning Prioritizing unmet basic needs Beginning to collaborate with the client to formulate expected outcomes that are related to basic needs measurable client-focused Selecting nursing interventions that address basic needs, e.g., vital signs oral care turning schedule oxygenation safety Providing rationales for medications and therapeutic interventions Incorporating the agency’s plan of care Implementation Performing nursing interventions that address basic needs (with occasional cuing) Providing for physical safety of clients in long-term care settings, for example during: feeding bathing transfers Documenting relevant care provided such as recording intake and output vital signs hygiene mobility Evaluation Identifying client progress toward meeting basic needs as related to expected outcomes (with occasional cuing) Demonstrate cognitive, psychomotor and affective skills to ensure safe practice by Identifying rationales for nursing interventions Performing psychomotor skills learned in N100 safely with occasional cuing applying principles of medical and surgical asepsis performing skills on time performing in a reasonable amount of time demonstrating organizational skills beginning to demonstrate dexterity Reviewing medications of client, utilizing the “Rights of Safe Medication Administration” Using effective communication techniques with clients, instructors, peers and health care team begins to participate in and support constructive interactions with peers in the clinical setting and during conferences recognize a therapeutic relationship between student and client modify environment to enhance nurse-client interactions Beginning to develop oral presentation skills by reporting clear, concise and relevant data to staff and instructor Demonstrating competency in mathematical calculations of basic conversions in administering PO medications Beginning to develop professional writing skills by writing formal college level papers As a manager of care, the student will: Begin to demonstrate organizational skill in the management of care for a client in the long-term setting by Completing care for assigned clients Practice in a cost effective manner by organizing care to conserve time, energy and resources. As a member within the discipline of nursing, the student will: Practice within the legal and ethical framework of nursing by Following established policies as outlined in the College and Nursing Program Student Handbook Following established agency policies and procedures Documenting basic nursing care given with occasional cuing using agency format meeting legal standards clearly and concisely in a timely manner legibly with correct grammar and spelling Reporting pertinent data promptly to appropriate staff /instructor Respecting and supporting the resident’s rights such as privacy confidentiality right to refuse care Exhibit professional accountability Preparing for clinical assignment using appropriate resources Seeking assistance when clinical situation is beyond knowledge and experience Seeking opportunities in the clinical setting to enhance learning and pursuing professional growth Following established lines of communication with the assigned clinical setting Demonstrating reliability in completing client/clinical assignments Evaluating own performance accurately accepts responsibilities for own decisions/behaviors/actions while in clinical settings accepts feedback and makes appropriate changes in behavior identifies own strengths and areas for growth in assigned settings Definition of cuing No cuing: student will perform independently with no intervention by the instructor Minimal cuing: instructor will provide no more than 2 prompts Occasional cuing: instructor will provide no more than 4 prompts Find out when this course is offered
	NURS 101X - Nursing Care of the Adult Client I 6 CR The first of three medical/surgical courses focusing on acute and chronic health dysfunctions in the adult client. Students gain clinical experience in acute-care settings. Course consists of two components: 101X and NURS 101Z . Prerequisite(s): NURS 100X and NURS 100Z . Course Outcomes Continues to implement the five phases of the nursing process as a systematic approach to provide nursing care for the adult. Assessment Collects pertinent data by assessing one or two clients using the Assessment Data Collection Guide Collects pertinent data from other sources: client’s record family members health team members Identifies changes in assessment data. Validates abnormal change in data. Organizes assessment data according to Maslow’s basic needs. Nursing Diagnosis Begins to identify pertinent nursing diagnoses and their etiologies for the client: experiencing pain undergoing surgery undergoing gynecologic surgery with commonly occurring genitourinary, gastrointestinal, renal, pancreatic, liver, and biliary dysfunctions who has a fluid, electrolyte or acid-base imbalance who has diabetes mellitus Provides client-specific defining characteristics applicable to the nursing diagnoses Planning and Outcomes Begins to prioritize nursing diagnoses. Begins to collaborate with client and/or family members to formulate expected outcomes that are: pertinent and related to nursing diagnoses realistic and measurable with critical times client-focused incorporating the family, sociocultural background, and spiritual beliefs Begins to select appropriate nursing actions that address nursing diagnoses of the adult client in a medical-surgical setting. Provides rationale for medications and therapeutic interventions. Incorporates the agency’s plan of care. Implementation Performs selected nursing actions specific to expected outcomes (with occasional cuing). For example, postoperatively when the client returns to his room: positions client sidelying and assesses level of consciousness monitors and records vital signs q 15 min. X 1 hr., then q 30 min. X 2 hr. then q.1.h. X 4, then q.4.h. if stable assesses skin color and condition provides for warmth checks wound dressings and drainage systems to rule out hemorrhage and ensure patency and functioning of the latter maintains correct I.V. infusion at correct rate provides safe environment assesses comfort level and when client last received analgesic informs client of place and progress and reorients to environment. Involves family in nursing actions when appropriate. Provides for physical safety of the client. Documents relevant care provided. Evaluation Identifies client progress as related to expected outcomes (with occasional cuing) Modifies plan of care to best meet the needs of the hospitalized adult (with occasional cuing) Continues to demonstrate cognitive, psychomotor, and affective skills to ensure safe and effective practice. Identifies rationales for nursing actions and other therapeutic measures incorporating knowledge of relevant pathophysiology. Performs psychomotor skills learned in Nursing 100 safely with minimal cuing and Nursing 101 safely with occasional cuing. Applies principles of medical and surgical asepsis. Performs skills on time. Performs in a reasonable amount of time. Demonstrates organizational skill. Continues to improve dexterity. Begins to adapt performance to meet needs of client and/or situation. Administers parenteral and non-parenteral medications safely and in a timely manner States indications, action, contraindications, effects, and nursing considerations for prescribed medications. Uses effective communication techniques with clients, families, instructor, peers, and health care team: Recognizes a therapeutic relationship between student and client. Modifies environment to enhance nurse-client interaction. Participates in and supports constructive interaction with peers and instructor in the clinical setting and during conferences. Develops oral presentation skills by reporting clear, concise and relevant data to staff and instructor. As a Manager of care the student: Begins to collaborate as a health team member when providing nursing care in the medical-surgical setting. Begins to demonstrate organizational skill in the management of care. Begins to prioritize nursing care for a client in the medical-surgical setting Completes care for assigned clients Practices in a cost-effective manner: Organizes care to conserve time, energy and resources. Validates the use of supplies and equipment to minimize waste. As a Member within the Discipline of Nursing, the student: Continues to practice within the ethical and legal framework of nursing Follows established policies as outlined in the College and Nursing Program Student Handbooks. Follows established agency policies and procedures. Documents nursing care given with occasional cuing using the agency format meeting legal standards clearly and concisely in a timely manner legibly with correct grammar and spelling. Reports pertinent data promptly to appropriate staff and instructor. Respects and supports the rights of the clients for privacy, confidentiality, and the right to refuse care. Begins to act as a representative of the adult client’s needs and concerns when necessary. (Advocacy) Practices with knowledge of nurse’s ethical and/or legal role/responsibility related to issues presented during previous courses. Continues to exhibit professional accountability Prepares for clinical assignment using appropriate resources. Seeks assistance when the clinical situation is beyond knowledge and experience. Seeks opportunities in the various clinical settings to enhance learning and pursue professional growth. Follows established lines of communication within the assigned clinical setting. Demonstrates reliability in completing client/clinical assignments. Evaluates own performance accurately. Accepts responsibility for own decisions/behaviors/actions while in clinical setting. Accepts feedback and makes appropriate changes in behavior. Identifies own strengths and areas for growth in adult health care settings. Definitions of cuing: No cuing: student will perform independently with no intervention by instructor. Minimal cuing: instructor will provide no more than 2 prompts. Occasional cuing: instructor will provide no more than 4 prompts Find out when this course is offered
	NURS 101Y - Nursing Care of the Adult Client Skills Lab 1 CR A variety of acute care nursing skills provide baseline competency prior to entry into acute care clinical facilities. Students learn hands-on nursing skills and have the opportunity to practice and perform demonstrations. Prerequisite(s): NURS 100X , NURS 100Y , NURS 100Z . Course Outcomes Identify normal and abnormal cardiac rhythms called dysrhythmias. Demonstrate the collection of selected specimens and assist with diagnostic procedures. Demonstrate sterile technique in the catheterization of a male or female, using a straight or indwelling catheter. Trouble-shoot and care for a client with an indwelling catheter and continuous urinary drainage systems. Set up a sterile field in preparation for a bedside intervention. Apply a wet-to-dry dressing; empty and recharge a wound suction devices. Describe the care and maintenance of PICCs, central venous catheters (CVCs) and VADs. Discuss the management of patients who have total parenteral nutrition infusing. Describe the purposes for nasogastric tube insertion and safely insert a nasogastric tube. Discuss the application and nursing considerations of those clients who have entral nutrition to meet caloric needs Find out when this course is offered
	NURS 101Z - Nursing Care of the Adult Client I Clinical 5 CR Clinical component for NURS 101X . Students gain experience in health agencies correlating with and implementing nursing theory. Prerequisite(s): NURS 100X and NURS 100Z . Course Outcomes Continues to implement the five phases of the nursing process as a systematic approach to provide nursing care for the adult. Assessment Collects pertinent data by assessing one or two clients using the Assessment Data Collection Guide. Collects pertinent data from other sources: client’s record family members health team members Identifies changes in assessment data. Validates abnormal change in data. Organizes assessment data according to Maslow’s basic needs. Nursing Diagnosis Begins to identify pertinent nursing diagnoses and their etiologies for the client: experiencing pain undergoing surgery undergoing gynecologic surgery with commonly occurring genitourinary, gastrointestinal, renal, pancreatic, liver, and biliary dysfunctions who has a fluid, electrolyte or acid-base imbalance who has diabetes mellitus Provides client-specific defining characteristics applicable to the nursing diagnoses Planning and 4. Outcomes Begins to prioritize nursing diagnoses. Begins to collaborate with client and/or family members to formulate expected outcomes that are: pertinent and related to nursing diagnoses realistic and measurable with critical times client-focused incorporating the family, sociocultural background, and spiritual beliefs Begins to select appropriate nursing actions that address nursing diagnoses of the adult client in a medical-surgical setting. Provides rationale for medications and therapeutic interventions. Incorporates the agency’s plan of care. Implementation Performs selected nursing actions specific to expected outcomes (with occasional cuing). For example, postoperatively when the client returns to his room: positions client sidelying and assesses level of consciousness monitors and records vital signs q 15 min. X 1 hr., then q 30 min. X 2 hr. then q.1.h. X 4, then q.4.h. if stable assesses skin color and condition provides for warmth checks wound dressings and drainage systems to rule out hemorrhage and ensure patency and functioning of the latter maintains correct I.V. infusion at correct rate provides safe environment assesses comfort level and when client last received analgesic informs client of place and progress and reorients to environment. Involves family in nursing actions when appropriate. Provides for physical safety of the client. Documents relevant care provided. Evaluation Identifies client progress as related to expected outcomes (with occasional cuing) Modifies plan of care to best meet the needs of the hospitalized adult (with occasional cuing) Continues to demonstrate cognitive, psychomotor, and affective skills to ensure safe and effective practice. Identifies rationales for nursing actions and other therapeutic measures incorporating knowledge of relevant pathophysiology. Performs psychomotor skills learned in Nursing 100 safely with minimal cuing and Nursing 101 safely with occasional cuing. Applies principles of medical and surgical asepsis. Performs skills on time. Performs in a reasonable amount of time. Demonstrates organizational skill. Continues to improve dexterity. Begins to adapt performance to meet needs of client and/or situation. Administers parenteral and non-parenteral medications safely and in a timely manner States indications, action, contraindications, effects, and nursing considerations for prescribed medications. Uses effective communication techniques with clients, families, instructor, peers, and health care team: Recognizes a therapeutic relationship between student and client. Modifies environment to enhance nurse-client interaction. Participates in and supports constructive interaction with peers and instructor in the clinical setting and during conferences. Develops oral presentation skills by reporting clear, concise and relevant data to staff and instructor. As a Manager of care the student: Begins to collaborate as a health team member when providing nursing care in the medical-surgical setting. Begins to demonstrate organizational skill in the management of care. Begins to prioritize nursing care for a client in the medical-surgical setting Completes care for assigned clients Practices in a cost-effective manner: Organizes care to conserve time, energy and resources. Validates the use of supplies and equipment to minimize waste. As a Member within the Discipline of Nursing, the student: Continues to practice within the ethical and legal framework of nursing Follows established policies as outlined in the College and Nursing Program Student Handbooks. Follows established agency policies and procedures. Documents nursing care given with occasional cuing using the agency format meeting legal standards clearly and concisely in a timely manner legibly with correct grammar and spelling. Reports pertinent data promptly to appropriate staff and instructor. Respects and supports the rights of the clients for privacy, confidentiality, and the right to refuse care. Begins to act as a representative of the adult client’s needs and concerns when necessary. (Advocacy) Practices with knowledge of nurse’s ethical and/or legal role/responsibility related to issues presented during previous courses. Continues to exhibit professional accountability Prepares for clinical assignment using appropriate resources. Seeks assistance when the clinical situation is beyond knowledge and experience. Seeks opportunities in the various clinical settings to enhance learning and pursue professional growth. Follows established lines of communication within the assigned clinical setting. Demonstrates reliability in completing client/clinical assignments. Evaluates own performance accurately. Accepts responsibility for own decisions/behaviors/actions while in clinical setting. Accepts feedback and makes appropriate changes in behavior. Identifies own strengths and areas for growth in adult health care settings. Definitions of cuing: No cuing: student will perform independently with no intervention by instructor. Minimal cuing: instructor will provide no more than 2 prompts. Occasional cuing: instructor will provide no more than 4 prompts Find out when this course is offered
	NURS 102X - Nursing Care of the Adult Client II 6 CR The second of three medical/surgical courses focusing on acute and chronic health dysfunctions. Students gain clinical experience in acute-care settings. Course consists of two components: NURS 102X and NURS 102Z . Prerequisite(s): NURS 101X and NURS 101Z . Course Outcomes Continue to implement the five phases of the nursing process as a systematic approach to individualizing client care. Assessment Collects pertinent data by assessing one or two clients using the Advanced Assessment Data Collection Guide. Collects pertinent data from other sources: client’s record family members health team members Identifies changes in assessment data that deviate from the client’s baseline health status Validates abnormal data. Organizes assessment data according to Maslow’s basic needs Nursing diagnosis Begins to identify pertinent nursing diagnoses and their etiologies. Provides client-specific defining characteristics applicable to the nursing diagnosis. Planning and Outcomes Begins to prioritize nursing diagnoses. Begins to collaborate with client and/or family members to formulate expected outcomes that are: pertinent and related to nursing diagnoses realistic and measurable with critical times client focused, incorporating the family, sociocultural background and spiritual beliefs Begins to select appropriate nursing actions that address nursing diagnoses of the adult client in a medical-surgical setting. Provides rationale for medications and therapeutic interventions Incorporates the agency’s plan of care Implementation Performs selected nursing actions specific to expected outcomes (with occasional cuing). Examples include, but are not limited to: suctioning - oral, nasal or tracheal monitoring chest drainage wound care - simple, complex administering nasogastric tube feedings tracheostomy care Involves family in nursing actions when appropriate. Provides for the physical safety of client in the acute care setting. Documents relevant care provided. Evaluation Identifies client progress as related to expected outcomes (with occasional cuing). Modifies the plan of care to best meet the needs of the hospitalized client (with occasional cuing). Continue to demonstrate cognitive, psychomotor, and affective skills to ensure safe practice. Identifies rationales for nursing actions and other therapeutic measures, incorporating knowledge of relevant pathophysiology, diagnostic procedures, etc. Performs psychomotor skills learned in Nursing 100 and Nursing 101 safely. With no cuing of N100 skills With minimal cuing of N101 skills With occasional cuing of N102 skills; examples include but are not limited to: suctioning - oral, nasal or tracheal monitoring chest drainage wound care - simple, complex administering nasogastric tube feedings tracheostomy care Applies principles of medical and surgical asepsis Performs skills on time Performs skills in a reasonable amount of time Demonstrates organizational skills Demonstrates dexterity Adapts performance to meet needs of client and/or situation Administers parenteral and non-parenteral medications safelyand in a timely manner. States action, contraindications, effects and nursing considerations for prescribed medications. Calculates medication and intravenous doses correctly Uses effective communication techniques with clients, families, instructor, peers and health care team. Develops oral presentation skills: Reports clear, concise and relevant data to staff, instructor, and peers Presents an oral nursing care plan to clinical peers and instructor during post-conference As a manager of care, the student will Collaborate as a health team member when providing care for a client in the medical-surgical setting. Cares for clients with dysfunction or disease in the following areas: Musculoskeletal dysfunction Arthritic and connective tissue disorders Respiratory dysfunction Cardiovascular dysfunction Peripheral vascular dysfunction Hypertension Visual and/or auditory dysfunction Cancer Demonstrates organizational skill in the management of care. Begins to prioritize nursing care for 2 clients in the medical-surgical setting Completes care for the assigned clients Practice in a cost-effective manner: Organizes care to conserve time, energy and resources Validates the use of supplies and equipment to minimize waste Assume the role of peer resource person (PRP): Listens to shift report and obtains additional current data from staff/instructor for group of clients assigned to peers Gives verbal support to peers and answers questions with instructor support Assists with selection of peer assignment as needed with instructor’s input Schedules help from instructor for peers Assists peers with instructor approved procedures Monitors client care for group of assigned clients Seeks and schedules additional learning experiences for self and peers Ensures documentation is complete Ensures peers have reported to appropriate staff As a Member within the Discipline of Nursing, the student will: Practice within the ethical and legal framework of nursing Follows established school policies as outlined in the College and Program Student Handbooks. Follows established agency policies and procedures Documents care as given with occasional cuing using agency format meeting legal standards clearly and concisely in a timely manner legibly with correct grammar and spelling Reports pertinent data promptly to appropriate staff and instructor. Respects and supports the rights of the client’s: Privacy Confidentiality Right to refuse care Begins to act as a representative of the adult client’s needs and concerns when necessary (advocacy). Practices with knowledge of nurse’s ethical and/or legal role and responsibilities related to issues presented during previous courses. Continue to exhibit professional accountability Prepares for N102 clinical assignment using appropriateresources. Seeks assistance when clinical situation is beyond knowledge and experience. Seeks opportunities in the clinical settings to enhance learning and pursue professional growth. Follows established lines of communication within the assigned clinical setting. Demonstrates reliability in completing client/clinical assignments. Evaluates own performance accurately: Accepts responsibilities for own decisions, behaviors, and actions while in clinical settings Accepts feedback and makes appropriate changes in behavior Identifies own strengths and areas for growth in adult health care settings Definitions of cuing: No cuing: student will perform independently with no intervention by instructor. Minimal cuing: instructor will provide no more than 2 prompts. Occasional cuing: instructor will provide no more than 4 prompts. Find out when this course is offered
	NURS 102Y - Nursing Care of the Adult Client II Skills Lab 1 CR A variety of acute care nursing skills provide baseline competency prior to entry into acute care clinical facilities. Students learn hands-on nursing skills and have the opportunity to practice and perform demonstrations and simulation. Prerequisite(s): NURS 101X , NURS 101Y , and NURS 101Z . Course Outcomes Describe the care and maintenance of patients with Thoracic drains Demonstrate sterile technique in the cleaning and management of a patient with a tracheostomy. Discuss the management of patients who are receiving blood products Demonstrate the technique for IV insertion and IV therapy Demonstrate the management of patient care in a simulated scenario using a high fidelity simulation mannequin (Sim Man) Critique peer simulation experiences in regard to the standards of nursing care Find out when this course is offered
	NURS 102Z - Nursing Care of the Adult Client II Clinical 5 CR Clinical component for NURS 102X . Students gain experience in health agencies correlating with and implementing nursing theory. Prerequisite(s): NURS 101X and NURS 101Z . Course Outcomes As Provider of Care, the student will: Continue to implement the five phases of the nursing process as a systematic approach to individualizing client care. Assessment Collects pertinent data by assessing one or two clients using the Advanced Assessment Data Collection Guide. Collects pertinent data from other sources: client’s record family members health team members Identifies changes in assessment data that deviate from the client’s baseline health status Validates abnormal data. Organizes assessment data according to Maslow’s basic needs Nursing diagnosis Begins to identify pertinent nursing diagnoses and their etiologies. Provides client-specific defining characteristics applicable to the nursing diagnosis. Planning and Outcomes Begins to prioritize nursing diagnoses. Begins to collaborate with client and/or family members to formulate expected outcomes that are: pertinent and related to nursing diagnoses realistic and measurable with critical times client focused, incorporating the family, sociocultural background and spiritual beliefs Begins to select appropriate nursing actions that address nursing diagnoses of the adult client in a medical-surgical setting. Provides rationale for medications and therapeutic interventions Incorporates the agency’s plan of care. Implementation Performs selected nursing actions specific to expected outcomes (with occasional cuing). Examples include, but are not limited to: suctioning - oral, nasal or tracheal monitoring chest drainage wound care - simple, complex administering nasogastric tube feedings tracheostomy care Involves family in nursing actions when appropriate. Provides for the physical safety of client in the acute care setting. Documents relevant care provided. Evaluation Identifies client progress as related to expected outcomes (with occasional cuing). Modifies the plan of care to best meet the needs of the hospitalized client (with occasional cuing). Continue to demonstrate cognitive, psychomotor, and affective skills to ensure safe practice. Identifies rationales for nursing actions and other therapeutic measures, incorporating knowledge of relevant pathophysiology, diagnostic procedures, etc. Performs psychomotor skills learned in Nursing 100 and Nursing 101 safely. With no cuing of N100 skills With minimal cuing of N101 skills With occasional cuing of N102 skills; examples include but are not limited to: suctioning - oral, nasal or tracheal monitoring chest drainage wound care - simple, complex administering nasogastric tube feedings tracheostomy care Applies principles of medical and surgical asepsis Performs skills on time Performs skills in a reasonable amount of time Demonstrates organizational skills Demonstrates dexterity Adapts performance to meet needs of client and/or situatioN Administers parenteral and non-parenteral medications safely and in a timely manner. States action, contraindications, effects and nursing considerations for prescribed medications. Calculates medication and intravenous doses correctly Uses effective communication techniques with clients, families, instructor, peers and health care team. Develops oral presentation skills: Reports clear, concise and relevant data to staff, instructor, and peers Presents an oral nursing care plan to clinical peers and instructor during post-conference As a manager of care, the student will Collaborate as a health team member when providing care for a client in the medical-surgical setting. Cares for clients with dysfunction or disease in the following areas: Musculoskeletal dysfunction Arthritic and connective tissue disorders Respiratory dysfunction Cardiovascular dysfunction Peripheral vascular dysfunction Hypertension Visual and/or auditory dysfunction Cancer Demonstrates organizational skill in the management of care. Begins to prioritize nursing care for 2 clients in the medical-surgical setting Completes care for the assigned clients Practice in a cost-effective manner: Organizes care to conserve time, energy and resources Validates the use of supplies and equipment to minimize waste Assume the role of peer resource person (PRP): Listens to shift report and obtains additional current data from staff/instructor for group of clients assigned to peers Gives verbal support to peers and answers questions with instructor support Assists with selection of peer assignment as needed with instructor’s input Schedules help from instructor for peers Assists peers with instructor approved procedures Monitors client care for group of assigned clients Seeks and schedules additional learning experiences for self and peers Ensures documentation is complete Ensures peers have reported to appropriate staff As a Member within the Discipline of Nursing, the student will: Practice within the ethical and legal framework of nursing Follows established school policies as outlined in the College and Program Student Handbooks. Follows established agency policies and procedures Documents care as given with occasional cuing using agency format meeting legal standards clearly and concisely in a timely manner legibly with correct grammar and spelling Reports pertinent data promptly to appropriate staff and instructor. Respects and supports the rights of the client’s: Privacy Confidentiality Right to refuse care Begins to act as a representative of the adult client’s needs and concerns when necessary (advocacy). Practices with knowledge of nurse’s ethical and/or legal role and responsibilities related to issues presented during previous courses. Continue to exhibit professional accountability Prepares for N102 clinical assignment using appropriate resources. Seeks assistance when clinical situation is beyond knowledge and experience. Seeks opportunities in the clinical settings to enhance learning and pursue professional growth. Follows established lines of communication within the assigned clinical setting. Demonstrates reliability in completing client/clinical assignments. Evaluates own performance accurately: Accepts responsibilities for own decisions, behaviors, and actions while in clinical settings Accepts feedback and makes appropriate changes in behavior Identifies own strengths and areas for growth in adult health care settings Definitions of cuing: No cuing: student will perform independently with no intervention by instructor. Minimal cuing: instructor will provide no more than 2 prompts. Occasional cuing: instructor will provide no more than 4 prompts. Find out when this course is offered
	NURS 120 - Nursing Fundamentals 6 CR Formerly known as NURS 100X . The Nursing Fundamentals course provides students with foundational concepts related to nursing practice. This course introduces essential principles of health and wellness, medical terminology, med-math, health assessment, and the nursing process. Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Associate Degree Nursing Program. Course Outcomes State components of the professional nurse identity Apply the nursing process to promote client health and mitigate safety risks Demonstrate cognitive and affective patient centered care skills in delivering safe practice Engage in clinical reasoning through exemplars Engage constructively and collaboratively with team members Discuss the role of quality improvement measures in nursing Find out when this course is offered
	NURS 121 - Nursing Fundamentals Clinical 6 CR Formerly NURS 100Y and NURS 100Z . In this course fundamental concepts and principles of nursing practice are reinforced, and students apply these in laboratory, clinical settings and simulated situations. Course graded credit/no credit. Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Associate Degree Nursing Program. Course Outcomes Apply principles of Swanson’s Caring Theory to individual clients Assess clients for changes in health status Identify relevant pathophysiology specific to client’s selected diagnoses Perform psychomotor interventions safely and effectively Identify examples of team functioning and resulting impact on safety and quality of care Demonstrate organization skills in the management of client care Accept feedback and make appropriate changes in behavior Find out when this course is offered
	NURS 122 - Nursing Care of the Adult Client I 6 CR Formerly known as NURS 101X . This is the first of two courses applying nursing theory; quality and safety; and evidence based care concepts to individual, adult clients. Professional interactions and teamwork are emphasized. Prerequisite(s): NURS 120 with a grade of C or better, and NURS 121 with credit. Course Outcomes Apply the nursing process to adult patients experiencing cardiovascular, neurological, renal, and/or endocrine disorders Develop cognitive and effective strategies to provide safe patient-centered care Engage in clinical reasoning through exemplars Engage constructively and collaboratively with health care team members Identify quality improvement measures in nursing practice Identify role components of professional nurse identity Find out when this course is offered
	NURS 123 - Nursing Care of the Adult Client I Clinical 6 CR Formerly NURS 101Y and NURS 101Z . This course is the clinical component of NURS 122 . Students implement the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation for adult medical-surgical patients. They apply nursing theory, identify physiological changes in these patients, and develop a professional nursing identity. Course graded credit/no credit. Prerequisite(s): NURS 120 with a grade of C or better, and NURS 121 with credit. Course Outcomes Apply knowledge learned in previous courses to current client situations Participate in constructive interactions, such as conferences, in the clinical setting Identify pertinent nursing diagnoses and their etiologies Administer medications in a timely and safe manner Document client teaching according to agency policies Collaborate as a health team member when providing care Prioritize care for one client Find out when this course is offered
	NURS 124 - Nursing Care of the Adult Client II 6 CR Formerly NURS 102X . This is the second of two courses applying nursing theory; quality and safety; and evidence-based care concepts to adult clients with acute and chronic health dysfunctions. Developing professional interactions are emphasized. Prerequisite(s): NURS 122 with a grade of C or better, and NURS 123 with credit. Course Outcomes Apply the nursing process to adult patients experiencing respiratory, gastrointestinal, eye, ear, musculoskeletal, and/or blood disorders Discuss and describe cognitive and affective safe patient-centered care strategies Engage in clinical reasoning through exemplars Identify the wide range of opportunities for the professional nurse Engage constructively and collaboratively with health care team members Use quality improvement measures in nursing care Find out when this course is offered
	NURS 125 - Nursing Care of the Adult Client II Clinical 6 CR Formerly NURS 102Y & NURS 102Z . This course is the clinical component of NURS 124 . The students gain experience in medical-surgical settings applying nursing theory and quality and safety concepts to clients with acute and chronic health dysfunctions. Students also further develop a professional nurse identity. Course graded credit/no credit. Prerequisite(s): NURS 122 with a grade of C or better, and NURS 123 with credit. Course Outcomes Apply knowledge learned from previous courses to current client situations Communicate clear, concise, and relevant data to staff and instructor Assess clients for change in health status in a timely manner Identify relevant pathophysiology specific to client’s diagnoses Demonstrate psychomotor interventions with efficiency and timeliness Identify client’s learning needs and execute teaching plan Demonstrate organizational skill in management of client care Find out when this course is offered
	NURS 198 - Independent Study Clinical 1-6 CR This is an independent study course where students can engage in clinical experiences to meet learning outcomes that have been determined by student and instructor. Prerequisite(s): Permission of Associate Dean of Nursing. Course Outcomes The outcomes for this course will be created by the student and instructor at the time that the student seeks approval for independent instruction. Find out when this course is offered
	NURS 199 - Independent Lab 1 CR This is an independent nursing lab class where students can review and practice nursing skills learned in the nursing program. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the nursing program. Course Outcomes Individual studies course. Outcomes will vary. Find out when this course is offered
	NURS 217X - Gerontology Nursing 3 CR This course explores the process of aging. Physiological, psychological, sociocultural, ethical, and legal aspects of aging are examined within the context of the family and society. A focus will be on promoting healthy aging. Use of evidence based research findings and assessment tools will be utilized in the course. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the program or permission of Associate Dean of Nursing. Course Outcomes Identify one’s personal and cultural beliefs, values, attitudes, expectations about aging and its impact on delivery of care to the elderly and their families. Recognize geriatric syndromes associated with the elderly - utilizing the Advance Care of the Elderly (ACE’s unfolding cases) Compare and contrast theories of aging Develop patient care plans that prevent and reduce common risk factors that lead to functional decline, poor quality of life and increased disability Identify normal physiological changes that occur as one ages Apply reliable evidence based practice tools that assess functional, physical, cognitive, social, environmental, and spiritual status of the elderly client. Apply evidence base practice models of care in planning and delivering safe, quality care to the elderly client. Examine evidence base practice related to health care of the aging population Analyze ethical, legal, and economic issues affecting the aging population. Examine end of life and palliative care Find out when this course is offered
	NURS 221X - Behavioral Health Nursing 6 CR Focuses on the nurse’s therapeutic role in maintaining and enhancing mental health. Students learn to meet the needs of clients with challenged emotional and/or cognitive abilities that impair their day-to-day functioning. Prerequisite(s): NURS 102X and NURS 102Z . Course Outcomes Explore factors that influence behavioral (mental) health and illness. Identify the components of a mental status assessment and professionally communicate mental status assessments in both oral and written formats. Explore culturally-appropriate interventions in response to an individual’s impaired (or challenged) mental status. Evaluate evidence-based practice as a means of providing effective and individualized nursing care related to anxiety, affective, thought and/or personality disorders. Analyze therapy groups in regards to group member roles and therapeutic (“curative”) factors of group therapy. Identify the major classifications and effects of psychotropic medications along with nursing strategies that are relevant to safe and effective medication management in a psychiatric health care setting. Find out when this course is offered
	NURS 221Z - Behavioral Health Clinical 3 CR Provides experience in acute inpatient psychiatric facilities and various community-based mental health programs. Students practice the nursing process in providing client-centered care. Prerequisite(s): NURS 102X and NURS 102Z . Course Outcomes Display therapeutic use of self with individuals and groups in a psychiatric health care setting. Perform competent mental status assessment skills. Provide culturally-sensitive interventions that promote self-esteem, reduce anxiety, and/or enhance coping of individuals with compromised mental status. Utilize therapeutic techniques in care practices with individuals experiencing symptoms such as hallucinations, delusions, and/or suicidal ideation. Analyze the use of evidence-based interventions to assist the adult client toward mental health promotion and wellness. Evaluate effects of psychoactive medications including symptom abatement, side effects, and indications of toxicity. Find out when this course is offered
	NURS 222X - Transition to Professional Nursing Practice 6 CR The final course in medical/surgical nursing. Students integrate nursing theory from all previous courses while providing comprehensive nursing care to clients with complex health problems. There is also a focus on care of the older adult. Prerequisite(s): NURS 220X, 220Z, NURS 221X , and NURS 221Z . Course Outcomes Provider of Care Implements the nursing process as a systematic approach to provide nursing care for the childbearing/childrearing family. Assessment Nursing diagnosis Planning Implementation Evaluation Demonstrates cognitive, psychomotor, and affective skills to ensure safe and effective practice.Identifies rationales for nursing actions and other therapeutic measures incorporating knowledge of relevant pathophysiology, diagnostic procedures, associated with assigned clients. Performs psychomotor skills safely with no cuing of N100, N101, N102, N220, N221 skills, skills adapting the procedures to meet the needs of the client. Administers parenteral and non-parenteral medications safely and in a timely manner. Uses effective communication techniques with childbearing/childrearing client and family, instructors, peers and health care team. Develop oral presentation skills. Manager of Care Collaborates with health team members for effective continuity of care for the client. Demonstrates organizational skill in the management of client care. Prioritizes nursing care for three clients. Completes care for assigned clients. Practices in a cost effective manner. Organizes care to conserve time, energy, and resources. Validates the use of supplies and equipment to minimize waste. Assesses cost-effectiveness of health care delivery in assigned clinical settings. Member within the discipline of Nursing Practices within the ethical and legal framework of nursing. Follow established policies as outlined in the College and Program Student Handbook. Follows established agency policies and procedures. Documents care as given with minimal cuing. using the agency format meeting legal standards clear and concise in a timely manner legibly with correct grammar and spelling Reports pertinent data promptly to appropriate staff/instructor. Respects and supports the rights of the client and family. Exhibits professional accountability. Prepares for clinical assignments using appropriate resources. Seeks assistance when clinical situation is beyond knowledge and experience. Seeks opportunities in various clinical settings to enhance learning and pursue professional growth. Follows established lines of communication within the assigned clinical setting. Demonstrates reliability in completing client/clinical assignments. Evaluates own performance accurately. Accepts responsibility for own decisions/behaviors/actions while in the clinical setting. Accepts feedback and makes appropriate changes in behavior. Identifies own strengths and areas for growth. Definition of cuing No cuing: student will perform independently with no intervention by the instructor. Minimal cuing: instructor will provide no more than two cues. Occasional cuing: instructor will provide no more than four cues Find out when this course is offered
	NURS 222Z - Transition to Professional Nursing Practice Clinical 6 CR Provides clinical experience in advanced medical/surgical nursing. Topics include nursing organizations, legal and ethical considerations in nursing and professional licensing. Community-based experience with the older population is also included. Prerequisite(s): NURS 220X, 220Z, NURS 221X , and NURS 221Z . Course Outcomes Work with clients whose health problems are associated with altered motor and sensory status, metabolic and/or hormonal imbalances, HIV/Aids infection, skin disease, and burns. Work with clients with substance abuse or psychiatric health problems in the acute medical/surgical setting Care for older adults with deficits in functional ability. Identify patient’s individual resources and ways of coping with problems resulting from aging Health promotion and illness preventions will be emphasized, in addition to a review of commonly occurring health problems. Demonstrate all nursing skills learned in previous quarters Demonstrate the management of patient care in a simulated scenario using a high fidelity simulation mannequin (Sim Man) Critique peer simulation experiences in regard to the standards of nursing care Discuss the use and role of nurse informatics in the health care setting Document accurately using an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) Find out when this course is offered
	NURS 231X - Pediatric Nursing Theory 4 CR Focuses on the normal growth and development of the child from birth through adolescence. Students learn principles of care of the ill child focusing on adaptation and health maintenance. Prerequisite(s): Admission to program. Course Outcomes Identify the pediatric nurse’s role in promoting health of children. Describe the concept of family-centered care. Understand the difference between mortality and morbidity in children. Identify the psychosociocultural impact of mortality and morbidity in children. Recognize the types of illnesses that occur in children are different from the adult. Understand the terms and basic principles of growth and development. Understand the developmental tasks of each group. Identify physical, mental, psychological influences on growth and development. Identify the physical, intellectual, and emotional needs of each age group. Describe the role of play in growth and development of the child. Describe the pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, pharmacological treatment and collaborative care of pediatric clients with various neurological disorders. Describe the pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, pharmacological treatment and collaborative care of pediatric clients with various musculoskeletal disorders. Describe the pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, pharmacological treatment and collaborative care of pediatric clients with various cardiovascular disorders. Describe the pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, pharmacological treatment and collaborative care of pediatric clients with various respiratory disorders. Describe the pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, pharmacological treatment and collaborative care of pediatric clients with genitourinary disorders. Describe the pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, pharmacological treatment and collaborative care of pediatric clients with various gastrointestinal disorders. Describe the pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, pharmacological treatment and collaborative care of pediatric clients with various hematological and immune disorders. Find out when this course is offered
	NURS 231Y - Pediatric Nursing Skills Lab 1 CR A variety of acute-care pediatric nursing skills provide baseline competency prior-entry into acute-care pediatric clinical facilities. Students learn hands-on pediatric nursing skills and have the opportunity to practice and perform return demonstrations. Prerequisite(s): Admission to program. Course Outcomes Assess maternal high risk factors for mother and fetus. Perform APGAR scoring on a Newborn. Perform a physical assessment on a child using Assessment, palpation, percution and auscultation skills. Identify differences in adult and pediatric laboratory data. Provide nutrition to a pediatric client. Deliver medications safely in pediatric clients. Discuss the differences between IV therapy in a pediatric client and an adult. Apply oxygenation aids and treatments to clients with respiratory problems. Act as team leader in a simulated pediatric scenario Find out when this course is offered
	NURS 231Z - Pediatric Nursing Clinical 3 CR Includes community-based clinical observation as well as in-hospital experience in delivery of care of ill children and their families. Prerequisite(s): Admission to program. Course Outcomes Provide care for selected clients in the pediatric setting, incorporating skills learned during previous quarters. Demonstrate skills learned in previous quarters and demonstrate new skills learned during the Nursing Skills component of N231Y. Adapt client care to ensure compliance in diverse health care settings by adhering to agency policies and/or procedures in the management and delivery of care of the pediactric client. Find out when this course is offered
	NURS 233X - Maternal/Newborn Nursing Theory 3 CR This course focuses on women’s health promotion and maintenance and family-centered nursing care of the maternal and newborn populations. Students learn how to promote health maintenance, provide preventive care, and manage complications through the antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum periods of childbirth. Prerequisite(s): Admission to program. Course Outcomes Discuss family-centered maternity care and the principles that underlie its philosophy. Identify psychosocial issues that influence care delivery to the childbearing family. Identify biophysiological and developmental issues that influence care delivery to the child bearing family. Evaluate the effectiveness of nursing interventions to meet and/or restore needs deficients that may result from: Differing beliefs in labor and delivery management Differing beliefs in use of technology Differing beliefs of newborn and post partum care Assess a woman who has high risk gestational factors. Develop a care plan to ensure adequate weight gain and nutrition for a pregnant woman. Assess a woman for early signs and symptoms of complications of pregnancy. Explain the five variables that affect the labor process. Describe maternal and fetal adaptations to labor. Describe factors impacting maternal & fetal adaptations to labor: physiologic, psychologic, social, cultural, developmental, and ability to cope with stress. Assess fetal heart rate. Discuss rationales for specific nursing interventions to resolve significant changes in FHR. Identify signs of potential complications during labor and delivery. Discuss the various factors that would influence the woman’s perception and response to pain during labor. Describe nursing interventions to promote a woman’s comfort during labor. Explain non-pharmacologic management of pain during L&D. Explain normal biophysiologic adaptation of the newborn at birth. Perform newborn shift and admission assessment. Recognize and report deviations from normal. Find out when this course is offered
	NURS 233Z - Maternal/Newborn Nursing Clinical 1 CR This course focuses on clinical observations, as well as in-hospital experience in labor/delivery, mother/baby care, and the care of pregnant mother and newborn. Prerequisite(s): Admission to program. Course Outcomes Provide care for selected clients in the labor and delivery and post- partum setting, incorporating skills learned during previous quarters. Demonstrate skills learned in previous quarters and demonstrate new skills learned during the Nursing Skills component of N231Y. Adapt client care to ensure compliance in diverse health care settings by adhering to agency policies and/or procedures in the management and delivery of care of the pregnant client and newborn. Find out when this course is offered
	NURS 252 - Nursing Care of the Behavioral Health Client 3 CR Formerly NURS 221X . Focuses on the nurse’s therapeutic role in maintaining and enhancing behavioral health. Students learn to meet the needs of clients with challenged emotional and/or cognitive abilities that impair their day-to-day functioning. Prerequisite(s): NURS 124 with a grade of C or better, and NURS 125 with credit. Course Outcomes Explore factors that influence behavioral (mental) health and illness Identify the components of a mental status assessment Communicate mental status assessments in oral and written formats Explore culturally-appropriate interventions in response to an individual’s impaired (or challenged) mental status Evaluate evidence-based practice as a means of providing effective and individualized nursing care related to anxiety, affective, thought and/or personality disorders Analyze therapy groups in regards to group member roles and therapeutic communication Identify the major classifications and effects of psychotropic medications along with nursing strategies that are relevant to safe and effective medication management in a psychiatric health care setting Find out when this course is offered
	NURS 253 - Behavioral Health Clinical 2 CR Formerly NURS 221Z . Provides experience in acute inpatient psychiatric facilities and various community-based mental health programs. Students practice the nursing process in providing client-centered care. Course graded credit/no credit. Prerequisite(s): NURS 124 with a grade of C or better, and NURS 125 with credit. Course Outcomes Assess client for pertinent changes in health status in a timely manner Establish and maintain a therapeutic relationship with a psychiatric client Identify and reduce safety risks for psychiatric patients Collaborate with health team members for effective continuity of care Use systematic documentation to increase accuracy of clinical records Identify technology and information management systems to support safe processes of care Find out when this course is offered
	NURS 254 - Nursing Care of the Pediatric Client 4 CR Formerly NURS 231X . This course focuses on the nurse’s role of health promotion in the pediatric patient and family emphasizing expected growth trends and overall assessment data. Differences in adult and pediatric nursing are highlighted to promote safety and minimize risk. Opportunities for reflective practice, clinical reasoning development, and collaborative teamwork are integrated into learning activities. Prerequisite(s): NURS 252 with a grade of C or better, and NURS 253 with credit. Course Outcomes Differentiate between the adult and pediatric patient in applying the nursing process to promote safety Provide pediatric-focused and family-centered care grounded in developmental theory Execute the nursing process based on principles of pathophysiology, evidence-based practice, and individualized pediatric patient assessment Examine the implications of the National League for Nursing (NLN) Core Competencies for individual professional growth. Contribute constructively and assertively as a team member Investigate a pediatric topic using scholarly inquiry and collaboratively present findings Engage in clinical reasoning through exemplars Find out when this course is offered
	NURS 255 - Nursing Care of the Pediatric Client Clinical 5 CR Formerly NURS 231Y and NURS 231Z . This course provides students the opportunity to engage in health promotion of the pediatric patient and family. Students apply developmental theory and principles of pediatric safety to deliver family-centered care. Students also gain confidence in articulating nursing priorities and developing clinical reasoning and reflective practice in the care of pediatric patients. Course grade credit/no credit. Prerequisite(s): NURS 252 with a grade C or better, and NURS 253 with credit. Course Outcomes Identify and reduce safety risks for pediatric patients Identify pediatric patient and family learning needs and execute teaching plan Use systematic documentation to increase accuracy of clinical records Execute nursing process based upon principles of pathophysiology, evidence-based practice, and individualized patient assessment Integrate input from other health care team members to improve individual and team performance Find out when this course is offered
	NURS 256 - Nursing Care of the Maternal Client 2 CR Formerly NURS 233X . This course focuses on the nurse’s role in the care of the maternal patient and family and highlights the normal physiological and emotional changes related to pregnancy. The nursing process is implemented and evaluated in the context of overall assessment data. Opportunities for reflective practice, clinical reasoning development, and collaboration are integrated into learning activities. Prerequisite(s): NURS 252 with a grade of C or better, and NURS 253 with credit. Course Outcomes Describe normal pregnancy and common complications Explain how the nurse’s approach to mother-baby care is impacted by the patient’s family culture Apply the nursing process to a pregnant patient and family Engage in clinical reasoning through exemplars Explain nursing interventions for complications of pregnancy Find out when this course is offered
	NURS 257 - Nursing Care of the Maternal Client Clinical 1 CR Formerly NURS 233Z . This course provides students the opportunity to engage in health promotion of the pregnant mother and newborn. Students gain confidence in articulating nursing priorities, developing clinical reasoning, and continuing reflective practice. This course focuses on clinical observations, as well as in-hospital experience in labor/delivery and mother/baby care. Course graded credit/no credit. Prerequisite(s): NURS 252 with a grade of C or better, and NURS 253 with credit. Course Outcomes Identify and reduce safety risks for pregnant patients Identify pregnant patient and family learning needs and execute teaching plan Execute nursing process based on principles of pathophysiology, evidence-based practice and individualized patient assessment Use systematic documentation to increase accuracy of clinical records Find out when this course is offered
	NURS 260 - Transition to Professional Nursing 3 CR Formerly NURS NURS 222X . This course assists in the transition from student to the professional nurse and is the final course in medical-surgical nursing. Students incorporate concepts of evidence -based practice, quality improvement, and informatics along with previous theory and competencies learned throughout the nursing program to assimilate into their professional practice. Prerequisite(s): NURS 254 and NURS 256 with a grade of C or better, and NURS 255 and NURS 257 with a grade of credit. Course Outcomes Identify health prevention, promotion, and education strategies as they relate to community health and case management Identify the operational and legal issues related to unlicensed assistive personnel Discuss and describe methods to promote a successful role transition and prepare for the NCLEX-RN exam Differentiate between management and leadership Explain the use of evidence-based practice (EBP) to facilitate quality improvement in the clinical setting Select appropriate nursing interventions to manage needs of critically ill patients Examine the ethical and cultural issues related to end of life care Find out when this course is offered
	NURS 261 - Pre-Professional Nursing Preceptorship 4 CR Formerly NURS 222Z . This course assists in the transition from nursing student to the role of professional nurse in the clinical setting. The students, working with a registered nurse (RN) preceptor, develop their ability to prioritize and delegate care for multiple patents while using concepts of health information technology and evidence-based practice to assure quality and safety. Course graded credit/no credit. Prerequisite(s): NURS 254 and NURS 256 with a grade of C or better, and NURS 255 and NURS 257 with a grade of credit. Course Outcomes Apply knowledge learned from previous courses to current client situations Demonstrate organization, prioritization, and delegation of care of multiple clients Execute nursing process based upon principles of pathophysiology, evidence-based practice, and individualized patient assessments Analyze situations to reduce safety risks of multiple patients Identify patient and family learning needs of multiple patients Integrate input from other health care team members to improve individual and team performance Use systematic documentation to increase accuracy of clinical records Find out when this course is offered
	NURS 290 - Global Health and Nursing 5 CR Focuses on global health care within the domain of community health nursing and culturally competent practice. Provides students an opportunity to apply community health concepts in an international environment, gaining experience in diverse health care settings and participating in a community nursing health project. Prerequisite(s): NURS 100X , NURS 100Z , NURS 101X and NURS 101Z . Course Outcomes Discuss community health nursing concepts and practice. Identify factors that influence the health of communities, individuals and families within communities. Analyze the relationship between globalization and health. Identify international community health resources. Discuss characteristics of cultural competence as manifested by individuals, health services agencies, and communities. Identify cultural issues and health beliefs within the community. Compare the national health program in host country to health policies and programs in the US. Identify environmental issues related to the health of communities. Complete a community health assessment. Work effectively as a team member in the development of a collaborative community health project. Apply community health nursing concepts in a community within an international environment. Share the experience in a public presentation. Find out when this course is offered
	NURS 302 - Foundations of BSN Practice 4 CR Provides the conceptual background and essential skills for success in a BSN program and the professional nursing role. Course covers: core competencies of professional nursing practice; scholarly writing; nursing ethics and leadership skills; and, the relationship between research, theory, and evidence-based practice. Reflective analysis of life-long learning goals is included. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into BSN program. Course Outcomes 1. Develop a personal philosophy of professional nursing. 2. Analyze the influences that impact role development in professional nursing practice. 3. Conduct a self-assessment of current abilities to implement scholarly writing at the baccalaureate level. 4. Utilize online databases to search for evidenced based nursing research. 5. Examine current communication styles to enhance professional practice 6. Examine various managerial and leadership roles in the healthcare environment. 7. Evaluate the nurse’s role in upholding ethical nursing practice. 8. Construct sound ethical arguments related to the basic ethical principles in nursing practice, such as: human right to self-determination, autonomy, advocacy, and protection of human subjects in the conduct of research. Find out when this course is offered
	NURS 320 - Foundations of Scholarly Inquiry 3 CR Examines basic research concepts, language and processes. Content focuses on research contributions to development of knowledge, improving practice, and enhancing professional development/accountability. Research methods are compared, critically appraised and interpreted. Ethical and legal rights of human subjects are explored. Students will explore the considerations of research related to diverse populations. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into BSN program. Course Outcomes Appraise interrelationships of nursing theory, practice, and research. Evaluate the credibility of sources of information, including but not limited to databases and internet resources. Evaluate the nurse’s role in protection of human subjects in the conduct of research. Utilize the research process to evaluate evidence focusing on planning, implementing, and evaluating outcomes of care. Analyze principles and models of evidence-based practice. Identify practice discrepancies between identified standards and practice that may adversely impact patient outcomes. Utilize evidence-based research findings to evaluate and address nursing practice problems Find out when this course is offered
	NURS 321 - Scholarly Inquiry Project Development 2 CR Reviews basic research concepts, language and processes. Working in Learning Teams, students develop a research proposal to study a health related issue in a targeted community population. Students increase informational literacy skills to critically appraise and interpret research studies and enhance their understanding of the health related issue. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into BSN program and successful completion of NURS 320 . Course Outcomes Apply basic research concepts to the development of a research proposal. Use credible sources of information, including but not limited to databases and internet resources. Apply the principles of protecting human subjects to the design of the research proposal. Successful group (Learning Team) process in developing a research proposal. Development of a feasible research proposal. Presentation of a research proposal (written and verbal). Find out when this course is offered
	NURS 350 - Perspectives in Global Health 5 CR This is an elective course that continues to build upon the community health experience with the ability to apply concepts from community and global health in an international environment. This course expands the focus of the 200 level global health course offered in the ADN program. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the BSN program. Course Outcomes Analyze the concepts of community and population centered health care and their impact on global health. Identify how global health is related to economic, environmental and technological development. Analyze health care delivery systems in developed and developing countries. Examine international, intergovernmental and voluntary organizations that are involved in global health. Analyze resources and solutions that address major global health problems and the burden of disease. Develop and implement a collaborative health project within a community as a team member. Find out when this course is offered
	NURS 360 - Management in Healthcare 4 CR Focuses on the development management skills assumed by healthcare professionals: delegation of responsibility; networking; facilitation of groups; conflict resolution; case management; and collaboration. Management and organizational theories are studied, evaluated and applied. Concepts include organizational structure, change, managing quality and performance, workplace diversity, budgeting and resource allocation, and delivery systems. Prerequisite(s): Admission into BSN program. Find out when this course is offered
	NURS 402 - Nursing Leadership Fieldwork 3 CR This course is designed to provide a mentored nursing leadership practicum that offers the opportunity to integrate knowledge of nursing, leadership and management in a selected healthcare related organization. Learning needs are identified and personal objectives are negotiated with a mentor, emphasizing preparation for advanced leadership and management responsibilities. Practicum seminars focus on current nursing leadership/management issues in a variety of health care environments. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the BSN program. Course Outcomes Explicate personal leadership/ management style. Evaluate internal and external resources to facilitate change. Apply principles of nursing leadership and management including inter-professional communication, collaboration, priority setting and delegation in order to facilitate effective outcomes. Develop and present a leadership/ management project to appropriate professional audience. Find out when this course is offered
	NURS 410 - Community and Public Health Nursing 5 CR This course focuses on the principles, theories, and concepts of community and public health utilized in the role of the professional nurse in community oriented and population focused nursing practice. Analysis, application and evaluation of nursing interventions that include: disease prevention and health promotion, protection and maintenance within the context of family and community partnerships. Evidence-based practice for the health of individuals, families, aggregate populations, communities and systems on a local to global scale is examined. Analyzes epidemiological, environmental, economic, and socio-cultural issues that impact local, national and global healthcare delivery and functional status. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the BSN program and successful completion of NURS 321 and NURS 360 . Course Outcomes Analyze community and public health nursing process in relation to families, communities and populations. Examine the current public health system and nursing roles in the United States at local, state and federal levels. Analyze effects of environment, economic and socio-cultural issues on community health. Identify the utilization of epidemiological principles in population-focused nursing practice. Examine theoretical frameworks and strategies for assessing and intervening with families and communities. Analyze the role of nursing in global health. Provide appropriate health promotion/prevention teaching that reflects developmental stage, age, culture, spirituality, client preferences, and health literacy consideration to foster engagement of families, communities, and populations. Find out when this course is offered
	NURS 420 - Leadership in Healthcare 4 CR This course covers the analysis, integration and application of leadership principles in health care organizations and population-based efforts across the health care delivery system. The focus is on interaction and socialization into the professional leadership role and skills needed for health care providers as leaders in today’s health care environment. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into BSN program. Course Outcomes Explicate personal leadership/ management style Evaluate internal and external resources to facilitate change Apply principles of leadership and management including inter-professional communication, collaboration, priority setting and delegation in order to facilitate effective health care outcomes Develop and present a leadership/ management project to appropriate professional audience Find out when this course is offered
	NURS 451 - Nursing Health Information Technology Fieldwork 3 CR This course is designed to provide a mentored nursing informatics practicum that offers the opportunity to integrate knowledge of nursing with the application of health care information technology and informatics. Learning needs are identified and personal objectives are negotiated with a mentor, emphasizing preparation for the role of the nurse in the health IT environment. Students will have a “hands-on” experience in healthcare information technology while working with a mentor. Practicum seminars focus on current issues in healthcare technology and implementation and management of technology in a variety of healthcare environments. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into BSN program and NURS 450. Course Outcomes Identify key personal and professional goals and objectives as they relate to the health IT setting with mentor/preceptor. Evaluate the processes and systems of healthcare technologies and their impact on patient care and outcomes. Engage in processes within a healthcare environment as they relate to implementing or maintaining healthcare technologies. Explore major challenges and issues in regard to the role of technology in the healthcare setting and their impact on nursing care of patients. Observe the role and responsibilities of a nursing informatics specialist in a healthcare setting. Find out when this course is offered
	NURS 460 - Health Information Technology 4 CR This course is an introduction to health information systems and informatics concepts encountered in healthcare settings. The course is designed to enable students to use information management and patient care technologies to deliver safe and effective care to diverse patient populations in a variety of settings. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into BSN program. Course Outcomes Analyze the use of information systems in interdisciplinary communication in the healthcare setting. Appraise health information systems technology used in healthcare relative to quality improvement, reimbursement, patient satisfaction, patient-centered care and improved safety outcomes for both patients and healthcare workers. Analyze and apply current ethical standards and patients’ rights that are effected by health information technology. Observe and evaluate the nurse’s role and responsibilities in the design, selection, implementation, and application of systems and technology in healthcare. Critique electronically accessible resources to determine credibility and application for healthcare consumers. Relate the role and responsibilities of a nursing informatics specialist to the major challenges, processes and systems of healthcare technology and its impact on nursing care of patient. Engage in and evaluate the processes and systems of healthcare technologies and their impact on patient care and outcomes. Find out when this course is offered
	NURS 485 - Fieldwork in Community and Public Health Nursing 4 CR This course provides fieldwork for students to apply nursing theory and nursing process while working collaboratively with families, communities, and populations. Fieldwork experience focuses on health promotion, disease prevention, patient education, and case management. Recommended: NURS 410 as a prerequisite or corequisite. Prerequisite(s): Admission into BSN program. Find out when this course is offered
	NURS 490 - BSN Senior Portfolio 1 CR The senior nursing portfolio project is a purposeful collection of materials that documents the student’s academic and professional development throughout the RN-BSN program. The portfolio is designed to foster student empowerment through analysis and critique of one’s own work and self-awareness through reflection and self-evaluation. It serves as a method of measuring achievement of course and program outcomes. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into BSN program and NURS 410 , 411, and 412. Course Outcomes Demonstrate professional nursing leadership with technical proficiency. Apply critical thinking and problem solving to provide evidence-based nursing care. Incorporate professional communication strategies in nursing practice. Provide, delegate and/or supervise nursing care based on acquired knowledge of theory and research. Evaluate career choices within the nursing profession based on emerging skills and personal strengths and abilities. Display behaviors as a member of the profession of nursing based on national standards of practice and professional codes of ethics. Demonstrate collaboration with other health care providers to promote the full human potential Find out when this course is offered
Nutrition
	NUTR 100 - Survey of Nutrition 5 CR A scientific view of human nutrition. Topics include digestion, absorption and nutrient requirements for healthy living, use of food additives, food fads and diets, food safety and world hunger. Course Outcomes Explain how family, culture, and social heritage inform our eating behaviors and food choices. Describe the structure and function of the digestive, circulatory, and excretory systems in relationship to the digestion, absorption, transport and metabolism of nutrients. Identify the structures of the macronutrients—(carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and water) and micronutrients (vitamins and minerals) and define their functions in maintaining health. Accurately interpret food label information. Assess the relationship between diet and exercise and the development or prevention of nutrition-related diseases. Describe the changes in nutritional requirements for the various life stages from pre-conception to the elderly. Discuss food safety concerns and assess environmental and public health impacts of industrialized food production practices. Use a diet analysis to demonstrate knowledge of nutritional recommendations (e.g. DRI) and to identify areas of divergence. Find out when this course is offered
	NUTR& 101 - Nutrition 5 CR Previously NUTR 130. Study of human nutrition and health. Topics include digestion, absorption and processing nutrients in the body; chemistry and functions of the major nutrients: carbohydrates, fat, protein; vitamin and mineral functions; food, culture and diet, energy balance, diet and metabolism; fitness and health; nutrition of the life cycle, food safety and local and world hunger issues. Either NUTR 130 or NUTR& 101 may be taken for credit, but not both. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 160 or CHEM 121 , or concurrent enrollment in BIOL 160 . Course Outcomes Describe a healthy diet in the context of current scientific evidence and cultural (social, ethnic, religious, etc.) health and diet patterns. Explain the uses and limitations of the various dietary reference intakes (DRI) for human nutrition. Conduct and evaluate a current nutritional status self-analysis. Explain how micro and macro nutrients function in digestion, absorption and elimination in the human body. Explain how diet and exercise impact human health. Explain the types of eating disorders their health impacts. Discuss the importance and value of food safety and the main types and functions of food additives. Discuss food scarcity, impact and solutions in relation to local and global hunger Find out when this course is offered
	NUTR 299 - Individual Study in Nutrition 1-5 CR Allows for advanced special projects, student research and independent study in Nutrition by an individual student. May be repeated for a maximum of 15 credits. Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor. Course Outcomes Varies by course. Find out when this course is offered
Occupational and Life Skills OLS at Bellevue College is an innovative 90-credit associate degree program unlike any other program in the nation. This program gives adults with cognitive disabilities the opportunity to acquire an accredited college degree that leads to post – graduation employment rates well above the national average. The curriculum is occupational and life skills based taught through scaffold instruction and universal design. All OLS courses focus on developing critical thinking skills, soft skills, and self – determination skills. Courses incorporate service learning in the community with local businesses as a way to help students utilize new skills outside of the classroom. Students create a career pathway over a three year period that is specific to their self – identified skills, strengths, and passions. An internship of 200 hours related to that career pathway is completed during their last 2 quarters. Additional information can be found at www.OLSatBellevueCollege.com. No courses offered summer quarter.
	OLS 100 - Nutrition Health & Fitness I 2 CR Examines the concept of a balanced diet, exercise and health, wellness and food safety. Nutritional models are presented to allow the student to understand and build a healthy lifestyle. Prerequisite(s): OLS 107 , OLS 110 , and OLS 111 and Acceptance into the program. Course Outcomes Discuss basic principles of nutrition by identifying nutrient dense foods Interpret and apply food label information to make healthy food choices Create menus that align with nutritional guidelines Apply dietary guidelines to evaluate personal dietary habits Discuss how physical activity impacts overall health and wellness Apply physical activity fitness guidelines to create personal goals Identify strategies to safely reach and maintain an appropriate weight Explain potential health and safety risks related to food storage and preparation Find out when this course is offered
	OLS 101 - Nutrition Health and Fitness II 2 CR Builds upon the concepts taught in OLS 100 to develop personal health and wellness that lead to a healthy lifestyle. Personal plans are developed and implemented. Prerequisite(s): OLS 100 and Acceptance into the program. Course Outcomes Present key practices for food safety in food shopping, storage, and cooking Create weekly diet/fitness plans utilizing nutrition guidelines and physical activities on a budget Discuss health conditions and coping strategies for wellness management Identify healthy hygiene and personal care practices Explain how preventative care can provide long term health benefits Discuss cultural and social influences on healthy behaviors and body image Identify strategies to access health information and personalized services for medical concerns Find out when this course is offered
	OLS 102 - Human Sexuality 2 CR Explores sexual attitudes, beliefs, and stereotypes within the context of the students immediate environment. Students examine adult lifestyles, sexual relationships, reproduction, and responsible sexual behavior. Prerequisite(s): OLS 107 , OLS 110 , OLS 111 and Acceptance into the program. Course Outcomes Describe the concepts of sex and sexuality (heterosexual, gay/lesbian) and cultural views. Identify the male and female reproductive organs. Discuss the concepts of dating and marriage. Identify the benefits of and reasons for abstinence. Define and describe various sexually transmitted diseases and methods of prevention. Describe methods of birth control, the limitations and uses of birth control. Discuss pregnancy options and stages related to pregnancy, abortion and adoption. Identify the components of sexual abuse and how to prevent it. Define sexual harassment in the school and workplace, and how to avoid it Find out when this course is offered
	OLS 104 - Disability Awareness 2 CR Designed to increase awareness of different types of disabilities within our community. Individuals reflect upon their own disability and when and how to disclose this information. Prerequisite(s): OLS 110 , OLS 143 , OLS 170 and Acceptance into the program. Course Outcomes Identify and discuss various disabilities and the characteristics associated Research your disability and present disability related information to others Discuss self-advocacy as it relates to requesting accommodations Create disclosure scripts and present personal accommodations Explain the impact of disability rights on people with disabilities Discuss advocacy groups and compare mission statements Identify community agencies that offer services to those with disabilities Contact a community advocacy group for possible involvement Find out when this course is offered
	OLS 105 - Introduction to Communication 2 CR Covers developing and improving fundamental and effective communication skills. Includes understanding interpersonal communication, active listening, non-verbal communication and communicating purposefully in the community. Structured to accommodate special needs learners. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance to the program. Course Outcomes Define the process of communication Demonstrate competence when making introductions Demonstrate competence initiating conversations and adapting conversation topics Demonstrate effective nonverbal communication while actively listening Explain the influence of gender, culture and family in the interpersonal communication process Explain the differences between aggressive communication and assertive communication Describe social networking and build a contacts list Identify the basic components of teamwork Prepare and present an idea in a clear and concise manner to a group of people Find out when this course is offered
	OLS 106 - Communication in the Workplace 2 CR Communication in the workplace is unique to the environment. Understanding the use of assertive language, how to manage a conflict, solve a problem, and job finding skills are all related to being an effective communicator. Career networking is introduced. Prerequisite(s): OLS 105 and Acceptance into the program. Course Outcomes Use assertive communication to prove your point or promote your idea Demonstrate the ability to adapt communications when speaking with a coworker, a superior, and a customer Identify the characteristics of a group and demonstrate interacting effectively in a group Discuss career networking and build a business contacts list Discuss conflict resolution in the workplace Describe a systematic way to problem solve a situation Demonstrate preparedness, competence and confidence when answering interview questions Demonstrate workplace phone etiquette and message taking Demonstrate effective methods for initiating a conversation with a customer in a specified setting Prepare and present an idea to a group of people with clear concise language utilizing Microsoft PowerPoint Find out when this course is offered
	OLS 107 - Healthy Relationships 2 CR Explores healthy and unhealthy relationships emphasizing strategies to maintain a healthy relationship in various environments. Disability disclosure in social situations is discussed. Students learn strategies to manage conflict. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance to the program and OLS 110 . Course Outcomes Identify multiple perspectives in personal and social situations. Apply social awareness strategies to analyze another’s perspective. Differentiate and describe indicators of healthy and unhealthy relationships. Discuss methods for coping with strained or negative relationships. Identify and demonstrate methods to resolve conflict. Recognize and maintain healthy communication in relationships. Discuss social patterns with in different relationships. Apply Social Thinking™ concepts to build positive relationships. Define personal boundaries and discuss how to end unhealthy relationships Find out when this course is offered
	OLS 110 - Learning Strategies 2 CR Presents different learning modalities and personal styles to articulate learning needs to others. Covers basic skills such as time management and organization. Students use templates and processes for effective reading and writing practices. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the program. Course Outcomes Analyze the characteristics of different learning styles Compile a description of student’s personal learning preferences Compile a list of academic accommodations specific to learning style profile Discuss and disclose educational accommodations to others with clarity Identify organizational tools and motivation techniques to complete assignments Demonstrate strategies to regulate and manage time to meet scheduling requirements Identify and discuss self determination, self management and team work strategies Discuss plagiarism and impact on learning success Use Bellevue College website and student e-mail account Find out when this course is offered
	OLS 111 - Learning Strategies in the College Environment 2 CR Covers specific methods of note taking, actively reading, researching information, writing research papers, presenting and producing effective writing and incorporating personal learning styles for success. Academic disclosure is discussed. Prerequisite(s): OLS 110 and Acceptance into the program. Course Outcomes Summarize, paraphrase, or quote information accurately and appropriately to avoid plagiarism Define purpose, main idea and supporting details in a range of print, electronic and lecture style formats. Demonstrate how to structure a written assignment Apply the writing process to develop a written draft of researched information Demonstrate effective online communication with peers and instructor Effectively evaluate website content for educational purposes Demonstrate reading retention strategies, before during and after reading. Apply note taking techniques to enhance learning Find out when this course is offered
	OLS 112 - News and Daily Living 3 CR Discusses the types of news and how it effects your daily life. Covers the correlation between reality and representation and how various points of view enter into the elements of news and applying it into an article. Prerequisite(s): OLS 110 , OLS 111 , OLS 140 , OLS 141 and Acceptance into the program. Course Outcomes Analyze free speech as it relates to news and the Bill of Rights Define what is considered news Explain how news is influenced by people, events and institutions Demonstrate the writing process by writing a news article Report on hard news in current events Summarize the main idea and supporting details in news articles or stories Present various points of views in current events Identify careers in the news field and the job tasks required Find out when this course is offered
	OLS 113 - Critical Thinking through Writing 2 CR Identify and practice critical thinking strategies. Students research, analyze, and debate current social issues using argumentative and persuasive formats. Structured to accommodate special needs learners. Prerequisite(s): OLS 110 , OLS 111 , and OLS 112 and acceptance into the program. Course Outcomes Identify key elements for writing with purpose to a specific audience Define and describe main idea and supporting details within a written piece Utilize organizational tools, revising techniques and proofreading Apply spell/grammar check to structure written material Utilize problem-solving templates to solve current social problems Create various types of writing including persuasive, descriptive, expository and narrative Describe in writing how to complete a procedure Find out when this course is offered
	OLS 114 - Critical Thinking through Media 2 CR Explores how media advertising works and why it is so successful with consumers. Analyzes the way buyers are influenced. Takes advertising and correlates it into purchase choices and personal attitudes. Prerequisite(s): OLS 110 , OLS 111 , OLS 112 , OLS 113 and Acceptance into the program. Course Outcomes Describe different forms of media and mediums. Describe how media reflects and shapes adult life. Access information from various media sources to make an informed decision. Demonstrate how media targets specific audiences. Analyze information from various media sources and discuss purpose of message. Summarize how media messages can influence a demographic group. Discuss how media can affect decision making and point of view. Compare media mediums and evaluate its effectiveness in delivery of information. Present media messages in context to persuade Find out when this course is offered
	OLS 120 - Personal Finance I 2 CR First course in the personal finance series. Students participate in developing a foundation of money management, the use of finance tools, and skills necessary for independent financial success. Prerequisite(s): OLS 110 , OLS 111 , OLS 140 , OLS 141 and acceptance into the program. Course Outcomes Use basic math and calculator skills to solve personal finance problems Define and appropriately apply banking terms and basic concepts in the context of personal money management activities Identify household bills and basic money management skills required to live independently Discuss the difference between a savings and a checking account and the benefits of both Compile a self-reflective spending journal to identify spending habits Demonstrate basic understanding of counting money and making change Compute sales tax, tip and discount amount off for products on sale Demonstrate basic understanding of how to read a store sales receipt and restaurant check Find out when this course is offered
	OLS 121 - Personal Finance II 2 CR Second course in the personal finance series. Students participate in compiling a spending journal, reflecting on wants and needs that develop into a personal budget. Covers basic financial concepts, safe practices when buying an item online, use of a credit or debit card, and using a savings account. Prerequisite(s): OLS 120 , OLS 141 and Acceptance into the program. Course Outcomes Compile a self-reflective spending journal Discuss safe practices when buying online and how to avoid common problems Discuss the difference between wants versus needs as related to a personal budget Write a check accurately and identify errors in incorrectly written checks Identify the elements of a basic budget Demonstrate how to reconcile checking accounts online Compare and contrast debit, ATM and credit cards Discuss retirement savings strategies Describe the difference between interest earned from a savings account and interest paid on credit card balances Find out when this course is offered
	OLS 122 - Personal Finance III 2 CR Third course in the personal finance series. Students participate in hands-on activities including creating and using their own budget and balancing accounts. Examines use of credit cards, money scams, and paycheck information. Focus is on applying personal money management knowledge in real and simulated situations to improve how to view and handle money. Prerequisite(s): OLS 120 , OLS 121 and Acceptance into the program. Course Outcomes Compile a self-reflective spending journal Describe practical and effective ways to improve personal money management and personal relationship to money Identify and describe current money scams in Washington State and nationwide, and present steps to decrease one’s vulnerability to such scams Analyze personal use of money using a personal monthly budget throughout the quarter Create and maintain a basic personal budget using computer software programs From the spending journal analyze personal spending habits and formulate goals as they relate to personal finances Discuss SSI, Trust Funds, Section VIII housing and other funding students might be receiving Identify and discuss payroll information, including direct deposit and current payroll tax information Discuss use of credit cards; including how interest rates are figured, fees, penalties and how to avoid misuse Find out when this course is offered

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NDT 352 - Polysomnography Studies

NDT 353 - Evoked Potential Studies

NDT 450 - Intraoperative Monitoring

NDT 451 - Long Term Epilepsy Monitoring

NDT 452 - Quantitative and Continuous EEG

NDT 453 - Functional MRI and Magnetic Encephalography

NDT 454 - Pediatric EEG Monitoring

NMTEC 190 - Introduction to Nuclear Medicine Technology

NMTEC 200 - Applied Anatomy & Physiology

NMTEC 201 - Basic Nuclear Medicine Science

NMTEC 202 - Instrumentation

NMTEC 203 - Computers in Nuclear Medicine

NMTEC 210 - Radiopharmacy

NMTEC 211 - Patient Care in Nuclear Medicine

NMTEC 212 - Positron Emission Tomography

NMTEC 229 - Introduction to Clinical Education

NMTEC 230 - Clinical Education I

NMTEC 231 - Clinical Education II

NMTEC 232 - Clinical Education III 1

NMTEC 233 - Clinical Education IV 1

NMTEC 234 - Clinical Education V 1

NMTEC 240 - Radiation Safety

NMTEC 241 - Radiation Biology

NMTEC 250 - Sectional Anatomy for Nuclear Medicine

NMTEC 260 - Clinical Nuclear Medicine I

NMTEC 261 - Clinical Nuclear Medicine II

NMTEC 262 - Clinical Nuclear Medicine III

NMTEC 275 - Board Preparation

NMTEC 280 - Computed Tomography for Nuclear Medicine

NMTEC 299 - Independent Study in Nuclear Medicine 1-1

NAC 106 - Nursing Assistant Foundations

NAC 107 - Nursing Assistant Technical Skills

NAC 108 - Nursing Assistant Practicum

NURS 099 - Nursing Student Success

NURS 100X - Foundations of Nursing

NURS 100Y - Foundations of Nursing Skills Lab

NURS 100Z - Foundations of Nursing Clinical

NURS 101X - Nursing Care of the Adult Client I

NURS 101Y - Nursing Care of the Adult Client Skills Lab

NURS 101Z - Nursing Care of the Adult Client I Clinical

NURS 102X - Nursing Care of the Adult Client II

NURS 102Y - Nursing Care of the Adult Client II Skills Lab

NURS 102Z - Nursing Care of the Adult Client II Clinical

NURS 120 - Nursing Fundamentals

NURS 121 - Nursing Fundamentals Clinical

NURS 122 - Nursing Care of the Adult Client I

NURS 123 - Nursing Care of the Adult Client I Clinical

NURS 124 - Nursing Care of the Adult Client II

NURS 125 - Nursing Care of the Adult Client II Clinical

NURS 198 - Independent Study Clinical

NURS 199 - Independent Lab

NURS 217X - Gerontology Nursing

NURS 221X - Behavioral Health Nursing

NURS 221Z - Behavioral Health Clinical

NURS 222X - Transition to Professional Nursing Practice

NURS 222Z - Transition to Professional Nursing Practice Clinical

NURS 231X - Pediatric Nursing Theory

NURS 231Y - Pediatric Nursing Skills Lab

NURS 231Z - Pediatric Nursing Clinical

NURS 233X - Maternal/Newborn Nursing Theory

NURS 233Z - Maternal/Newborn Nursing Clinical

NURS 252 - Nursing Care of the Behavioral Health Client

NURS 253 - Behavioral Health Clinical

NURS 254 - Nursing Care of the Pediatric Client

NURS 255 - Nursing Care of the Pediatric Client Clinical

NURS 256 - Nursing Care of the Maternal Client

NURS 257 - Nursing Care of the Maternal Client Clinical

NURS 260 - Transition to Professional Nursing

NURS 261 - Pre-Professional Nursing Preceptorship

NURS 290 - Global Health and Nursing

NURS 302 - Foundations of BSN Practice

NURS 320 - Foundations of Scholarly Inquiry

NURS 321 - Scholarly Inquiry Project Development

NURS 350 - Perspectives in Global Health

NURS 360 - Management in Healthcare

NURS 402 - Nursing Leadership Fieldwork

NURS 410 - Community and Public Health Nursing

NURS 420 - Leadership in Healthcare

NURS 451 - Nursing Health Information Technology Fieldwork