Unit Objectives Content Learning Activities Evaluation
Nur 101 1. Describe the A. Health History Method of Instruction Written exam
components of a 1. Purpose Lecture Clinical skills
Physical health history 2. Conducting a health history Powerpoint check off
Assessment 2. Perform a health 3. Environment presentation
history 4. Interview-subjective data Demonstration
3. Differentiate a. reason for seeking health Individual practice
Class time = 2 subjective form care Clinical
hours objective data b. health history reinforcement
4. Describe the c. pain assessment
components of a d. assessment of health
physical exam perceptions Required reading
5. Differentiate normal e. activity assignments
and abnormal f. nutrition Daniels, Rick. (2004)
findings on a physical g. elimination Nursing Fundamentals
exam h. sleep and rest Caring & Clinical
6. Demonstrate how to i. cognition and perception Decision Making. Ch. 27
perform a physical j. self perception Pgs. 545-650
exam on an acutely ill k. role and relationships
client l. coping and stress Kent, V. & McCarron, K.
tolerance (2004)
m. sexuality and reproduction Study guide to
n. values and beliefs accompany Nursing
A. Physical exam-objective data Fundamentals. Ch. 27
1. preparation
2. general survey
3. techniques
4. systems
Unit Objectives Content Learning Activities Evaluation
Nur 101 1. Identify the A. Physiology of nutrition Method of Instruction Written exam
physiologic value of 1. Digestion Lecture
Nutrition nutrients 2. Absorption Powerpoint
2. Describe how diet 3. Metabolism presentation
guidelines and menu 4. Energy Clinical
Class time = 2 planning promote 5. Excretion reinforcement
hours nutritional health B. Nutrients
3. Explain how culture 1. Water
influences food 2. Vitamins
preferences and 3. Minerals Required reading
eating habits 4. Carbohydrates assignments
4. Describe the process 5. Proteins Daniels, Rick. (2004)
of assessing a client’s 6. Fats Nursing Fundamentals
nutritional health C. Normal nutrition Caring & Clinical
5. Identify common 1. RDA’s Decision Making. Ch. 35
nursing diagnoses. 2. Food guide pyramid Pgs. 1004 - 1048
6. Identify common 3. Societal Concerns
intervention for 4. Weight management Kent, V. & McCarron, K.
clients experiencing a. overweight (2004)
nutritional deficits. b. underweight Study guide to
7. Describe the role of D. Factors affecting nutrition accompany Nursing
the nurse in a support 1. Age Fundamentals. Ch. 35
team for care of 2. Lifestyle To be turned in at the
clients with 3. Ethnic, cultural, and religious beginning of class
nutritional deficits. practices
E. Assessment
1. Nutritional history
2. Physical exam
3. Diagnostic laboratory data
F. Nursing Diagnoses
Unit Objectives Content Learning Activities Evaluation
G. Outcomes and planning
H. Implementation
1. Diet therapy
2. Assistance with feeding
3. Nutritional support
4. Enteral Support
Unit Objectives Content Learning Activities Evaluation
Nur 101 1. Differentiate health, A. Health, Illness, and Wellness Method of Instruction Written exam
illness, and wellness 1. Models of health Lecture/Discussion Written
Health and the 2. Identify the 2. Illness perspectives assignment
Individual theoretical models of 3. Wellness perspectives Clinical
health B. Health behaviors reinforcement
3. Differentiate health 1. Variables influencing health
Class time = 2 promotion, health behaviors
hours protection, and C. Health Promotion
disease prevention. 1. Health promotion activities Required reading
4. Describe the nurse’s 2. Health protection activities assignments
role regarding the 3. Disease prevention activities Nursing Fundamentals;
client’s needs and 4. Nurse’s role R. Daniels, (2004).
health. D. Needs and Health Chapter 2 & 32
1. Physiological Dimension
2. Psychological Dimension Required Written
3. Sociocultural Dimension Assignment.
4. Intellectual Dimension Study guide to
5. Spiritual Dimension accompany Nursing
6. Sexual Dimension Fundamentals. Chapter
32, pages 145-148.
Unit Objectives Content Learning Activities Evaluation
Nur 101 1. Explain the theories A. Defining old age Method of Instruction Written exam
and myths of aging 1. Theories on aging Lecture
Age 2. Describe the physical 2. Myths and Stereotypes Powerpoint
Appropriate and psychological 3. Quality of life among the presentation
Care changes of aging and elderly Clinical
how these affect B. Changes associated with aging reinforcement
activities of daily 1. Developmental changes
Class time = 2 living 2. Physiological changes
hours 3. Describe the 3. Psychosocial changes
psychosocial impact C. Medications and the adult Required reading
of retirement, loss, D. Mistreatment of the adult assignments (text &
changes in E. Nursing Process articles)
relationships and 1. Assessment Daniels, Rick. (2004)
living arrangements 2. Nursing Diagnoses Nursing Fundamentals
may have on the 3. Outcomes and planning Caring & Clinical
older client. 4. Implementation Decision Making. Ch 19
4. List safety 5. Evaluation Pgs. 378-404
considerations for the
young, middle and
older adult
5. Discuss the use of the
nursing process with
young, middle and
older clients
Unit Objectives Content Learning Activities Evaluation
Nur 101 1. Describe the types of I. Pain Method of Instruction Written exam
pain A. Nature of Pain Lecture Written
Comfort and 2. Discuss the 1. Myths Powerpoint assignment
Sleep physiology of pain 2. Types presentation
3. Discuss the nursing B. Physiology of Pain Clinical
process and applied 1. Nociceptice Pain reinforcement
Class time = 2 to clients with pain 2. Gate Control Theory
hours 4. Describe the C. Factors Affecting Pain experience
pharmacological and 1. Age
nonpharmacological 2. Pervious Experiences Required reading
interventions for pain 3. Cultural Issues assignments (text &
5. Describe the stages of D. Assessment articles)
sleep E. Nursing Diagnosis Daniels, Rick. (2004)
6. Discuss the nursing F. Outcomes and Planning Nursing Fundamentals
process as applied to G. Implementation Caring & Clinical
clients with problems H. Evaluation Decision Making.
with sleep and rest II. Rest and Sleep Ch. 40 & 42
A. Physiology of Rest and Sleep
1. Stages of Sleep Kent, V. & McCarron, K.
2. Sleep Cycle (2004)
B. Biological Clock Study guide to
C. Factors Affecting Rest and Sleep accompany Nursing
D. Illness or Hospitalization Fundamentals.
E. Alterations in Sleep Patterns Ch. 40 & 42
F. Assessment
G. Nursing Diagnosis
H. Outcomes and Planning
I. Implementation
J. Evaluation
Unit Objectives Content Learning Activities Evaluation
Nur 101 1. Review the A. Physiology of Fluid and Acid- Method of Instruction Written exam
physiological Base Balance Lecture
Fluid and processes relative to 1. Fluid Compartments Powerpoint
Electrolytes fluid and electrolyte 2. Body Water Distribution presentation
balances 3. Electrolytes In class activity
2. Describe assessment 4. Movement of Body Fluids Clinical
Class time = 2 findings seen in 5. Regulators of Fluid Balance reinforcement
hours clients with 6. Acid-Base Balance
disturbances in fluid 7. Regulators of Acid-Base
and electrolyte Balance
balances B. Factors Affecting Fluid and Required reading
3. Describe how the Electrolyte Balance assignments
nursing process is 1. Age Daniels, Rick. (2004)
applied to the client 2. Lifestyle Nursing Fundamentals
with disturbances in C. Disturbances in Electrolyte and Caring & Clinical
fluid and electrolyte Acid-Base Balance Decision Making.
balances. 1. Electrolyte Disturbances Ch. 34, pgs. 940 – 976 &
2. Acid-Base Disturbances 998 – 1002.
D. Assessment
E. Diagnostic and Laboratory Data Kent, V. & McCarron, K.
F. Nursing Diagnosis (2004)
G. Planning and Outcomes Study guide to
H. Implementation accompany Nursing
I. Evaluation Fundamentals.
Ch. 34, pgs. 153-157
Unit Objectives Content Learning Activities Evaluation
Nur 101 1. Describe the basic A. Physiology of Oxygenation Method of Instruction Written exam
physiological 1. Ventilation Lecture
Oxygenation mechanisms of 2. Alveolar Gas Exchange Powerpoint
ventilation, 3. Oxygen transport and presentation
circulation, and Delivery Clinical
Class time = 2 oxygenation B. Factors Affecting Oxygenation reinforcement
hours 2. Discuss the 1. Age
application of the 2. Environment and Lifestyle
nursing process to the 3. Disease Process
client with impaired 4. Physiological Responses to Required reading
oxygenation Reduced Oxygenation assignments
3. Describe actions for C. Assessment
emergency support of D. Nursing Diagnosis Daniels, Rick. (2004)
airway, ventilation, E. Outcomes and Planning Nursing Fundamentals
and circulation F. Implementation Caring & Clinical
G. Evaluation Decision Making.
Ch. 39, pgs. 1237-1304
Kent, V. & McCarron, K.
(2004)
Study guide to
accompany Nursing
Fundamentals.
Ch. 39
Unit Objectives Content Learning Activities Evaluation
Nur 101 1. Describe various A. Loss Method of Instruction Written exam
losses that affect 1. Loss as Crisis Lecture
Loss and Grief individuals at 2. Types of Loss Powerpoint
different stages of the B. Grief presentation
life cycle 1. Theories of the Grieving Clinical
Class time = 2 2. Differentiate adaptive Process reinforcement
hours grief and pathological 2. Types of Grief
grief 3. Factors Affecting Grief
3. Explain the 4. Assessment
relationship between 5. Diagnosis Required reading
loss and grief 6. Outcomes assignments
4. Discuss the 7. Implementation Daniels, Rick. (2004)
application of the 8. Evaluation Nursing Fundamentals
nursing process to the C. Death Caring & Clinical
client and family 1. End of Life Care Decision Making.
experiencing loss and 2. Stages of Death and Dying Ch. 45
grief 3. Ethical Implications
5. Discuss the needs of 4. Assessment Kent, V. & McCarron, K.
the dying person and 5. Diagnosis (2004)
family 6. Outcomes/Planning Study guide to
6. Discuss nursing 7. Implementation accompany Nursing
responsibilities when 8. Evaluation Fundamentals. Ch. 45
the client dies D. Care After Death
1. Care of the Body
2. Legal Aspects
3. Care of the Family
E. Nurse’s Self Care
Unit Objectives Content Learning Activities Evaluation
Nursing 101 The student will be I. Learning Theory Method of Instruction 1. Written exam
able to: A. Andragogy 1. Lecture 2. Participation in
Client 1. List at least 3 1. Principles of Knowles’ Theory Powerpoint group activities
Education principles for II. Domains of Learning 2. Small group activity
adult learning A. Cognitive
Class time = theory. B. Affective
2 hrs 2. Differentiate C. Psychomotor Required reading
between the III. Assessment of Learning assignments
domains of A. Baseline Knowledge
learning (ie, B. Cultural & Language Daniels, Rick. (2004)
cognitive, C. Motivational Factors Nursing Fundamentals
affective, D. Compliance Caring & Clinical
psychomotor). E. Literacy Level Decision Making.
3. Describe aspects F. Sensory & Physical Status Ch. 28 pgs. 652-673
of the assessment IV. Knowledge Deficit
used to A. Validation of Diagnosis Kent, V. & McCarron,
individualize V. Outcome Criteria (Goals) K. (2004)
client teaching. A. Client-centered Study guide to
4. Construct a B. Measurable accompany Nursing
client outcome C. Time-limited Fundamentals. Ch. 28
for measurement D. Realistic Pgs. 123-126
of learning. E. Mutually agreed
5. Discuss various VI. Teaching Strategies
teaching A. Lectures
strategies for B. Discussion
client education. C. Demonstration
6. Identify methods D. Role Playing
of evaluation that E. Values Clarification
are appropriate F. Teaching Aids
for domains of VII. Evaluation of Learning
learning. A. Written tests
B. Oral tests
C. Return Demonstration
D. Simulation
E. Developmental Considerations
Unit Objectives Content Learning Activities Evaluation
Nursing 101 The student will be I. Nursing Theory Method of Instruction 1. Written exam
able to: A. Conceptual Framework 1. Lecture
Conceptual 1. Discuss the B. Nursing Theory Components
Foundations current issues 1. Person Required reading
of Nursing and trends that 2. Environment assignments
are affecting 3. Health
Class time = nursing practice. 4. Nursing Practice Daniels, Rick. (2004)
2 hrs 2. Describe the a. Dorothea Orem Nursing Fundamentals
fundamental b. Patricia Benner Caring & Clinical
concepts of C. Non-nursing Theory Decision Making.
community- 1. General Systems Theory Ch. 1, 3, and hand out.
based health II. Nursing Education Programs
care. A. Practical Nursing Kent, V. & McCarron,
3. List the primary B. Associate Degree Nursing K. (2004)
members of the C. Diploma Nursing Study guide to
health care team D. Baccalaureate Nursing accompany Nursing
and the settings E. Advanced Practice/Doctoral Fundamentals. Ch. 1
in which they III. Community-based Health Care
practice. A. Levels of Healthcare
4. Explain the 1. Primary
impact of care 2. Secondary
issues on the 3. Tertiary
delivery of B. Healthcare Team Members
health care for C. Healthcare Settings
nurses and D. Quality Care Issues
clients. IV. Nursing Roles/Responsibilities
5. Discuss the A. Caregiver
development of B. Decision-maker
the nursing role C. Client Advocate
and its relevance D. Manager/Coordinator
6. Discuss the E. Communicator
relationship F. Educator
between nursing G. Expanded Roles of Advanced
and non-nursing Practice
theories. V. Professional Practice
7. Describe the A. Standards of Practice
characteristics of B. Nurse Practice Acts
each of the C. Nursing Organizations
educational VI. Issues & Trends In Nursing
programs for A. Coordination and Planning of Care
entry level B. Community-based Care
nursing practice. C. Increase in consumerism
D. Technological Advances
E. Increased Ambulatory, Outpatient
Care
F. Case Management
G. Managed Care
Unit Objectives Content Learning Activities Evaluation
Nursing 101 The student will be I. Definition of Culture Method of 1. Written exam
able to: II. Relevant Terms Instruction 2. Participation in
Culture 1. Define relevant A. Culture Shock 1. Lecture verbal discussion of
terms: ethnicity, B. Ethnicity Powerpoint case studies
Class time = culture, culture C. Ethnocentrism 2. Case studies
2 hr. shock, D. Acculturation
ethnocentrism, E. Cultural Diversity Required reading
sterotyping, F. Cultural Relativity assignments
acculturation. III. Transcultural Nursing Daniels, Rick. (2004)
2. Discuss cultural A. Leininger’s Modes of Culturally Nursing
phenomenon Congruent Care Fundamentals Caring
specific to major B. Steps for Culturally Sensitive Nursing & Clinical Decision
ethnic groups. Care Making.
3. Apply nursing IV. Cultural Phenomenon Ch. 5, pgs. 90-112.
strategies that A. Environment: Health Practices
promote B. Biological Variations Kent, V. &
culturally 1. Growth & Development McCarron, K. (2004)
sensitive care to 2. Diet Study guide to
specific ethnic C. Social Organization accompany Nursing
populations. D. Communication Fundamentals. Ch. 5
E. Personal Space
F. Time Orientation
V. Major Ethnic Groups
A. Asian Americans
B. African Americans
C. Native Americans
D. Spanish Americans
Unit Objectives Content Learning Activities Evaluation
Nursing 101 The student will be I. Pharmacokinetics Method of Instruction 1. Written exam
able to: A. Absorption 1. Lecture
Pharmacology: 1. Discuss the B. Distribution Powerpoint
Medication pharmacokinetic C. Metabolism 2. Demonstration of
Administration actions to D. Excretion Administration of Oral
include: II. Nomenclature of Drugs Medications
Class time = 4 absorption, A. Chemical
hrs. distribution, B. Generic Required reading
metabolism, and C. Trade assignments
excretion. III. Pharmacology Nursing
2. Define A. Therapeutic Effects Fundamentals; R.
chemical, B. Side Effects & Adverse Effects Daniels, (2004).
generic, and C. Interactions Chapter 30 (p.726-
trade names of D. Factors Affecting Drug Actions 757; 786-809)
medications. IV. Components of Medication Orders Pharmacology and
3. List the essential A. Name the Nursing Process
components of a B. Dosage Lilly, Harrington,
medication C. Frequency Snyder, (2005).
order. D. Route Chapter 9 (p.98-107;
4. Define relevant E. Signature of Prescriber 128-141)
terms: F. Types of Orders
therapeutic 1. Standing Continued, see next
effects, adverse 2. PRN page
effects, side 3. One-time
effects. 4. Stat
5. Utilize the 5. Telephone, Verbal, or Fax
nursing process V. Distribution Systems
to evaluate A. Stock Supply
client responses B. Unit Dose Supply
Unit Objectives Content Learning Activities Evaluation
to medications. C. Automated Medication-dispensing
6. Identify the System Laboratory
“five rights” of D. Self-administered System assignments due at
medication VI. Application of the Nursing Process beginning of class
administration. A. Assessment Study Guide for
7. Differentiate the 1. Medical & Drug History Nursing Fundamentals
essential steps of 2. Diet/Fluid Orders Chapter 30, questions
administration 3. Laboratory Values # 1-5, 10, 11, 14, 23,
based on the 4. Physical Assessment 24, 27-29.
various routes of B. Nursing Diagnosis
medications. 1. Knowledge Deficit
C. Planning/Implementation
1. Five Rights of Medication
8. Explain the role Administration
of the nurse in 2. Routes
promoting a. Oral
safety during b. Topical
medication c. Nasal
administration. d. Eye Instillation
e. Ear Instillation
f. Vaginal & Rectal Instillation
g. Alternative Routes
3. Documentation
D. Evaluation
1. Client Response
Unit Objectives Content Learning Activities Evaluation
Nursing 101 The student will be I. Critical Thinking – Definition Method of 1. Written exam
able to: A. Components Instruction 2. Completion of
Nursing 1. Discuss the B. Characteristics of Critical Thinkers 1. Lecture small group
Process & factors that C. Factors To Promote Critical Thinking Powerpoint activities
Documentat promote critical 1. Self-Reflection 2. Small group
ion thinking. 2. Creativity activities
2. Identify the 3. Intellectual Development
Class time = essential phases II. Nursing Process Required reading
4 hrs. of the nursing A. Phases assignments
process. 1. Assessment Daniels, Rick. (2004)
3. Describe the a. Data Collection Nursing
methods for data b. Physical Examination Fundamentals Caring
collection during c. Subjective vs. Objective Data & Clinical Decision
the assessment d. Comprehensive Data Base Making.
phase. 2. Nursing Diagnosis Ch. 10-16
4. Differentiate a. Actual - Diagnosis, Related to,
between & Defining Characteristics Kent, V. &
subjective and b. Potential – Risk for, Diagnosis, McCarron, K. (2004)
objective data. & Related to Study guide to
5. Name the 3. Outcome Identification & Planning accompany Nursing
essential a. Essential Components for Fundamentals.
components of Measurable Outcomes (Goals) Ch. 10-16
the nursing b. Short Term vs. Long Term
diagnosis. Outcomes
6. Describe the 4. Implementation: Interventions
essential a. Relationship with Nursing
components for Diagnosis & Goals
formulating a b. Based on Scientific Rationale
Unit Objectives Content Learning Activities Evaluation
client outcome 5. Evaluation
(goal). a. Effectiveness Based on
7. Identify the Outcomes
relationship b. Met, Unmet, Partially Met
between Outcomes
interventions and c. Revision of Nursing Care Plan
scientific III. Documentation
rationale. A. Purposes
8. Explain the B. Principles
methods for 1. Accuracy
modifying the 2. Objectivity
nursing plan of 3. Correction of Errors
care based on the 4. Organization
data identified 5. Timeliness
during the 6. Legibility
evaluation C. Types of Nursing Entries
phase. 1. Narrative Notes
9. Describe the 2. Kardex
principles of 3. Nursing Care Plan
documentation. 4. Flowsheets
10. Name the basic 5. Clinical Pathways
types of nursing 6. Medication Records
entries. 7. Incident Reports
Unit Objectives Content Learning Activities Evaluation
Nursing 101 The student will be I. Ethics in Nursing Method of 1. Written exam
able to: A. Relevant Terms Instruction 2. Completion of
Ethical and 1. Define relevant 1. Ethics 1. Lecture group work
Legal Issues terms: ethics, 2. Bioethics Powerpoint
in ethical 3. Framework 2. Group work
Healthcare framework, a. Utilitarian
utilitarianism, b. Deontological Required reading
Class time = and II. Ethical Principles in Nursing assignments
2 hrs deontological. A. Autonomy
2. Discuss ethical B. Nonmaleficence Daniels, Rick. (2004)
principles C. Beneficence Nursing
associated with D. Veracity Fundamentals Caring
the practice of E. Confidentiality & Clinical Decision
nursing. F. Justice Making.
3. Describe steps to G. Values Clarification Ch. 8 & 9
assist in conflict III. Conflict Resolution
resolution. A. Areas for Clarification Kent, V. &
4. Discuss ethical B. Steps to Assist with Resolution McCarron, K. (2004)
issues commonly C. Issues in Nursing Study guide to
associated with 1. Client Preference accompany Nursing
healthcare 2. Informed Consent Fundamentals.
decisions. 3. Quality of Life Ch. 8 & 9
5. Differentiate 4. Resolving Ethical Dilemmas
between civil, IV. Types of Law
criminal, and 1. Civil Law
administrative a. Intentional Torts
law. b. Unintentional Torts
6. Identify sensitive 2. Criminal Law
Unit Objectives Content Learning Activities Evaluation
legal issues that 3. Administrative Law
may precipitate a. Licensure
legal action b. Nursing Practice Acts
and/or lawsuits. c. Standards of Care
V. Legally Sensitive Areas
1. Informed Consent
2. Controlled Substances
3. Death/Dying
4. Euthanasia
5. Advance Directives
6. Good Samaritan Law
7. Resuscitation
8. Wills
9. Liability Insurance
10. Autopsy
11. Organ Donation
Unit Objectives Content Learning Activities Evaluation
Nur 101 The student will be able I. Understanding Diagnostic Testing Method of Instruction Written exam
to: A. Preparing a Client for Lecture Completion of
Diagnostic Diagnostic Test Powerpoint written
Testing 1. Discuss the relevant B. Care of the Client During presentation assignments
client teaching guidelines Diagnostic Test
Lab time = 2 for the care of the client C. Care of the Client After
hours before, during, and after Diagnostic Test Required reading
diagnostic testing. II. Laboratory Tests : Specimen assignments
2. Describe the common Collections Daniels, Rick. (2004)
specimen collection A. Point of Care Testing Nursing Fundamentals
methods. B. Venipuncture Caring & Clinical
3. Describe common C. Urine Test Decision Making.
invasive and noninvasive D. Stool Test Ch. 29, pgs. 676-703,
diagnostic procedures. E. Blood Tests 708-713, 716-717, 722-
4. Discuss nursing 1. Complete Blood Count 723
interventions for the a. Red Blood Cell
common diagnostic Count
procedures. b. Hemoglobin
c. Hematocrit
d. White Blood Count
2. Blood Glucose
3. Serum Electrolyes
a. Sodium
b. Potassium
c. Calcium
d. Chloride
e. Magnesium
f. Phosphate
Unit Objectives Content Learning Activities Evaluation
F. Culture & Sensitivity
Tests
III. Radiologic Studies : Chest X-ray
IV. Ultrasonography
V. Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Nursing The student will be I. Assessment Method of Instruction Written exam
101 able to: A. Clinical Manifestations of: Lecture Completion of
1. Upper Respiratory Tract Powerpoint written
Assessment & 1. Utilize the nursing a. Rhinitis presentation assignments
Management of process as a b. Sinusitis Completion of
Patients with framework for care c. Pharyngitis nursing care
Upper of patients with . d. Tonsillitis Required reading plan
Respiratory Upper Respiratory e. Laryngitis assignments
Tract Disorders tract disorders. f. Epistaxis Ignatavicius, D. (2006)
2. Use assessment g. Nasal Obstruction Medical-Surgical
Class time = 2 parameters B. Diagnostics Nursing: Critical
hours appropriate for 1. Cultures & Sensitivity Test Thinking For
determining the 2. Radiological examination Collaborative Care.
characteristics and of the Sinuses & Nasal Ch. 32 pgs. 564-565 &
severity of major Area Ch. 34 pgs 628-633
symptoms of 3. Bronchoscopy
respiratory 4 Laryngoscopy
dysfunction’s. II. Nursing Diagnosis : Upper
3. Identify the nursing Respiratory Tract
implications of the 1. Pain related to upper airway
various procedures irritation
used for diagnostic 2. Ineffective airway clearance
evaluation of r/t excessive secretions
respiratory 3. Fluid volume deficit r/t
function. inability to swallow liquids
4. Compare and 4. Knowledge deficit r/t
contrasts disorders prevention of upper
of the upper respiratory infections
respiratory tract III. Planning: Client Outcomes
with regard to A. Maintenance & improved
pathophysiology, patent airway.
clinical B. Absence of fluid volume
manifestations, deficit & maintenance of
assessment and adequate nutrition.
diagnostic findings, C. Absence of complications.
medical, surgical, D. Improved activity tolerance
and nursing & maximal self-
management. management.
5. Discuss changes in E. Increased knowledge about
the respiratory the disease and treatment
system related to regimen and adherence to
the elderly. the medication regimen.
F. Improved coping ability.
IV. Implementation
A. Interventions
1. Patient Education
2. Medical
3. Surgical
B. Pharmacology
C. Nutrition
V. Evaluation
A. Client Responses
B. Critical Thinking
Unit Objectives Content Learning Activities Evaluation
NUR 101 The student will be able I. Skin Integrity Method of Instruction Written exam
to: A. Layers Lecture Completion of
Skin Integrity 1. Epidermis Powerpoint written
and Wound 1. Discuss normal 2. Dermis presentation assignments
Healing integumentary function. B. Functions Skill demonstration Skill
2. Identify normal skin C. Normal Characteristics demonstration
changes that occur with D. Changes That Occur With Required reading
Class time = 2 aging. Aging assignments
hours 3. Discuss factors that E. Factors That Affect
affect integumentary Integumentary Function Daniels, Rick. (2004)
function. II. Wound Healing Nursing Fundamentals
4. Describe the normal A. Physiology of Wound Healing Caring & Clinical
process of tissue healing. B. Kinds of Wound Drainage Decision Making.
5. Discuss factors that C. Factors Affecting Wound Ch. 36, pgs. 1050-1079
may impair or promote Healing & 1083-1085
wound healing. D. Wound Classifications
6. Discuss common III. Nursing Process Related to Kent, V. & McCarron, K.
complications of wound Wounds (2004)
healing. A. Assessment Study guide to
7. Identify risk factors 1. Health History accompany Nursing
for the development of 2. Physical Examination Fundamentals.
pressure ulcers. B. Nursing Diagnosis Pgs. 165-169 (complete
8. Discuss pressure ulcer 1. Impaired Tissue Integrity 1-20)
staging. 2. Risk for Infection
9. Discuss nursing 3. Acute or Chronic Pain
interventions to prevent 4. Disturbed Body Image
pressure ulcers. 5. Deficient Knowledge
C. Planning: Client Outcome
1. Promoting Wound
Healing
2. Preventing Infection
3. Educating The Client
D. Implementation:
1. Interventions
a. Client Education
b. Medical
2. Pharmacology
3. Nutrition
E. Evaluation
1. Client Responses
2. Critical Thinking
IV. Pressure Ulcers
A. Definition
B. Stages of Development
C. Risk Factors
V. Nursing Process Related to
Pressure Ulcers
A. Assessment
B. Nursing Diagnoses
1. Impaired Tissue Integrity
2. Risk for Infection
3. Acute or Chronic Pain
4. Disturbed Body Image
5. Deficient knowledge
C. Planning: Client Outcomes
1. Based On Client's Overall
Physical Condition
2. The Stages Of The Wound
3. The Client's Risk Factors
4. Client Teaching
D. Implementation:
1. Interventions
a. Client Education
b. Medical
2. Pharmacology
3. Nutrition
E. Evaluation
1. Client Responses
2. Critical Thinking
Unit Objectives Content Learning Activities Evaluation
Nursing 101 The student will be I. Safety Method of 1. Written exam
able to: A. Factors Affecting Safety Instruction 2. Completion of
Safety, 1. Identify factors B. Types of Accidents in Health Care Setting 1. Lecture written assignments
Infection that affect C. Potential Occupational Hazards in Health Powerpoint 3. Skill
Control, and environmental Care Setting Skill demonstration
Hygiene safety. D. Fall Prevention demonstration
2. Discuss the E. Restraints
Class time = nurse's role in safety F. Fire Prevention Required reading
2 hours maintenance, G. Safe Operation Of Electrical Equipment assignments
prevention, and H. Reduce Exposure to Radiation
education. I. Poisoning Prevention Daniels, Rick. (2004)
3. Identify the six II. Infection Control Nursing
components of the A. Chain of Infection Fundamentals Caring
chain of infection. B. Normal Defense Mechanisms & Clinical Decision
4. Define C. Stages of the Infectious Process Making. Ch. 33 pgs.
nosocomial infection D. Nosocomial Infection 871-935 & Ch. 26
and discuss the E. Preventing the Spread of Infection pgs. 507-544.
nurse's role in F. Isolation
decreasing the risk III. Disease Process Kent, V. &
for noscomial A. Assessment McCarron, K. (2004)
infections. 1. Clinical Manifestation of: Study guide to
5. Discuss the use of a. Acquired Immunodeficiency accompany Nursing
barriers to prevent Syndrome Fundamentals.
the transfer of 2. Diagnostics Pg.115 critical
pathogens. a. Laboratory findings thinking exercise #16
6. Discuss the two- 1. ELISA & pg. 152 critical
tiered system of 2. Western blot test thinking exercise #18
isolation. 3. CBC and differential
7. Describe the 4. HIV culture Continued reading…
modes of 5. T-cell studies
Unit Objectives Content Learning Activities Evaluation
transmission of b. Diagnostic tests
AIDS. 1. Bronchoscopy Ignatavicius, D.
8. Explain the 2. Pulmonary Function Tests (2006)
physiology 3. EEG Medical-Surgical
underlying the 4. CT and MRI scans Nursing: Critical
clinical B. Nursing Diagnoses Thinking For
manifestations of 1. High risk for infections r/t Collaborative Care.
AIDS. immunocompromised state Pgs. 423-448
9. Describe nursing 2. Impaired skin integrity r/t
diagnoses common nonhealing lesions
to clients with AIDS. 3. of HIV infections, diarrhea, &
10. Discuss the altered nutrition
nursing interventions 4. Ineffective airway clearance r/t
appropriate for increased bronchial secretions &
clients with AIDS. decreased ability to cough
11. Use the nursing 5. Knowledge deficit r/t prevention of
process as a HIV transmission.
framework for care 6. Fear & ineffective coping r/t
of the client with inability to control disease progress
AIDS. & terminal illness.
12. Discuss factors C. Planning: Client Outcomes
that influence a D. Implementation
patient's personal 1. Interventions
hygiene practice and a. Client Education
the nursing b. Medical
interventions that 2. Pharmacology
promote a patient's 3. Nutrition
personal hygiene. E. Evaluation
1. Client Responses
2. Critical Thinking
Unit Objectives Content Learning Activities Evaluation
IV. Hygiene
A. Hygiene care
B. Factors Influencing Hygienic Practice
1. Body Image
2. Social and Cultural Practices
3. Personal Preferences
4. Socioeconomic Status
5. Knowledge
C. Nursing Interventions that Promote a
Patient's Personal Hygiene
Unit Objectives Content Learning Activities Evaluation
Nursing 101 1. List 5 1. Communication Method of Instruction
components of a. definition 1. lecture 1. Written
communication b. components 2. role play Exam
Communication 2. Describe 2. Take Home
factors 2. Factors influencing communication Quiz
influencing the 3. Communication Modes 3. Participation
ability to 4. Nonverbal communication Required reading in class
Class time = 2 communicate 5. Therapeutic Communication assignments
hours 3. Name 3 ways a. definition Daniels, Rick. (2004)
communication b. key elements Nursing Fundamentals
is transmitted c. nurse-client relationships Caring & Clinical
4. Describe the 6. Barriers to Communication Decision Making.
differences 7. Communication Tips Ch. 4
between social 8. Special Communication techniques
and therapeutic a. therapeutic
communication b. nontherapeutic Critical Thinking
5. List Activities
communication
barriers that Interactive games
occur in
communication
with clients
6. Describe
communication
techniques
utilized in
nursing
interaction
Unit Objectives Content Learning Activities Evaluation
NUR 101 The student will be able I. Perioperative Phases Method of Instruction Written exam
to: A. Preoperative Lecture Completion of
Responding to 1. Assessment PowerPoint written
the Needs of 1. Define the three a. Health History presentation assignments
the phases of the b. Physical Assessment
Perioperative perioperative experience. 2. Risk Factors
Client 2. Discuss risk factors 3. Diagnostic Screening Required reading
involved in caring for a 4. Preoperative Teaching assignments
Class time = 2 perioperative patient. 5. Physical Preparation
hours 3. Discuss the nurse's 6. Day of Surgery Ignatavicius, Donna D.
role in caring for B. Intraoperative and Workman, M. Linda
perioperative patient. 1. Anesthesia (2006). Medical-Surgical
4. Discuss the a. General Anesthesia Nursing: Critical
application of the nursing b. Regional Anesthesia Thinking For
process in care of the c. Spinal vs. Epidural Collaborative Care. (5th
perioperative patient. Anesthesia ed.), Elsevier Saunders,
5. Discuss pediatric d. Local Anesthetics Chapters 20, 21, & 22.
considerations in caring e. Conscious Sedation (pgs 294-357).
for a perioperative 2. Role of the Nurse in OR
patient. C. Postoperative Snyder, Julie S. and
1. Postoperative Surgical Kerby, Linda L. (2006).
Phase Critical Thinking Study
2. Post-op Assessment Guide to Accompany
3. Specific Systems Medical-Surgical
Assessments Nursing: Critical
4. Pain Control Thinking for
5. Assessment for Collaborative Care. (5th
Complications ed.), Elsevier Saunders,
II. Nursing Process pages 139-140 Case
A. Assessment Study, pgs. 146-147 Case
1. Health History Study, and page 153
2. Physical Examination Case Study. (Complete
B. Nursing Diagnoses before class and bring
1. Anxiety r/t threat to or to class).
change in health status,
fear of unknown
2. Knowledge deficit r/t
preoperative procedures,
postoperative expectations
3. Sleep pattern disturbance
r/t anxiety about upcoming
surgery
4. Activity intolerance r/t
pain, surgical procedure
5. Pain r/t inflammation or
injury in surgical area
6. Ineffective breathing pattern
r/t general anesthesia.
7. Ineffective airway
clearance r/t absent or weak
cough.
8. Risk for altered tissue
perfusion r/t shock
9. Risk for fluid volume deficit
r/t blood loss
10. Risk for injury r/t
disorientation.
11. Risk for infection r/t
disruption of skin integrity
12. Urinary retention r/t
anesthetic effects.
C. Planning: Client Outcomes
D. Implementation
A. Interventions
1. Client Education
2. Medical
3. Surgical
B. Pharmacology
C. Nutrition
E. Evaluation
A. Client Responses
B. Critical Thinking
III. Pediatric Considerations
1. Informed Consent
2. Psychological Preparation