2021-2022 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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Nurse Anesthesia |
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RSCH 790 - RESEARCH I: Methods (3)
This course provides students with an overview of quantitative and qualitative research designs and data analysis methodologies. Students explore ethics for research with human subjects, principles of scientific research, research design, measurement characteristics, types of applied statistics, data collection, sampling, and general categories of data analyses through critical examination of published studies. Principles of evidence-based practice, including clinical question formulation and the identification of appropriate information sources, are incorporated in order to assess the scientific support for, and to direct decision-making in, the practice of nurse anesthesia.
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Nursing |
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MSNE 540 - Advanced Physical Assessment, Pathophysiology and Pharmacology for Nurse Educators (4)
This course focuses on advanced physical assessment, pathophysiology and pharmacology. Students will explore disease management of acute, genetic and chronic conditions across the lifespan. Earning will be enhanced with simulation and case studies. Students are expected to complete fifty (50) hours of clinical practice. (Didactic 3 cr) (Clinical 1 cr) (14-wk).
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MSNE 570 - Teaching Methods and Strategies for Nurse Educators (2)
This course provides a foundation for the nurse educator to implement evidence-based teaching and learning methods and strategies in various educational settings. The integration of educational technology and innovation to enhance strategies will be emphasized. Internal and external influences, and theories impacting 21st Century profession of nursing education will be analyzed. This is a two (2) credit hours didactic course and students are expected to complete 30 clock hours.
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MSNG 546 - Strategic Leadership in Nursing (3)
This course examines various nursing leadership theories and strategies for leading individuals, groups, or systems within the complex, rapidly changing healthcare environments. Students will identify dimensions of the nursing workforce, workplace issues, and evidence-based leadership strategies that lead to positive organizational outcomes. Concepts of human resource and business management will be explored. The role of nurse leaders and the effects of the leadership style on workplace culture will also be discussed. This is a three (3) credit hours didactic course, and students are expected to complete 45 clock hours.
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NURS 115 - Introduction to Professional Nursing (2)
This course introduces the student to the profession of nursing, the Neuman Systems Model, the nursing process, clinical reasoning, the education of nurses, patient education, nursing research, healthcare informatics, healthcare policy, legal and ethical issues in healthcare, and roles of the nurse. The student will also develop critical thinking and communication skills necessary for the professional practice of nursing. This course includes two credit hours of theory (30 clock hours).
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NURS 220 - Foundations of Nursing (4) Prerequisites: ENGL 144 , NURS 225 , NURS 230 , NURS 235
Corequisite: NURS 240 , NURS 265
This course focuses on the application of the nursing process in the provision of primary, secondary, and tertiary interventions to strengthen, and/or reconstitute the adult client/patient’s lines of defense and resistance to internal, external, and created stressors. The student will identify stressors affecting the physiological, psychological, sociocultural, developmental, and spiritual variables of the client/patient system. The student will provide care to patients/clients in the acute care and community environments. This course includes two credit hours of theory (30 clock hours) and two credit hours of clinical (90 clock hours).
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NURS 220C - Foundations of Nursing Clinical (0)
Corequisite: NURS 220
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NURS 225 - Introduction to Health Assessment (4) Prerequisites: BIOL 101 , BIOL 101L , BIOL 102 , BIOL 102L , BIOL 225 , BIOL 225L , ENGL 101 , ENGL 102 , MATH 103 , NURS 115 , NUTR 122 , PSYC 128 , RELP 103 , SOCI 125 , CHEM 101
Corequisite: NURS 230 , NURS 235 , ENGL 144
This course provides the student with a comprehensive approach to health assessment using the nursing process. It incorporates theory and practice in history taking, physical examination techniques, use of assessment tools /equipment and health teaching. A wholistic approach, integrating cultural considerations, is utilized as the student learns common variations seen in healthy clients, age-related variations, and common abnormal findings. Case studies, as well as actual assessments, will provide a comprehensive learning experience. The student will learn a generalized as well as a focused approach to assessment. The courses NURS 220 and NURS 225 Introduction to Health Assessment are intended to reinforce each other by presenting complementary content to facilitate understanding of the course competencies. This course includes three credit hours of theory (45 clock hours) and one credit hour of lab (15 clock hours).
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NURS 225L - Introduction to Health Assessment Lab (0)
Corequisite: NURS 225
Must be taken concurrently with NURS225.
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NURS 230 - Health Promotion and Wellness (3) Prerequisites: BIOL 101 , BIOL 101L , BIOL 102 , BIOL 102L , BIOL 225 , BIOL 225L , ENGL 101 , ENGL 102 , MATH 103 , NURS 115 , NUTR 122 , PSYC 128 , RELP 103 , SOCI 125 , CHEM 101
Corequisite: NURS 225 , NURS 235 , ENGL 144
This clinical course is designed to critically examine the determinants of health, wellness, and illness prevention for individuals and groups throughout the life span. The focus is on teaching and learning to promote wellness in community settings using the concepts from nursing, nutrition, biopsychosocial sciences, and Healthy People 2030. The course is taught over the entire trimester. The course is three credits (2.2 credits of theory = 33 theory hours and 0.8 credits of clinical = 15 x 3 (3:1 ratio) = 45 x 0.8 = 36 clinical hours). This course meets the requirement for an oral communication course (see the Academic Catalog for complete criteria).
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NURS 230C - Health Promotion and Wellness Clinical (0)
Corequisite: NURS230
Must be taken concurrently with NURS230.
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NURS 235 - Principles of Pathophysiology (3) Prerequisites: BIOL 101 , BIOL 101L , BIOL 102 , BIOL 102L , BIOL 225 , BIOL 225L , CHEM 101 , ENGL 101 , ENGL 102 , MATH 103 , NURS 115 , NUTR 122 , PSYC 128 , RELP 103 , SOCI 125
Corequisite: NURS 225 , NURS 230 , ENGL 144
This course explores the principles of human physiology and the pathologic processes that alter patient/client lines of defense and resistance. The course will provide the student with an understanding of structural adaptations and functional responses of cells, tissues, organs, and systems. The student will develop the ability to relate clinical manifestations to pathophysiologic changes. This course includes three credit hours of theory (45 clock hours).
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NURS 240 - Mental Health (4) Prerequisites: NURS 225 , NURS 230 , NURS 235
Corequisite: NURS 220 , NURS 265
This course focuses on the application of the nursing process in the provision of primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention and strengthening the patient/client neuropsychological lines of defense and resistance to environmental stressors. The student will provide care for the patient/client experiencing designated stressors affecting the physiological, psychological, socio-cultural, developmental, and spiritual variables across the life span. The student will learn to provide safe nursing care based on evidence that promotes competent care within the acute care and community environments. The course includes three credit hours of theory (45 clock hours) and one credit hour of clinical (45 clock hours). This course meets the requirement for an oral communication course.
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NURS 240C - Mental Health Nursing Clinical (0)
Corequisite: NURS 240
Must be taken concurrently with NURS240.
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NURS 265 - Pharmacology (3) Prerequisites: NURS 225 , NURS 230 , NURS 235
Corequisite: NURS 220 , NURS 240
This course builds the student’s pharmacology knowledge base with a focus on pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, drug interactions, and adverse drug reactions. The major drug classifications will be studied in terms of their effects on the patient /client lines of defense and resistance. The student will discuss the client’s drug regimens for the purpose of teaching and providing quality care to patients and families. This course includes three credit hours of theory (45 clock hours).
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NURS 310 - Adult Health I (4) Prerequisites: NURS 220 , NURS 225 , NURS 230 , NURS 240 , NURS 235 , NURS 265
Corequisite: NURS 330 , NURS 315
This course focuses on the application of the nursing process in the provision of primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention and strengthening the adult patient/client lines of defense and resistance to environmental stressors. The student will provide care for the patient/client experiencing designated stressors affecting the physiological, psychological, sociocultural, developmental, and spiritual variables. The student will provide care within the acute care environment. Both didactic and clinical portions of the course are built on the principles of effective nursing leadership, research, evidence-based practice, and safe delivery of wholistic care. This course includes two credit hours of theory (30 clock hours) and two credit hours of clinical (90 clock-hours).
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NURS 310C - Adult Health I Clinical (0)
Corequisite: Must be taken concurrently with NURS 310 .
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NURS 315 - Gerontological Nursing (2) Prerequisites: NURS 220 , NURS 225 , NURS 230 , NURS 235 , NURS 240 , NURS 265
Corequisite: NURS 310 , NURS 330
This course reviews the normal processes and relationships involved in aging. Emphasis is on promoting and maintaining the health of client and family while adapting to the stresses of altered relationships, mental and physical capacities, productivity and self-care independence that accompany increased aging. Special nursing adaptations required to provide care effectively to older adults receive attention. Particular attention is given to the use of pharmaceuticals in the management of healthcare as vulnerability increases. Clinical assignments may include either acute care or community-based environments.
This course includes two credit hours of theory.
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NURS 320 - Adult Health II (4) Prerequisites: NURS 220 , NURS 225 , NURS 230 , NURS 240 , NURS 235 , NURS 265 , NURS 310 , NURS 315 , NURS 330
Corequisite: NURS 340 , NURS 375
This course focuses on the application of the nursing process in the provision of primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention and strengthening the adult patient/client lines of defense and resistance to environmental stressors. The student will provide care of the patient/client experiencing selected chronic stressors affecting the physiological, psychological, socio-cultural, developmental, and spiritual variables. The student will provide care within the acute environment. This course includes two credit hours of theory (30 clock hours) and two credit hours of clinical (90 clock hours).
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NURS 320C - Adult Health II Clinical (0)
Corequisite: NURS 320
Must be taken concurrently with NURS320.
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NURS 330 - Nursing of Childbearing Family (4) Prerequisites: NURS 220 , NURS 225 , NURS 230 , NURS 240 , NURS 235 , NURS 265
Corequisite: NURS 310 , NURS 315
This course focuses on the application of the nursing process in the provision of primary and secondary prevention and strengthening the childbearing family lines of defense and resistance to environmental stressors. The student will provide care of the client/patient experiencing stressors affecting the physiological, psychological, socio-cultural, developmental, and spiritual variables of the family during pregnancy, childbirth, neonatal and postpartum periods. The student will provide care within the acute care and community environments. This course includes 2.5 credit hours of theory (37.5 clock hours) and 1.5 credit hours of clinical (67.5 clock hours).
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NURS 330C - Nursing of Childbearing Family Clinical (0)
Corequisite: NURS 310
Must be taken concurrently with NURS 330 .
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NURS 340 - Nursing Care of the Child and Family (3) Prerequisites: NURS 220 , NURS 225 , NURS 230 , NURS 240 , NURS 235 , NURS 265 , NURS 310 , NURS 315 , NURS 330
Corequisite: NURS 320 , NURS 375
This course focuses on the application of the nursing process in the provision of primary and secondary prevention and strengthening the child and family lines of defense and resistance to environmental stressors. The student will provide care of the child and family experiencing stressors affecting the physiological, psychosocial, sociocultural, developmental, and spiritual variables. The course includes two credit hours of theory (30 clock hours), one credit hour of clinical (45 clock hours), and is taught over the entire trimester. This course meets the requirement for an oral communication course.
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NURS 340C - Nursing of the Child and Family Clinical (0)
Corequisite: NURS 320
Must be taken concurrently with NURS 340 .
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NURS 375 - Nursing Informatics (2) Prerequisites: NURS 220 , NURS 225 , NURS 230 , NURS 240 , NURS 235 , NURS 265 , NURS 310 , NURS 315 , NURS 330
Corequisite: NURS 320 , NURS 340
This course introduces students to informatics as it applies to healthcare and nursing practice. The course consists of modules in which students learn about the theoretical perspectives related to the flow of information and evidence-based practice in healthcare; concepts of data, information, and knowledge; language models and concepts; technologies and their applications to nursing care; and the electronic health record. The course introduces and discusses public and institutional policies important to healthcare technology, communication, and documentation of healthcare interventions, with an emphasis on ethical, confidential, and security issues related to the electronic health record. The course will also address technology issues important to the future of nursing and healthcare. This course includes two credit hours of theory (30 clock hours).
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NURS 410 - Adult Health III (4) Prerequisites: NURS 220 , NURS 225 , NURS 230 , NURS 240 , NURS 235 , NURS 265 , NURS 310 , NURS 315 , NURS 320 , NURS 330 , NURS 340 , NURS 375
Corequisite: NURS 440 , NURS 425
This course focuses on the application of the nursing process in the provision of primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention and strengthening the adult patient/client lines of defense and resistance to environmental stressors. The student will provide care of the patient/client experiencing selected chronic stressors affecting the physiological, psychological, socio-cultural, developmental, and spiritual variables. The student will provide care within the acute care setting. This course includes two credit hours of theory (30 clockhours) and two credit hours of clinical (90 clockhours).
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NURS 410C - Adult Health III Clinical (0)
Corequisite: NURS 440
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NURS 425 - Introduction to Nursing Research (3) Prerequisites: NURS 220 , NURS 225 , NURS 230 , NURS 235 , NURS 240 , NURS 265 , NURS 310 , NURS 315 , NURS 320 , NURS 330 , NURS 340 , NURS 375 , STAT 205
Corequisite: NURS 410 , NURS 440
This course introduces the research processes as a foundation for evidence-based nursing practice. The student will employ information technology in the search for published nursing research. The course requires a written qualitative and quantitative proposal and critique of published nursing research studies, as well as the presentation of a research proposal to peers.
The course includes three credit hours of theory (45 clock hours) and is taught over the entire trimester. This course meets the requirement for an oral and written communication course.
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NURS 430 - Leadership and Management (3) Prerequisites: NURS 220 , NURS 225 , NURS 230 , NURS 240 , NURS 235 , NURS 265 , NURS 310 , NURS 315 , NURS 320 , NURS 330 , NURS 340 , NURS 375 , NURS 410 , NURS 440 , NURS 425
Corequisite: NURS 455 , NURS 460 , NURS 465
This clinical course is designed to critically examine the application of contemporary leadership and management principles in the current healthcare environment. The student will explore various leadership styles and theories, as well as concepts of conflict resolution, ethical and legal considerations, and principles of business as nurse leaders. The student will have the opportunity to participate with and analyze the function of managers, committee members, and attend professional organizations. This course includes 2.5 hours of theory (37 clock hours) and 0.5 hours of clinical (22.5 clock hours) and is taught over the entire trimester.
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NURS 440 - Community Health (4) Prerequisites: NURS 220 , NURS 225 , NURS 230 , NURS 240 , NURS 235 , NURS 265 , NURS 310 , NURS 315 , NURS 320 , NURS 330 , NURS 340 , NURS 375
Corequisite: NURS 410 , NURS 425
This course focuses on the health of the population as a whole in a variety of public and private settings, and includes disease prevention, health promotion, health protection, and education on primary, secondary and tertiary levels of care. Interventions are based to effect changes in a multicultural society. The course describes the historical and current status of the healthcare delivery system and nursing practice in the community. It emphasizes and addresses the specific issues and societal concerns that affect nursing practice in the community. It analyzes conceptual frameworks applied to nursing practice in the community, selected models from nursing and related sciences. This course also examines the management of healthcare and select community environments (Community Assessment Project), as well as issues related to managing and evaluating cases, needs, programs, disasters, and groups in the community. The course discusses risk factors and problems for individuals and families throughout the life span. To meet the demands of a constantly changing healthcare system, the student must be able to understand the importance of involving consumers in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of healthcare efforts. This course examines diversity in the role of nurses in the community and describes the rapidly changing roles, functions, and practice settings. The course includes three credit hours of theory (45 clock hours) and one credit of clinical (45 clock hours).
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NURS 455 - Professional Issues in Nursing (2) Prerequisites: NURS 220 , NURS 225 , NURS 230 , NURS 240 , NURS 235 , NURS 265 , NURS 310 , NURS 315 , NURS 320 , NURS 330 , NURS 340 , NURS 375 , NURS 410 , NURS 440 , NURS 425
Corequisite: NURS 430 , NURS 460 , NURS 465
This theory course examines the role of the professional nurse in the current healthcare system in the United States, focusing on social policy, quality, cost, and organization of care. Students are introduced to legal-ethical, political, financial, and sociocultural aspects of healthcare delivery. Concepts considered include knowledge; critical thinking; shared responsibility and self-development; environment; and healthcare professional role. The course includes two credit hours of theory (30 clock hours) and is taught over the entire trimester. This course meets the requirement for an oral and written communication course.
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NURS 460 - Practicum (3) Prerequisites: NURS 220 , NURS 225 , NURS 230 , NURS 235 , NURS 240 , NURS 265 , NURS 310 , NURS 315 , NURS 320 , NURS 330 , NURS 340 , NURS 375 , NURS 410 , NURS 440 , NURS 425
Corequisite: NURS 430 , NURS 455 , NURS 465
This course focuses on the application of the nursing process in the management of primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention in strengthening the patient/client lines of defense and resistance to environmental stressors. The student will manage stressors affecting the physiological, psychological, sociocultural, developmental, and spiritual variables of the patient/client system. The student will provide care in an acute care environment. This clinical course is designed to facilitate the transition to the role of Registered Nurse. This is a 3-credit clinical course that includes 135 clinical hours.
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NURS 465 - Transition into the Nursing Profession (4) Prerequisites: NURS 220 , NURS 225 , NURS 230 , NURS 235 , NURS 240 , NURS 265 , NURS 310 , NURS 315 , NURS 320 , NURS 330 , NURS 340 , NURS 375 , NURS 410 , NURS 425 , NURS 440
Corequisite: NURS 430 , NURS 455 , NURS 460
This course will prepare students to take the NCLEX-RN exam, as well as transition them to professional nursing practice. The application of NCLEX principles and concepts will be utilized preparing the student for success on NCLEX. Students will develop individualized NCLEX-RN study plans designed to assist them to complete NCLEX Prep practice exams. Students will perform analysis of their practice exam results to determine areas of the NCLEX test plan needing improvement. Additionally, students will be required to participate in laboratory practice-setting activities to enhance their critical thinking skills related to professional nursing practice.
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Nutrition |
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NUTR 122 - Nutrition (3)
This course provides a study of the digestion, absorption, and metabolism of those nutrients essential for human life, with emphasis on the therapeutic nutrition and dietary changes required for managing certain disease conditions. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
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Occupational Therapy |
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OCTH 105 - Introduction to Occupational Therapy (3)
Acceptance into OTA program.
This course introduces the student to the profession of Occupational Therapy, including its definition, history, philosophy, and theories upon which the practice of occupational therapy is built. The practice of OT is fully explored, including the process of therapeutic intervention in multiple practice settings. Students develop skills for therapeutic relationships and an awareness of therapeutic reasoning skills for diverse populations. Two credit hours of lecture; two credit hours of lab. This course meets the requirement for an oral communication course.
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OCTH 110 - Matthew 25: A (1)
This is the first of two interactive courses designed to allow students to contribute to mission-based clinical care. Following the lessons from Matthew 25:40 (“The King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.”) students will interact with patients and families at a free OT clinic, with clients living in poverty, and while rounding with hospital based chaplains.
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OCTH 112 - Applied Anatomy and Kinesiology (3) Prerequisites: BIOL 101 , OCTH 105
This course is designed to introduce the student to the basic principles of biomechanics and kinesiology as they pertain to human movement. The student will learn to identify anatomical landmarks through palpation skills, perform manual muscle testing and goniometry, and be introduced to principles of exercise. Particular emphasis will be placed on movement of the upper extremity, especially as it occurs while engaged in activities of daily living. Two hours lecture; four hours lab. This course meets the requirement for an oral communication course (see Communication Requirements in the Academic Section of the Academic Catalog).
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OCTH 115 - Matthew 25: B (1)
This is the second of two interactive courses designed to allow students to contribute to mission-based clinical care. Following the lessons from Matthew 25:40 (“The King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.”) students will interact with patients and families at a free OT clinic, with clients living in poverty, and while rounding with hospital based chaplains.
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OCTH 117 - Patient Care Skills in Occupational Therapy (2)
This course introduces the student to basic patient care skills that are needed for the profession of occupational therapy. The student is introduced to basic OT skills, including patient interaction, observation, creative problem solving, and clinical reasoning skills. Clinical skills addressed include draping, transfers, vital assessment, ROM, positioning, ergonomics, body mechanics, wheelchair management, and therapeutic exercise. Case-based scenarios and practical application are used to enhance student understanding and integration of clinical knowledge and techniques.
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OCTH 121 - Psychosocial Issues in Occupational Therapy (4) Prerequisites: OCTH 112 , PSYC 124
Corequisite: OCTH 122 , PSYC 128
This is a service-learning course.
This course provides a perspective of psychosocial issues across the human life span. It provides the student with the basic knowledge regarding the role of occupational therapy in a psychosocial setting; etiology, clinical features, and prognosis of mental health diagnoses; historical and current OT theories; and documentation. The course will provide the OTA student with the opportunity to practice clinical skills and conduct groups for a variety of persons with psychosocial dysfunctions. An emphasis will be placed upon the importance of incorporating the psychosocial components of evaluation and treatment in all clinical settings. Two credit hours of lecture; four credit hours of lab. This course meets the requirement for an oral communication course (see Communication Requirements in the Academic Section of the Academic Catalog).
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OCTH 122 - Psychosocial Occupational Therapy Practicum (1) Prerequisites: OCTH 105
Corequisite: OCTH 121
This course is a Level I fieldwork experience and is designed to enrich OCTH 121 by providing an opportunity for the student to have clinical experience under the supervision of occupational therapists or other professionals in a mental health setting. The student will gain experience in patient contact, professionalism, observation and reporting skills, and in individual and group client treatment. Some sessions will be held on campus for the purposes of planning/organizing activities and sharing of experiences. Five four-credit hours of clinical.
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OCTH 131 - Therapeutic Media and Technology (2) Prerequisites: OCTH 105 , OCTH 112
Corequisite: OCTH 121
This course provides the student exposure to technologies available to the patient population through the life span. Students will gain an understanding of therapeutic media available to all ages and populations. The class encourages hands-on experiences with media in order for the student to experience a variety of media while simulating a patient’s experience with therapeutic intervention.
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OCTH 211 - Occupational Therapy in Geriatrics (4) Prerequisites: BIOL 125 , ENGL 144 , OCTH 121 , OCTH 122
Corequisite: OCTH 215 , OCTH 213 , OCTH 214
This is a service-learning course.
This course introduces the student to aging and its effects on the human body and spirit. Multiple geriatric treatment settings where occupational therapy assistants work are discussed, along with related ethical, documentation, and legal issues. Students will identify common diseases in the elderly population, apply principles of evaluation and treatment techniques, and identify methods to promote health, function, and quality of life in the geriatric population. Also included are the concepts of cultural diversity in the aging population and working with families and caregivers. Two credit hours of lecture; four credit hours of lab. This course meets the requirement for an oral communication course (see Communications Requirements in the Academic Section of the Academic Catalog).
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OCTH 213 - Occupational Therapy in Physical Dysfunction (4) Prerequisites: BIOL 125 , ENGL 144 , OCTH 121 , OCTH 122
Corequisite: OCTH 211 , OCTH 215 , OCTH 214
This is a service-learning course.
This course is designed to provide students with an understanding of the occupational therapy process in physical disabilities resulting from illness, disabling conditions, or injury. Also covered are the history and theory of OT in a physical disabilities setting; the psychosocial aspects of physical disability; and documentation, reimbursement, and management of OT services in a variety of physical dysfunction treatment settings. Students are provided with extensive hands-on labs to experience and gain competency in a variety of evaluation and treatment techniques. Two credit hours of lecture; four credit hours of lab. This course meets the requirement for an oral communication course (see Communication Requirements in the Academic Section of the Academic Catalog).
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OCTH 214 - Physical Dysfunction Occupational Therapy Practicum (1) Prerequisites: BIOL 125 , ENGL 144 , OCTH 121 , OCTH 122
Corequisite: OCTH 211 , OCTH 215 , OCTH 213
This course provides a Level I fieldwork experience, and is designed to enrich OCTH 213 by providing an opportunity for the student to have clinical experience under the supervision of OT practitioners or other qualified professionals in a physical dysfunction setting. The student will gain experience in patient contact, professionalism, observation, reporting skills, and assisting with selected evaluation and treatment techniques. Some sessions will be held on campus for the purposes of planning/organizing activities and sharing experiences. Four credit hours of clinical.
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OCTH 215 - Occupational Performance Practicum (1) Prerequisites: BIOL 125 , ENGL 144 , OCTH 121 , OCTH 122
Corequisite: OCTH 211 , OCTH 213 , OCTH 214
This course is a Level I fieldwork experience and is designed to enrich OCTH 211 by providing the student with an opportunity to gain clinical experience in a geriatric setting under the supervision of a certified OT practitioner or other qualified professional. The focus of the learning experience includes observation, written and verbal communication, professional behavior, and group and individual participation with the elderly. Students will demonstrate skills in the use of selected evaluation and treatment procedures; gather and organize data; and build on their interpersonal skills to foster professional behavior with patients, clients, and staff. Four credit hours clinical.
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OCTH 221 - Occupational Therapy in Pediatrics (4) Prerequisites: OCTH 211 , OCTH 213
Corequisite: OCTH 222 , OCTH 223
This is a service-learning course.
This course introduces students to entry-level pediatric occupational therapy skills. Teaching methods will include lecture and lab experiences which will emphasize critical thinking, adaptation, and hands-on learning. The course will address typical and atypical child development, common pediatric diagnoses (which may benefit from occupational therapy services), as well as the role of occupational therapy in a variety of pediatric settings. The primary focus of this course will be for students to acquire adequate occupational therapy treatment techniques necessary for service provision to children, premature through adolescence. Students will be encouraged to understand their personal and professional abilities within the pediatric arena. Course content will also include the following: appropriate communication skills with children, family, staff , and community members; cultural and ethical awareness; reimbursement issues unique to pediatrics; and legal aspects which affect children’s services. Two credit hours of lecture; four credit hours of lab. This course meets the requirement for an oral communication course (see Communication Requirements in the Academic Section of the Academic Catalog).
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OCTH 222 - Pediatric Occupational Therapy Practicum (1) Prerequisites: OCTH 211 , OCTH 213
Corequisite: OCTH 221 , OCTH 223
This course is a Level I fieldwork experience, and is designed to enrich OCTH 221 by providing an opportunity for the student to have clinical experience under the supervision of occupational therapy practitioners or other qualified professionals in a pediatric setting. The student will gain experience in patient contact, professionalism, observation and reporting skills, and assisting with selected pediatric evaluation and treatment techniques. Some sessions will also be held on campus for the purposes of planning/organizing activities and sharing experiences. Four credit hours of clinical.
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OCTH 223 - Professional Issues in Occupational Therapy (3) Prerequisites: OCTH 211 , OCTH 213
Corequisite: OCTH 221 , OCTH 222
This is a service-learning course.
This course begins preparation of the student for transition from the role of a student to the role of a professional. The student is prepared for Level II Fieldwork experience by reinforcing his or her knowledge of components of the occupational therapy process, using individual and group problem-solving tasks related to both clinical and ethical problems. Case studies will provide an opportunity for the student to further refine his or her clinical reasoning skills. The student learns the skills necessary to assist in the establishment and maintenance of an occupational therapy clinic, to participate in OT research and quality assurance/improvement, to become an advocate for the profession, and to become a lifelong learner. Two credit hours of lecture; two credit hours of lab. This course meets the requirement for an oral communication course (see Communication Requirements in the Academic Section of the Academic Catalog).
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OCTH 231 - Supervised Clinical Practice I (4) Prerequisites: OCTH 223
Corequisite: OCTH 233
This course provides an opportunity for each student to experience the role of an occupational therapy assistant under the supervision of a certified occupational therapy practitioner. This Level II Fieldwork experience provides students with real-life situations in which they can continue to apply knowledge and skills learned in the classroom, develop clinical reasoning skills, and build on their interpersonal skills to foster professional working relationships with clients and staff . The course must be completed within 18 months following completion of academic preparation. Forty clinical hours/week for eight weeks. (Pass/No Pass)
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OCTH 232 - Supervised Clinical Practice II (4) Prerequisites: OCTH 231
Corequisite: OCTH 233
This course provides an opportunity for each student to experience the role of an occupational therapy assistant under the supervision of a certified occupational therapy practitioner in a clinical setting that differs from OCTH 231 . This Level II Fieldwork experience provides students with real-life situations in which they can continue to apply knowledge and skills learned in the classroom, develop clinical reasoning skills, and build on their interpersonal skills to foster professional working relationships with clients and staff . The course must be completed within 18 months following completion of academic preparation. (Pass/No Pass) Forty clinical hours/week for eight weeks.
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OCTH 233 - Seminar for Clinical Practice (1) Prerequisites: OCTH 223
Corequisite: OCTH 231 , OCTH 232
This course focuses on preparation and application for the certification exam and professional employment skills, including writing, job interviewing skills, and job applications. Time is also allowed for sharing of individual experiences in Level II fieldwork. This is a blended course which meets on campus and online.
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OCTH 508 - Matthew 25 (1)
This is a service learning course enabling students to contribute to mission-based clinical care. Students will participate in the University Hope Clinic under the direction of faculty clinicians offering healthcare as a ministry. Students are assessed on professionalism and participation in occupation-based client care. (Fall)
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OCTH 510 - Occupational Therapy: Foundations of a Profession (3)
This course is an exploration of occupational therapy theories and frames of reference, including the profession’s history, tenets, and professional roles for varied practice settings. Experiences address regional and global healthcare needs and the application of critical reasoning for offering evidence-based client and family-centered care for diverse populations.
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OCTH 511 - Research I: Evidenced-Based Practice (2)
This course is designed to give students an overview of quantitative and qualitative research processes. Students explore principles of research design, measurement, data collection, sampling, and data analysis through critical examination of published studies. Principles of evidence-based practice are incorporated in order to assess the state of the science and direct decision-making in specialty healthcare practice.
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OCTH 517 - Occupational Therapy Models of Practice (2)
Occupation is examined as a core concept both in terms of its role in maintaining health in everyday life, and as a treatment medium. This course introduces the commonly used models and concepts of the occupational therapy profession. Students will develop a broad understanding of the theoretical basis of occupational therapy and the impact of theory on practice. The course covers the history of knowledge and practice development, and current philosophy and theory in the field.
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OCTH 520 - Applied Kinesiology (3)
This course includes a comprehensive study of movement. An application of the biomechanical frame of reference to evaluate force, torque, range of motion, strength, and endurance is included. Laboratory experiences include the analysis of movements and performances of functional tasks/occupations.
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OCTH 525 - Wellness Across the Lifespan (2)
Exploration of health and wellness in occupational therapy practice, focusing on needs of individuals and community. Emphasis is placed on increasing students’ understanding and appreciation of occupational therapy’s role in improving patient and society health and wellness. In addition, students will participate in a personal journey of health and wellness during the trimester utilizing on the CREATION Health model.
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OCTH 527 - Fieldwork IA (1)
This course includes a practice rotation (fieldwork) to provide the opportunity to apply the knowledge, skills, and values learned in the first graduate occupational therapy trimester. The course examines various healthcare disciplines and roles within a variety of practice settings. Experiences include working with clients and their families to determine appropriate needs, assessments, and goals, and to identify evidence-based interventions that will effectively address those needs. Healthcare documentation is also included. The experience includes analyses and application of OT models of practice, standards of practice, and ethics.
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OCTH 528 - Matthew 25 (1)
This is a service learning course enabling students to contribute to mission-based clinical care. Students will participate in the University Hope Clinic under the direction of faculty clinicians offering healthcare as a ministry. Students are assessed on professionalism and participation in occupation-based client care.
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OCTH 531 - Mental Health Practice (4)
This course includes critical reasoning for assessments and interventions for clients’ mental health needs. The course explores the use of individual and group interventions and examines current evidence for mental healthcare within community and healthcare settings. The occupational impact of mental illness for the individual, various cultures, and society is analyzed. Didactic and laboratory experiences are included for needed leadership and management of complex behaviors.
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OCTH 535 - Neuroscience Applications for OT (3)
This course analyzes current neuroscience evidence and the implications for occupational therapy assessment and intervention. Classroom and laboratory experiences critically examine principles of neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, neurosensory systems, neurobehaviors, cognition, and motor control. Application of current models for neuro-rehabilitation are included.
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OCTH 540 - Applied Clinical Skills (3)
Using current evidence, the course examines and teaches basic clinical skills necessary to promote optimum occupational performance. Case-based scenarios and practical application are used to enhance student understanding and integration of knowledge and techniques through critical reasoning.
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OCTH 547 - Fieldwork IB (1)
This course focuses on practice experiences including the application of the knowledge, skills, and values learned in the second trimester, including mental health services, cognition, behavioral management principles, group programming, and leadership.
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OCTH 557 - Community Outreach (2)
This course addresses program development and applies occupational therapy services within the community and emerging practice settings. Content includes developing needs assessments, designing programs, identifying potential funding services, and establishing benchmarks. The designed program will be implemented with follow-up program evaluation. Experiential learning experiences will take place within communities and/or contemporary practice settings.
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OCTH 558 - Matthew 25 (1)
This is a service learning course enabling students to contribute to mission-based clinical care. Students will participate in the University Hope Clinic under the direction of faculty clinicians offering healthcare as a ministry. Students are assessed on professionalism and participation in occupation-based client care.
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OCTH 559 - Topics in Occupational Therapy ((1-2))
Permission of the department chair is required for enrollment in this course.
This course provides the student an opportunity to explore a specific area of OT practice with greater depth than would be covered in the OT core curriculum.
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OCTH 565 - Assistive Technologies (3)
This course includes the design and use of assistive technologies, adaptations, and environmental modifications to enhance performance, safety, and independence. Learning experiences include the client and family in the assessment, design, selection, and use of technologies, adaptations, and modifications. Content includes fabrication of technologies and adaptations.
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OCTH 571 - Geriatric Practice (4)
This course is a critical examination of current evidence regarding healthcare needs and interventions for the elder population. The course explores a continuum of care model for effective services for the older adult population. Services include promotion of wellness and illness models of intervention, leisure adaptations, and neurocognition. Experiences include implementing wellness programs and OT’s services in adult day care centers, assistive living, long-term care, home health, hospice, and community-based programs. Liability, reimbursement, advocacy, and ethics issues are included.
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OCTH 574 - Research II - Research Design (1)
This course includes continuing exploration of a research topic or capstone project. Learning experiences include a critical review of research methods, instrumentation, and study designs appropriate for the selected capstone. Critical examination of qualitative and quantitative designs and methods of analyses and their application in healthcare studies are included. Working with a research mentor, the students choose a research/capstone project and related design.
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OCTH 577 - Fieldwork IC (1)
This course applies the knowledge, skills, and values taught within the third trimester course in an assigned setting that addresses the needs of older adults. Students are to identify client needs, select the appropriate assessments, and establish client-centered goals and interventions. The role of the OT and other healthcare providers is analyzed. Guidelines for documentation, reimbursement, ethics, and liability issues are included. Students will build on their interpersonal skills to foster professional behavior in the clinical setting.
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OCTH 580 - Medical Conditions in OT (2)
This course describes human body dysfunction based on illness and diseases of body systems. Emphasis is placed on understanding conditions frequently encountered by occupational therapists working with individuals across the lifespan. The course uses critical thinking to analyze the signs and symptoms of pathophysiological conditions.
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OCTH 605 - Analysis of Occupational Performance (1)
This course focuses on the ability to perform task, activity, and occupational analysis in order to determine therapy intervention strategies. Students will engage in the use of adaptation methods and modification of environments for facilitating occupational performance utilizing the OT practice framework.
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OCTH 611 - Pediatric Practice (4)
This course includes experiences to determine the needs of children and adolescents utilizing evidence-based assessment and intervention methods. Learning experiences include the application of critical reasoning within a variety of settings. Experiences synthesize the roles of an occupational therapist and other healthcare providers, as well as integration of professional standards of practice, ethics, advocacy, outcome assessments, liability, documentation, and reimbursement of services. Experiences critically analyze the influence of culture and spirituality in the provision of care.
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OCTH 616 - Physical Disabilities Practice (4)
This course addresses working with adult clients and their families to collaboratively determine the needs, evidence-based assessments, and interventions to address impairments, injuries, or illnesses. Experiences include models of practice addressing orthopedic, neurological, cardiovascular/pulmonary, and general healthcare needs. The roles of an occupational therapist and other healthcare providers, as well as professional standards of practice, ethics, advocacy, outcomes assessment, liability, documentation, and reimbursement of services are synthesized. The influence of culture and spirituality in the provision of the most appropriate care is analyzed.
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OCTH 620 - Physical Agent Modalities and Orthoses (3)
This course includes the application of adjunctive methods to enhance a client’s occupational performance. Case-based application of physical agent modalities is evaluated, including contraindications and safety. The design, fabrication, and care of orthoses are explored in context. Client- and family-education in the care and usage of orthoses and prostheses is included. Professional roles, documentation, reimbursement, safety, and liability are also investigated.
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OCTH 624 - Applied Research III - Data Compilation (1)
This course advances the development and completion of the assigned research/ capstone project. Data collection and analysis will be advanced under the direction of the graduate research mentor.
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OCTH 627 - Fieldwork ID - Adults (1)
This course focuses on adult practice fieldwork experiences, allowing learners to analyze, evaluate, and synthesize the information learned in the fourth trimester. Students are to identify client needs, select the appropriate assessments, and establish client-centered goals and interventions. The roles of OT and other health providers are analyzed. Documentation, reimbursement, ethics, and liability are critically examined. Included is the application of the knowledge, skills, and values learned in the fourth trimester graduate occupational therapy didactic coursework.
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OCTH 637 - Pediatric Practice: School Systems (3)
This course includes critical application of the roles and evidence-based services provided by occupational therapy within the school setting. The role of the OT and the OTA and other school-based team members, including parents, guardians, and teachers, is explored. Evidence-based interventions are critically examined. Regulatory guidelines, documentation, IEPs, equipment, and accessibility issues are covered. Professional leadership, advocacy, ethics, liability, and supervision are included. The profession’s services to enhance educational outcomes are analyzed.
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OCTH 641 - OT Leadership (3)
This course includes applied advocacy, management, supervision, and leadership projects. Development of a professional practice, that includes a mission, a vision, strategic and business plans, policies and procedures, job descriptions, performance benchmarks, and appraisal methods, is covered. Also included are related interviews, supervision, and leadership models. Trends in healthcare systems, management principles, promotion and marketing, liability, consultation, advocacy, and consulting roles are explored. Development of advancement plans, including goals for advanced practice certifications and fieldwork supervision, are included.
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OCTH 650 - Culminating Assessment and Treatment (3)
This culminating course brings together material from previous trimesters. Using didactic and applied teaching methods, individuals and small groups will evaluation and treat case scenarios representing clients from across life, socioeconomic, and health spectrums. The course goal is to provide an applied comprehensive approach to verify or develop clinical thinking skills for the evaluation and treatment of the complex occupational needs of medically and mentally compromised client cases
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OCTH 667 - Fieldwork IE - Peds/School Systems (1)
This course focuses on fieldwork experience that includes pediatric practice experiences in healthcare and/or educational settings. Experiences include analyses, evaluation, and synthesizing the OT process for children and adolescents. Students are to identify client needs, select assessments, and establish client-centered goals and interventions. The roles of OT and other health providers are analyzed. Guidelines for documentation, reimbursement, ethics, and liability issues are included. Evidence-based service delivery that is client- and family-centered and culturally and spiritually appropriate is developed.
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OCTH 670 - Professional Seminar (1)
This course uses critical analyses of professional entry competencies for the occupational therapists, including certification and licensure responsibilities. Experiences focus on critical appraisal of components of a program evaluation, including educational, employment, certification results, fieldwork, research/scholarship success, and service/ community outreach outcomes.
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OCTH 677 - Fieldwork IIA (6)
This course, the Level II Fieldwork experience, is provided to strengthen the didactic learning experiences of the curriculum. The student’s professional service delivery of client services under supervision is evaluated. Experiences are selected for the quality and compatibility with the institution’s curriculum design. Application of the didactic and Level I fieldwork knowledge, skills, and values are enhanced with client-centered services, including professional mentorship and role modeling.
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OCTH 680 - Research IV - Dissemination (1)
This course is a culminating research experience that includes the delivery of a professional presentation of a defense of the research/capstone project results and implications for OT practice.
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OCTH 687 - Fieldwork IIB (6)
This course, the Level II Fieldwork experience, is provided to strengthen the didactic learning experiences of the curriculum. Students’ professional service delivery of client services under supervision is evaluated. Experiences are selected for the quality and compatibility with the institution’s curriculum design. Application of the didactic and Level I fieldwork knowledge, skills, and values is enhanced with client-centered services, including professional mentorship and role modeling.
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MSNA 524 - Pharmacology in Nurse Anesthesia (3)
This course examines the pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics of anesthetic and accessory drugs used in anesthesia practice. Receptor site physiology, mechanisms of action, factors modifying drug effects, toxicity, and indications and contraindications for use are emphasized. Principles of biochemistry are integrated.
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MSNP 545 - Advanced Pharmacology (4) Prerequisites: RSCH 512 , MSNG 525
This course focuses on advanced pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and pharmacotherapeutic principles. Skills to safely prescribe medications across the life span related to patients and population health will be emphasized. Drug formularies and guidelines will be addressed. Students will investigate efficacy and use of herbal remedies, as well as potential interactions with prescribed medications across the lifespan. Students will learn regulatory laws associated with drug administration including the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), and State Boards of Nursing for prescription writing.
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PHRM 523 - Advanced Pharmacotherapy (3)
This course increases the student’s understanding of fundamental drug actions at the cellular level and their effects on human systems. Principles of pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics, receptor site physiology, toxicology, side effects, indications, and contra-indications are emphasized for each group of drugs. Emphasis is placed on the interaction between pharmacotherapy and pathophysiology.
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PHTH 702 - Professional Foundations I: Introduction to Physical Therapy (3)
As the first in a series of three courses, this course introduces the profession of physical therapy, the roles of professionals who practice physical therapy, and the numerous factors that shape and influence the profession, including societal, governmental, legal, organizational, and financial. Students use the Guide to Physical Therapist Practice (3.0), other core documents of the profession, evidence-based documents, and clinical reasoning models to consider professional issues. Students will be introduced to the mission, vision, philosophy, expected outcomes, and policies/procedures of the PT program at ADU. Students will investigate the components and assessment of professional behavior as well as topics related to common and emerging practice settings. . Principles of evidence-based practice, including formulation of clinical questions and the identification of appropriate information sources, are incorporated in order to assess the scientific support for, and to direct decision-making in, the practice of physical therapy. Summer
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PHTH 709C - Gross Anatomy (6)
This course examines gross human anatomical structure and function with emphasis on the musculoskeletal, circulatory, and peripheral nervous systems. Laboratory includes cadaver dissection, pro-sected material, microscopic examination of histological characteristics, and paper and anatomical models to facilitate the integration of knowledge of the body systems into concepts of physical therapy practice. Clinical correlation is also emphasized through the use of case studies. Diagnostic images are introduced for selected anatomical regions. Summer
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PHTH 710C - Patient/Client Management I: Basic Skills (4)
This course, as the first in a series of four courses, examines the basic patient care skills necessary to practice as a physical therapist. These frequently used skills, and the tests and measures necessary to substantiate them, are learned in lecture and practiced in the laboratory setting. These skills include patient preparation, aseptic technique, wheelchair set-up and mobility, turning and positioning, basic transfer and gait training techniques, and basic massage and soft tissue techniques. The selection and administration of the proper tests and measures that assess arousal, attention, cognition, anthropometric characteristics, vital signs, and assistive and adaptive devices are learned and practiced. Summer
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PHTH 714C - Patient/Client Management II: Examination and Evaluation (4)
This course, as the second of four courses in the series, provides students with the knowledge and skills to select and perform general patient examination tests and measures frequently used by physical therapists including but not limited to: the patient interview, measurement of range of motion, measurement of muscle length, and manual muscle testing. The psychometric properties of each of these tests and measures are examined and the clinical reasoning skills necessary to perform the evaluation portion of the patient/client management model are practiced. Examination techniques used commonly in the cardiovascular, pulmonary, integumentary, musculoskeletal, and/or neuromuscular examinations, including systems reviews, are learned and practiced in the laboratory setting. Patient-centered functional outcomes are emphasized. Fall
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PHTH 718C - Patient/Client Management III: Therapeutic Exercise (5)
This course presents the theory, scientific principles, and evidence for the use of various types of exercise employed by physical therapists for the promotion, maintenance, and restoration of optimal health and physical function across the lifespan. Emphasis is placed on basic exercise techniques related to muscle performance (including strength, power, and endurance) and stretching/flexibility activities. Previously introduced principles of tissue injury and repair are applied to therapeutic exercise interventions and progression. Evidence-based practice and clinical reasoning are emphasized throughout and practiced with clinical scenarios in the laboratory. Spring
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PHTH 720C - Clinical Kinesiology (3)
This course involves the comprehensive study of the kinematics and kinetics of the human body, postural control and the basics of gait analysis. Foundational knowledge of basic anatomy is applied in lecture and the laboratory with emphasis on biomechanics, mechanical properties of biological tissue, joint structure and function, muscle and boney palpation, and introduction to gait. Students perform analysis of normal and abnormal movement and alignment of the spine and extremities. Fall
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PHTH 724 - Human Physiology and Clinical Pathophysiology I (4) Prerequisites: Successful completion of all DPT Program coursework in prior terms.
This course represents the first of two classes covering fundamental aspects of human physiology and pathophysiology to support clinical coursework throughout the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program curriculum. Content fosters a basic understanding of normal and abnormal function from the cellular to organ systems level and the impact on human function and performance. Systems covered in the first course include the nervous system, musculoskeletal system, immune system, and metabolism. Using clinical correlates, students are guided to recognize etiology, as well as signs and symptoms of pathological conditions commonly encountered in physical therapist practice. This knowledge is used as a foundation for medical screening, differential diagnosis, and the need for interprofessional collaboration to ensure comprehensive, patient-centered care. Fall
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PHTH 726 - Human Physiology and Clinical Pathophysiology II (4) Prerequisites: Successful completion of all DPT Program coursework in prior terms.
This course represents the second of two classes covering fundamental aspects of human physiology and pathophysiology to support clinical coursework throughout the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program curriculum. Content fosters a basic understanding of normal and abnormal function and pathophysiology from the cellular to organ systems level and the impact on human function and performance. Systems covered in the second course include the cardiovascular system, respiratory system, integumentary system, lymphatic system, renal and urogenital system, endocrine and metabolic system, and hepatobiliary system, as well as oncologic and multisystem disorders. Using clinical correlates, students are guided to recognize etiology, as well as signs and symptoms of pathological conditions commonly encountered in physical therapist practice. This knowledge is used as a foundation for medical screening, differential diagnosis, and the need for interprofessional collaboration to ensure comprehensive patient-centered care. Spring
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PHTH 730 - Neuroscience I (4)
This course examines human neuroanatomy with an emphasis on the central (CNS) and peripheral (PNS) nervous systems and the basic functions therein. This course reviews neurophysiology of the CNS, PNS, and autonomic nervous system, and examines the basic principles of neuroembryology and neuroplasticity. The course includes anatomical study of the brain and spinal cord including tracks and nuclei in the anatomy laboratory as well as the functions of the cranial nerves.
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PHTH 732 - Neuroscience II (3)
This course is a continuation of PHTH 730 Neuroscience I. This course examines neurological function, specifically motor control, motor learning, and cognition, and furthers the understanding of the anatomy and physiology of sensation and perception by the sensory system. A focused examination of the theories, mechanisms, assessment, and management of pain is presented and practiced. Spring
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PHTH 742 - Cultural, Ethical, and Psychosocial Aspects of Healthcare (2)
This course emphasizes the biopsychosocial/spiritual approach to health care and wellness by developing the physical therapist’s understanding of psychosocial considerations and cultural competence. It entails the use of a systems perspective that values differences and is responsive to diversity at all levels of an organization, i.e., policy, governance, administrative, workforce, provider, and consumer/client. Physical therapy students learn to promote and support the attitudes, behaviors, knowledge, and skills necessary to work respectfully and effectively with patients and each other in a culturally diverse work environment. Students use demographics, cultural, epidemiological and clinical outcome data for racial and ethnic groups in the service area, and become informed about the ethnic/cultural needs, resources, and assets of the surrounding community. Psychosocial conditions, with an emphasis on the ways that mental health across the lifespan impacts physical health, are examined. Spring
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