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The University of Texas at El Paso School of Nursing N3604 Summer 2021COURSE NUMBER AND TITLE: Nursing 3604 Fundamentals of Nursing Practice COURSE DESCRIPTION/COURSE OVERVIEW: This course provides an introduction to nursing care of the individual, and roles of the nurse in micro- and macrosystems, as well as profession related and patient care concepts. Emphasis is placed on the knowledge and skills needed to provide safe, quality care. The theoretical foundation for basic nursing skills is presented and the student will demonstrate these skills in laboratory and clinical settings. Application of the nursing process provides a decision-making framework to assist students in developing effective clinical judgment skills.COURSE PRE-REQUISITE: NURS-3401 with a minimum grade of “C”CREDIT ALLOCATION: 6 credit hours (3-1-2)FACULTY INFORMATIONCourse Manager/ Instructor: M. Rosa Hernandez MSN, RNOffice: HSSN 302Lecture Location: HSSN 211Office Hours: June 22nd - July 15thTuesdays Time:? 1300 -?1600Wednesdays Time 0900?-?1300Thursdays Time 1200?-?1530July 19th - August 19th?Mondays Time:? 0900?-?1030Tuesdays Time:? 1200?-?1600Wednesdays Time:? 0900-1400?And by appointment based on individual needsEmail: mrhernandez4@utep.eduCourse Instructor: Rachel Goodman-Onopa, MSN, RNOffice: HSSN 306Phone: (915) 747-7231Lecture Location: HSSN 206Office Hours:June 23rd-July 15thWednesdays Times:???????? 0900-1200 and 1300-1500Thursdays Times:???????????? 0900-1200Fridays Times:?????????? ??????? 1345-1545July 19th-August 10thMondays Times:?????????????? 1200-1500Tuesdays Times:?????????????? 0900-1200 and 1300-1500Fridays Times:?????????? ??????? 1345-1545And by appointment based on individual needsAnd by appointment based on individual needsEmail: rgoodmanon@utep.eduClinical FacultyE-mailCereceres Tarango, Doloresdicereceres@utep.eduDominguez, Justinejddominguez5@utep.eduGoodman-Onopa, Rachel Office: 747-7231rgoodmanon@utep.eduGuerrero, Angelaajmunoz8@utep.eduHoward, Emilyeehoward@utep.eduMoya, Yvette HSSN 338Office: 747-6549ycmoya@utep.edu Mireles, Jessicajfmireles@utep.eduPerez, Susansperez9@utep.eduWilson, Victoriavnwilson@utep.eduYanez, Sandrasjterrazas@utep.eduMEETING DATES:Didactic: Refer to Course Calendar and Lecture Calendar for assigned readings. The video lectures will be posted on Blackboard Yuja Media Library (technology willing) at 0900. You can watch the lectures at the times that work best for you, though you need to watch them during the weeks they are posted. There will be multiple short lectures completing one chapter. The printable lecture will be posted in the Lecture PPTs link.Lecture will be held in the Health Sciences and Nursing Building with assigned lecturer.Attendance: Students are expected to attend all classes and to arrive on time. Late comers are asked to enter quietly and unobtrusively. Students are responsible for content and/or announcements presented in class or clinical sessions whether present or not. Cell phones are to be silenced during lecture. Simulation Lab:Refer to the Evolve Schedule and Detailed Sim Lab calendar for assigned readings, quizzes, and checkoffs at the Sim Lab. vSims as assigned.Clinical: Hospital Orientation in facility TBDMonday and Tuesday total 18 hours clinical for one UMC group from July 19th to August 10thWednesdays and Thursdays total 18 hours for remaining groups from July 21st to August 12thREQUIRED TEXTBOOKS:Taylor, C., Lynn, P., & Bartlett, J. L. (2019) Fundamentals of nursing. The art and science of person-centered nursing care (9th ed.). Philadelphia: Wolters Kluwer/Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.ISBN: 9791975123901ISBN 9780323667364 ebook Perry, A. G., Potter, P. A., & Ostendorf, W. (2017). Clinical Nursing Skills & Techniques (9th ed.). St. Louis, MO: Elsevier. (UTEP Bookstore Custom package ISBN – 9780323667364). E-book. Includes FREE student Evolve resources and Clinical Key accessATI (2016) Fundamentals for Nursing Review Module (9th ed.). Assessment Technologies Institute American Psychological Association, (2012). Publication manual of the American Psychological Association (7th ed.). Washington, DC: Author. ISBN-13: 978-1433832161 ISBN-10: 143383216X In addition, you will need a current Nursing Diagnosis and Interventions Reference Manual, a Nursing Drug Reference, Laboratory Value Reference Manual, and a currentNCLEX Review Reference Manual, OR a Smart Phone or Electronic device that is pre-programmed with these references. To obtain information use utepsonRecommended Resource(s):Gulanick, Meg; Myers, Judith L. (2018). Nursing Care Plans: Diagnosis, Interventions, and Outcomes 9th ed. Elsevier/ Mosby. (ISBN: 978-0323428187)Ackley, B.J., Ladwig, G. B., & Makic, M.B.F. (2017). Nursing Diagnosis Handbook, 11th ed. Mosby. (ISBN: 978-0323322249)Required equipment: White lab coat, UTEP Nursing School uniforms, polo shirt, khaki slacks and nametag, sphygmomanometer manual blood pressure cuff, a pen with black ink and a watch with a second hand. In addition, dual head stethoscope, bandage scissors, and a penlight are required and available at the UTEP bookstore.COURSE OBJECTIVES:Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:Demonstrate the application of selected concepts related to professionalism as they pertain to providing and directing safe, quality patient care.2. Identify cultural, spiritual, and developmental considerations, interventions, and health promotion recommendations for adult and older adult patients.3. Identify and discuss the various elements of critical thinking, clinical judgment, and clinical decision making as they pertain to providing safe, quality nursing care.4. Discuss verbal and nonverbal communication techniques that promote exchange of information and development of caring, therapeutic relationships.5. Describe the nurse’s role in identifying and supporting physiologic and psychosocial needs of patients taking into account their diverse backgrounds, preferences, and values.6. Discuss the nurse’s role in implementing strategies to promote an environment that is safe for the patient, self, and others.7. Discuss the theoretical basis for providing nursing skills and interventions as they pertain to providing and directing safe, quality patient care.8. Identify members and roles of the interprofessional healthcare team in the provision of safe, quality care.9. Identify evidence based nursing databases and discuss nursing research articles as they contribute to the provision of nursing care.10. Apply the various elements of the nursing process to clinical decision-making and care planning for an individual patient.11. Review the role of the nurse and scope of practice, in both macro- and microsystems, and supporting guidelines including standards of nursing practice, code of ethics, nurse practice acts, regulatory and institutional policies, and professional registrations/certifications.CLINICAL OBJECTIVES:Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:Develop a plan of care for patients across the lifespan from diverse backgrounds that promotes safe practice and is based on a patient's preferences, values and needs.Identify members of the interprofessional healthcare team and their respective roles. Identify best current evidence from scientific and other credible sources as a basis for developing individualized patient-centered plans of care.Identify the components of the quality improvement process.Implement strategies that minimize risk and provide a safe environment for patients, self, and others.Demonstrate basic information and technology skills essential for nursing practice.Identify professional standards of practice, regulatory guidelines, and institutional policies that direct the practice of nursing.Describe how leadership and priority-setting skills are used to support delivery of safe, quality patient-centered care.Use verbal and nonverbal communication strategies that promote an effective exchange of information with peers, faculty, and patients.Identify the relationship between microsystems and macrosystems in healthcare.Provide health-related information to patients across the lifespan that facilitate their acquisition of new knowledge and skills.PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES, BSN ESSENTIALs, DECs:UTEP SON PLOs (Level 1 Program Outcomes) & QSEN Competencies : Patient-Centered Care*, Teamwork & Collaboration*, Evidence Based Practice*, Quality Improvement*, Safety*, Informatics*, Professionalism, Leadership, Communication, Systems-Based Practice, Health Promotion & EducationBSN Essentials (AACN) Essential I, II, III, IV, V, VI, VII, VIII, IXDifferentiated Essential Competencies (DECs) for Baccalaureate Degree (BSN) *version year 2010Member of the Profession A, B, C, D Provider of Patient-Centered Care A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H Patient Safety Advocate, A, B, C, D, E, F Member of the Health Care Team A, B, C, D, E, F, GTEACHING METHODOLOGIESTeaching strategies may include, but are not limited to: lecture, discussion, small group activities, role play, poster presentation, case presentation, question and answer, quizzes, application activities, Blackboard, and internet activities.GRADING POLICY AND STRUCTUREStudents must maintain a minimum average of 75% on didactic course work. This constitutes the didactic evaluation of a course. Achieving less than a minimum average of 75% in the didactic portion of the course results in course failure. There is no rounding of grades and fractional points will be dropped for final didactic grade. Extra credit is not permitted. Clinical component/mentorship related assignments must meet the minimum average of 75%.? Grades or points given for clinical component/mentorship related assignments are factored into the overall course grade?only?if the student has passed didactic course work with the minimum of 75%.Students must pass?both?the didactic and the clinical or lab component of a course.? Failure of either component results in failure of the entire course. Clinical performance is evaluated on a Pass/Fail basis**Pass = 1) Successful demonstration of competency in course designated simulated scenarios AND 2) Demonstrating competency in every area of clinical performance in direct patient care AND3) Successful completion of all required clinical paperwork. Fail = 1) Non-achievement of competency in course designated simulated scenarios OR2) Non-achievement of competency expectations in any one or more areas of directpatient care clinical performance OR3) Any serious infraction involving professionalism and/or safety related issues for assigned patients. Students are required to take and pass the Dosage Calculation exam at a 90% level PRIOR to participating in clinical experiences. (See Dosage Calculation Policy)**Students are required to take and pass the Dosage Calculation exam at a 90% level PRIOR to participating in clinical experiences. Students unable to pass the medication administration and calculation test after three attempts will be required to drop the course based on ineligibility for clinical participation. ******If?ANY?of the above criteria are not met, the student will not pass the course.****** There is no rounding of grades and fractional points will be dropped. Extra credit is not permitted.Grading Breakdown: Didactic Participation/Exams: 80 points. Written assignments and Lab performance 20 pointsDidactic--80 points total--must get a minimum of 60 points to reach 75%Clinical--20 points total--must get a minimum of 15 points to reach 75%GRADING SCALE: Grading scale: 90-100 = A 80-89 = B 75-79 = C 74-60 = D < 60 = FGrading Breakdown: Exams: Clinical Written Assignments: 10 pointsDidacticConcept Map, History, Exam I 12 Points Physical, Medication Log,Exam II 15 PointsNursing Care Plan, andExam III 15 PointsTeaching Plan PrepU 5 PointsQuizzes 5 Points (ATI Quiz A&B Highest first attempted grade of A or B will be recorded) Post Conference Presentation: 3 points ATI 10 Points Shadow Health 4 pointsFinal Exam 18 Points Evolve Quizzes 3 points 80 Points 20 pointsDosage calculation exam: Pass with 90% or better (Three attempt maximum prior to clinical placement)Clinical Performance: Pass/Fail(Competency in care setting AND in simulation) ATI Points Below Level – 1Level – 1 Level – 2 Level – 3 64% 70% 88% 100% COURSE POLICIES: Academic Regulations: Review in UT El Paso Undergraduate Student Catalog and the School of Nursing Student Handbook the following policies: Religious Observance, Clinical Compliance, Ethical and Responsible Use of Social Media, Policy on Academic Integrity, Professional Attire and Uniform Guidance, Progression Policy, and Effective Nursing Practice Policy, Statement on Disability, and Student Injury.ATI: It is a course requirement for all students to take the nationally standardized exam provided by Assessment Technologies Incorporated (ATI). Students not achieving a passing standard will be required to remediate and to submit documentation of this remediation in accordance with Course Manager’s protocol. Students will receive an ‘Incomplete’ in the course until/unless this remediation is accomplished. See the School of Nursing Student Handbook for the ATI Policy and Procedures.Attendance: Students are expected to attend all classes and to arrive on time. Late comers are asked to enter quietly and unobtrusively. Students are responsible for content and/or announcements presented in class or clinical sessions whether present or not. Cell phones are to be silenced during lecture. Blackboard: Students are required to subscribe to and access the course Blackboard site. Blackboard is the main source of communication between faculty and students. Students are encouraged to access this site on a daily basis. Course syllabus, calendar, topical outline of scheduled lectures, assigned readings, and clinical assignment criteria are posted on this site. Grades will be made available ONLY through this site. Communication: Communication is the responsibility of both students and faculty. The faculty will keep students informed of progress in both theory and clinical. Students with questions or concerns should: -First go to the appropriate faculty member. -If not resolved, then follow the appropriate chain of command in the sequence as identified below:Course manager Director of ProgramAssociate Dean for Undergraduate EducationSchool of Nursing DeanGrievances: Challenges to grades may be pursued only on the basis of malice, bias, arbitrary or capricious grade determination or impermissible discrimination. In no event shall a challenge be pursued only on the basis of the standards employed in setting grades, so long as those standards are employed impartially. Grievances MUST be in WRITING and filed through the faculty member, the SON Associate Dean for Undergraduate Education and the Dean of the SON. If the student is not satisfied with the outcome after using the chain of command, the student may consult with and/or file a challenge with the Chairperson of the University Student Welfare and Grievance Committee. MyLearning Reflection: A guided course reflection is required in this course. This reflection assignment will be a mandatory assignment in all Traditional Pre-Licensure and RN-BSN courses. The assignment will be due at the end of the course. Students who do not submit a completed document will receive an Incomplete in the course and not be allowed to progress until the assignment is completed. Policy on Scholastic Dishonesty: Students are expected to be above reproach in all scholastic activities. Students who engage in scholastic dishonesty are subject to disciplinary penalties, including the possibility of failure in the course and dismissal from the School of Nursing and/or university. Scholastic dishonesty includes but is not limited to reproducing test or quiz materials from memory, copy/paste or Xerox, cheating, plagiarism, collusion, the submission for credit or any work or materials that are attributable in whole or in part to another person, taking an examination for another person, and any act designed to give unfair advantage to a student or the attempt to commit such acts. Regents' Rules and Regulations, Part One, Chapter VI, Section 3, Subsection 3.2, Subdivision 3.22.Policy on Scholastic Dishonesty (continued): Since scholastic dishonesty harms the individual, all students, and the integrity of the School of Nursing and the university, policies on scholastic dishonesty will be strictly enforced. See detailed procedure in the Handbook of Operating Procedures (HOP) available in the Office of the Dean of Students.COVID-19 PRECAUTIONSYou must STAY AT HOME and REPORT if you (1) have been diagnosed with COVID-19, (2) are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms, or (3) have had recent contact with a person who has received a positive coronavirus test. Reports should be made at screening.utep.edu. If you know of anyone who should report any of these three criteria, you should encourage them to report. If the individual cannot report, you can report on their behalf by sending an email to COVIDaction@utep.edu.For each day that you attend campus—for any reason—you must complete the questions on the UTEP screening website (screening.utep.edu) prior to arriving on campus. The website will verify if you are permitted to come to campus. Under no circumstances should anyone come to class when feeling ill or exhibiting any of the known COVID-19 symptoms. If you are feeling unwell, please let me know as soon as possible, and alternative instruction will be provided. Students are advised to minimize the number of encounters with others to avoid infection. Wear face coverings when in common areas of campus or when others are present. You must wear a face covering over your nose and mouth at all times in this class. If you choose not to wear a face covering, you may not enter the classroom. If you remove your face covering, you will be asked to put it on or leave the classroom. Students who refuse to wear a face covering and follow preventive COVID-19 guidelines will be dismissed from the class and will be subject to disciplinary action according to Section 1.2.3 Health and Safety and Section 1.2.2.5 Disruptions in the UTEP Handbook of Operating Procedures.(classes with on-campus meetings) Please note that if COVID-19 conditions deteriorate in the City of El Paso, all course and lab activities may be transitioned to remote delivery.Policy relating to Disability / Pregnancy/ CASS: Disability: Nursing is a physically and mentally challenging profession. Nurses are required to think critically and quickly in order to respond to patient care needs. Nurses are also expected to be able to assist patients in transfer, ambulation and in activities of daily living. In order to do this, nurses must be able to lift, bend and be on their feet for extended periods of time. Nursing students are expected to be able to perform these functions. It is therefore the responsibility of the student to inform the course manager of any limitations they may have in completing course expectations. Nursing students with limitations in any of the above abilities are advised to discuss these matters with The Center for Accommodations and Support Services (CASS) to determine if reasonable accommodations could be provided. Written guidelines r/t accommodations from CASS must be submitted to the course manager PRIOR to the start of the course. If you have a disability and need classroom accommodations, please contact?CASS at 747-5148, or by email to cass@utep.edu, or visit their office located in?UTEP Union East, Room 106.? For additional information, please visit the CASS website at sa.utep.edu/cass.?CASS’ Staff are the only individuals who can validate and if need be, authorize accommodations for students with disabilities.Pregnancy: It is the responsibility of the student to inform the instructor of pregnancy limitations. Written guidelines r/t accommodations from The Center for Accommodations and Support Services (CASS) must be submitted to the course manager PRIOR to the start of the course.COVID-19 AccommodationsStudents are not permitted on campus when they have a positive COVID-19 test, exposure or symptoms. If you are not permitted on campus, you should contact me as soon as possible so we can arrange necessary and appropriate accommodations. (classes with on-campus meetings) Students who are considered high risk according to CDC guidelines and/or those who live with individuals who are considered high risk may contact Center for Accommodations and Support Services (CASS) to discuss temporary accommodations for on-campus courses and activities.Professional Behavior:Students are expected to behave professionally at all times with faculty, peers, preceptors, and clients and in any setting in which the student is a representative of UTEP. Bullying, verbal abuse, insubordination, or personal attacks will not be tolerated in any form. Any behavior deemed inappropriate by faculty and/or preceptors will result in faculty conference(s), and completion of a Student Opting for Success (SOS) plan that addresses the student’s areas of needed improvement. Possible activities available to assist the student in attaining the SOS objectives include stress and/or anger management counseling sessions. Inappropriate behaviors may result in removal from the clinical setting and/or an administrative withdrawal from the course and/or dismissal from the program. The following addresses expectation of infection control, safety, and hygiene applying to classroom and clinical practice settings. Students are expected to be mindful of personal hygiene and cleanliness of clothing and personal baggage. ?Aseptic techniques should be used when coughing, sneezing, and disposing of personal tissues.? Students and faculty must be careful to create an image of cleanliness and health, avoiding personal body odors and excessive use of perfumed chemicals. ?Hair should be clean and neatly kept, skin should be clean and intact. Open wounds with drainage/swelling/ or lacerations should be cleansed/bandaged for the classroom setting; however, a physician note is needed to be allowed into the skills practice lab or into a clinical rotation in the nursing program.Retention: Students Opting for Success (SOS): When a student is not progressing in the course as expected, or is not successful on an examination, or is not meeting clinical expectations, they will be required to meet with the instructor to discuss strategies for success as outline on the SOS form. The SOS plan will identify recommendations for improving the student’s success potential and will specify time lines for completion of these recommendations. The SOS form (with all recommendations completed and all signatures in place) must be submitted to the course manager by due date. Students who are not successful in the course should be aware that non-compliance with SOS recommendations jeopardizes eligibility for the opportunity to repeat the course in the subsequent semester. See respective Blackboard home page for SOS form.UTEP Tobacco Policy: The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) appreciates your cooperation as we are a smoke and tobacco-free campus. The policy is part of the university’s promotion of respect toward our environment and community. The use of tobacco products (including but not limited to cigarettes, cigars, pipes, water pipes, bidis, kreteks, electronic cigarettes, smokeless tobacco, snuff, chewing tobacco or all other tobacco products) is prohibited in university buildings, grounds, sidewalks, walkways, and university-owned property and applies to all students, faculty, staff, contractors, and visitors. For more information, visit: tobaccofree.utep.edu. DIDACTIC POLICIES?Examination and Quiz policies?Statement on preparation of formal assignments ?Other Course specific policiesExams:All exams must be taken at the scheduled time. Exams will be taken under the Respondus Lockdown Browser and Monitor. Make-up exams are rarely given and are only given at the discretion of the instructor and when the student has notified the instructor in advance (at least 24 hours prior to class time to make alternate arrangements). Failure to do so will result in receiving a zero (0) for the exam. Each exam maybe reviewed only once at the announced assigned time/location for the exam review and then only up until the prior week of the next exam. The date of the final exam may not necessarily correlate with the class day, students will be notified as soon as the date is confirmed. The final exam is reviewed at the discretion of the course manager. Quizzes and PrepU:Quizzes will be administered intermittently through-out the semester. Quiz content will be from lectured material assigned for that day. Administration of quizzes will be random and unannounced. Students who do not take a quiz will receive a grade of zero (0). *The ATI RN Practice test versions A and B are required to be taken and the highest first attempted score achieved will be recorded as one quiz grade (maybe attempted multiple times). Refer to the “Lecture Schedule” for the date that the practice exam(s) will be due. Refer to the PrepU schedule for the date the assignments are due.Respondus Lockdown Testing Guidelines:During the online exams/quizzes, students must follow the below specified policies/guidelines. Policy violations will be considered a violation of the scholastic honesty, discipline, and professional conduct expectations outlined above in the course syllabus and will result in disciplinary actions. - The exams/ quizzes will assess students’ knowledge on the predetermined course materials, including textbook chapters and other designated readings. Exam/Quiz questions will be presented in a multiple-choice format and the content of the quiz questions will be directly relevant to the reading materials. - Exams/Quizzes are to be taken online, accessed through the course Blackboard site. - Students will be allowed only a single attempt on the exams/ quizzes. The score obtained for that single attempt will be documented in the final grade sheet. –Exams/ Quizzes will be accessible through a variety of devices, including desktops, laptops, tablets, smartphones, etc. However, reliable internet connection is critical to successfully complete the exam. – Exams/Quizzes will be accessible only during the time periods specified by the instructor. After the expiration of the exam deadline, students may no longer access the exams/quizzes, resulting in zero score on the relevant exam/quiz. –– Exams/Quizzes will have a time limit for completion. The specific time limit will be displayed prior to the start of the exam/quiz, and a rundown clock will assist students to proper time allocation. At the expiration of the allotted test time, the test will be automatically submitted. Should students experience internet problems or an unexpected disconnection, they will be able to log in again and continue with the exam/quiz prior to the expiration of the allotted time period. - Accessing the exam/quizzes will require students to activate the Respondus Lockdown Browser. This will require that students close all other webpages or applications on their device. - Students are encouraged to learn more about the Respondus Lockdown Browser. Prior to taking the exam/quizzes, students should watch an introductory video about this feature, available here: logo or visit the related website - Respondus Monitor uses a webcam and microphone, through which it records the student’s attempt on exam/quiz taking. Before the start of the exam/quiz, a start-up sequence is initiated to ensure that the student’s webcam and microphone are working properly. - During the start-up process, Respondus Monitor uses a student photo, which is used to identify the student taking the exam/quiz. Blocking the webcam view with an object, or moving out of the webcam view during the photo taking disables Respondus Monitor entirely. Students thus must take a photo where they are clearly recognizable. - The students’ webcam must be properly positioned, or if students use an electronic device, such as a laptop or a tablet that has a built-in webcam, the device must be properly positioned so that the resulting video image shows the entire face of the student. Students should check their webcam images to avoid the webcam showing only part of their face, or the student being out of the webcam view entirely. Students’ face must be fully viewable by the webcam during the entire exam/quiz session. - Students should remove any sunglasses, hats, etc., which would obscure their face recognition. If taking the exam in a public setting, students may wear a surgical mask for public health purposes. - The faces of students should be well lit, allowing proper recognition and monitoring. Students are advised to avoid taking the exam in a dark room, or have a bright light source (for example an open window) right behind them, thus making their image obscure or shadowed. Students should review their own webcam image for reassurance of video quality prior to taking the exam. -During the set-up process, Respondus Monitor asks students to take a video snapshot of their immediate test environment. Students are asked to show a 180° view of their surroundings immediately next to their electronic device. This should include items on the student’s desk/table, lap, chair, bench, etc. - Students are not allowed to have the textbook, class notes, and other electronic devices (laptops, tablets, phones, etc.) placed in the surrounding of the exam/quiz taking device. - During the exam/quizzes, the use of external devices, such as books, notes, phones, printers, computer files, emails, or any other communication devices are prohibited. The Lockdown Browser feature will disable the student’s primary device to print, capture screen content, visit other web pages, or access other applications during the quizzes. - During the exams/quizzes, students are expected to keep their eyes continuously on the device monitor. Looking down and up, or looking off to the sides is prohibited. - During the exams/quizzes, students are not allowed to have a conversation with others in the immediate surrounding area. Student focus should be exclusively on the exams/quiz. - During the exams/quizzes, students’ face must be consistently viewable. Students should not block the webcam view or cover their face in any way. Students should also avoid leaning into the webcam or moving out of the webcam view. - During the exams/quizzes, if using a non-stationary device such as a laptop or tablet, students are advised to place the device on a stable surface, such as a desk, and use the device from there during the entire duration of the exams/quiz. Students should avoid repeatedly moving, shaking, rotating, or adjusting the laptop/tablet, such as when taking the quiz while placing the laptop/tablet in their lap. - During the exams/quizzes, getting up and walking away from the webcam view is prohibited. - Since the exams/quizzes are voice and video recorded, students should display a professional behavior during the exam/quiz. While reading the exam/quiz questions and answer choices out loud is acceptable, using profanity, vulgarity, or derogatory comments is unacceptable.ATI: It is a course requirement for all students to take the nationally standardized exam provided by Assessment Technologies Incorporated (ATI) and to pass the exam at or above the national average (level 2). Students not achieving this passing standard will be required to remediate and to submit documentation of this remediation in accordance with Course Manager’s protocol. Students will receive an ‘Incomplete’ in the course until/unless this remediation is accomplished. Retention-Students Opting for Success (SOS): Academic coaching (tutoring) is available for students who anticipate learning needs. Students are encouraged to access this service. Academic referrals (SOS) are given when students are having difficulty in the course. Students, not complying with these referral strategies, most likely will not be given a faculty recommendation for course repeat, should they not be successful. CLINICAL POLICIESClinical policies specific for the course.Attendance: Punctual attendance for all clinical activities is required and tardiness and/or absenteeism will not be tolerated. The days and times for clinical experiences are clearly posted on the class/clinical schedule and students are expected to be where assigned and to be on time.If a student anticipates absence or tardiness for any clinical experience, the clinical instructor or Course Manager must be notified prior to the absence or tardiness and this will only be tolerated for a single occurrence. Makeup for one incidence of tardiness and/or clinical absence will be at the faculty’s discretion if there are extenuating circumstances. In case of illness, a release from a health care provider will be required to return to clinical with documentation that is signed and on an official letterhead. Students who are tardy and/or absent from any clinical experience will receive a formal verbal and written counseling relating to this lack of professionalism. A second occurrence of tardiness and/or absence from clinical activities will result in failure of clinical, and thus, failure of the course. Required clinical experiences include hospital orientation, clinical orientation, computer orientation as required by the agency, lab demonstrations, practice sessions, simulation hospital days, pre/post conferences and direct patient care.? Clinical Clearance: Before clinical orientation, students are required to have clinical clearances that are valid through the end of the semester. Health clearances, CPR, insurance, background checks, drug screening and city-wide orientation clearances should be verified by the Compliance Office. Students will not be eligible for clinical participation until all clearances are verified.Clinical Preparation: Any student who is not adequately prepared for clinical will not be allowed to care for patients if doing so would violate the departmental SON Safe & Effective Nursing Practice Policy. Daily preparation is a major component on the clinical evaluation.Dosage Calculation Exams: Students are required to take and pass the dosage calculation exam given in this course. The exam must be passed at 90% prior to the start of clinical. If the exam is not passed at 90%, students will have the opportunity to remediate and retest twice before clinical rotations start (a maximum of 3 attempts). Students unable to pass the dosage calculation exam after the 3 attempts will be administratively dropped from all clinical courses. The dosage calculation exam is not factored into the course grade.HIPAA: HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996) is a mandatory federal law that protects patient health information. In keeping with HIPAA guidelines, nursing students shall not, under any circumstance; photocopy, fax, or remove from the agency premises, any component of the patient's medical record.? Failure to comply with HIPAA policies will result in disciplinary action that may include course failure and/or dismissal from the nursing program.? In addition, legal action may be taken against the student.Simulation: Satisfactory achievement of simulation and course related objectives is required to achieve a passing clinical grade in this course. Facilitators are available in the Simulation Lab for additional help as needed. 95252540 Shadow Health? Digital Clinical Experience? (DCE) Shadow Health provides a clinical simulation designed to improve your assessment skills in a safe learning environment. You will examine digital patients throughout the course that are accessible online 24/7. The Digital Clinical Experience is free of many of the constraints and interruptions you face in a hospital or clinical setting. This unique simulation experience allows you to conduct in-depth patient exams and interviews at your own pace. Because the exams are in-depth, these assignments will often take over an hour to complete, so it is important to plan enough time to complete your assignments each week. Students must read the corresponding text chapters and materials provided in the calendar in preparation for interacting and completing Shadow Health modules.For registration and purchaseRegistration directions: you already have a Shadow Health account, you do not need to register for an additional student account. To add a course to your existing account log in and follow these instructions: Course PIN: June2021-4286-6363-7836-7144 page: requirementsReview requirements: Tablets and mobile devices are not currently supported.To use Speech-to-Text, you must complete assignments in Google Chrome. Shadow Health Support:Contact Shadow Health with any questions or technical issues regarding Shadow Health before contacting your instructor. Support is available at . II. Assignment OptionsThe assignment options allow students to choose which attempt to turn in or to reopen an assignment attempt. Enabling alternative assignment options may add to the time students spend completing an assignment. Depending on your assignment expectations, your students may go beyond the average time.A. Default settingWhat your students need to know: The first assignment attempt you make is the one considered for grading and feedback.B. Alternative option: Flexible Turn In What your students need to know: Students have the ability to choose which of their attempts to 'Turn In' or flag for submission. Here is a link explaining how students can turn in an attempt of their choice.C. Alternative option: Allow ReopeningWhat your students need to know: Students are able to manually reopen their attempts after submission prior to the assignment due date. Here is a link explaining how students can reopen an attempt. Safe and Effective Nursing Practice PolicyThe following Safe Nursing Practice Policy is a revision of a similar policy that has been in effect since the nursing program became a part of the University of Texas System (1973). This policy must be adhered to in order for a student to succeed in clinical nursing courses. All overt and covert acts which compromise the nursing process must be directed toward quality care for the patient/client/family, which promotes health.Safe and Effective Nursing Practice is Defined as:Ability to demonstrate knowledge about patient/client status.Ability to observe, report and record signs and symptoms.Ability to accurately interpret, report and record changes in patient’s condition.Demonstrates through overt and covert acts assurance of the delivery of quality nursing care.Ability to set priorities and carry through with appropriate nursing interventions.Ability to evaluate and make substantive judgments relative to the quality of nursing care.Ability to calculate and administer drugs safely, including documentation of administration.As professional nurses with a commitment to the welfare of clients/patients, the nursing faculty reserves the right to refuse the opportunity to a student to care for patients if the student’s health interferes with performance or if the student gives evidence of unsafe and/or ineffective nursing practice. A student may not render care when under the influence of prescribed or over-the-counter medication that may affect judgment, or if the student imbibes in/or is under the influence of alcohol or illicit drugs. Further progression in the nursing major will be evaluated.Since the faculty to student ratio in the clinical area is 1:10, it is impossible for a faculty member to be present continually with each student to observe every situation. It is therefore imperative that each student assumes personal responsibility to be prepared for each clinical practice experience. Each student is expected to check immediately with the instructor or agency staff if in doubt about patient care or a patient’s condition, and to report to the instructor or staff when leaving the clinical area to assure continuity of care for patients. Please refer to the clinical practicum policy for further information.Copyright Notice Copyright law protects many of the materials that are posted within this course. These materials are only for the use of students enrolled in this course and only for the purpose of this course. They may not be further retained or disseminated.Online Accessibility DocumentComputer RequirementsUse the browser checker?to ensure you have all of the necessary plugins installed on your computer that you will need in order to access all the content in this course. This browser checker will test browser compatibility, cookies, JavaScript, pop-up and other Java features.Browser Performance HintsClear browser cacheAllow pop-upsMake sure your Java is up-to-dateFollow the steps at?Blackboard Learn browser checkerSoftware RequirementsWhen creating documents, slide presentations, spreadsheets, etc., you must use Microsoft Office or a compatible program (see?10 Free MS Word Alternatives). If you are using Windows Vista or Office 2007, you may have compatibility problems and others in the course may not be able to view your work. Go to the UTEP-IT website's "Patches & Updates" area to download a "compatibility toolkit" (it is listed under the "Patches and Updates" column). Also check your course syllabus for specific software instructions from your instructor.Recommended softwareAdobe AcrobatAdobe Flash PlayerJavaQuickTimeWindows Media PlayerSupported Browsers?Learning Resources:UTEP provides a variety of student services and support. Familiarize yourself with the bookmarks on the right-hand side of the Blackboard student portal (visible before entering into a course) as well as the resources below.UTEP Library?- access to a wide range of resources including online, full-text access to thousands of journals and eBooks plus reference service and librarian assistance for enrolled students.RefWorks?- bibliographic citation tool; check out the RefWorks?tutorial?and?Fact Sheet and Quick-Start GuideUniversity Writing Center?(UWC)?- submit papers here for assistance with writing style and formatting, ask a tutor for help and explore other writing resources available hereMath Tutoring Center (MaRCS)?- ask a tutor for help and explore other math resources available hereHistory Tutoring Center (HTC)?- submit papers here for assistance with writing history papers, ask a tutor for help and explore other history resources available hereElluminate?- online virtual classroom/conference room with multiple features including audio, video, instant messaging, interactive whiteboard, application sharing, file transfer, and session recording/playback with synchronized audio/chat/notes.?Recommended Hardware for Elluminate -Headphonespreferred rather than external speakers to avoid audio feedback being picked up by the micMicrophonea webcam microphone will work, but often a separate mic positioned closer to the mouth picks up less background noiseWebcamfor transmitting live video of the session participant(s)Video camerafor transmitting live video of a procedure or demonstrationSafe Assign?- online submission of paper compares your work to published papers and checks for plagiarism Netiquette?- "Netiquette" stands for "Internet Etiquette", and refers to the set of practices developed over the years to make the Internet experience pleasant for everyone. Please review some of the?Netiquete?rules at Virtual Private Network:?UTEP's electronic resources (i.e. Library resources) are available to registered students when working from outside the campus network. In order to access these resources, you will need to set up a Virtual Private Network (VPN) that basically recognizes you are a UTEP student and can look for journals and use subscriptions UTEP/You have paid for. Setting up a VPN is simple, click on the following link to see a visual tutorial:?UTEP VPN.Technical Assistance BlackboardThe online component of this class is hosted by UT El Paso. If you have computer, Blackboard problems, or any other kind of technical questions (not related to ATI), please contact the UTEP Help Desk via email at helpdesk@utep.edu or by phone at (915) 747-5257. The HELP desk hours are: Mon-Fri 7:00am - 8:00pm (Mountain Time), Sat 9:00am - 1:00pm (Mountain Time), Sun CLOSED.Courses with ATI (Assessment Technologies Institute) components:Technical Requirements for ATI use:BrowserVersionGoogle Chrome?41.0 or laterInternet Explorer?11 or laterMozilla Firefox?36.0 or laterSafari?6.2.7 or laterOperating Systems for ATI useDeviceOperating SystemPCWindows 7,8, 8.1, and 10MacMac OS? X 10.9 or lateriPad? 2 or lateriOS 7 or laterAndroidAndroid 4.4 or laterNotes for ATI use: Minimum resolution 1024 x 600Javascript and cookies must both be enabled with browserAndroid’s default browser is not supported, download Chrome for a better experience.Some browsers may require user to enable tabbingSome content may only be made accessible by disabling your browser’s popup rmation under Browser Performance Hints (listed above) apply for this application as well.Technical Assistance ATIUTEP’s ATI Champion is Ms. Carla Ellis at cjellis@utep.edu or at 915-747-8175, Mon – Fri 9a-5p. After hours help or immediate help can be found at the ATI helpdesk at 800-667-7531. Being Successful Using Online LearningOnline learning is not a spectator sport. It is everyone's responsibility to participate as fully as they can so everyone can get the most from the experience. Here are some simple rules to follow to ensure your participation and engagement in the learning process:Ask questions: If you don't know the answer, someone else will. The discussion board is the area for asking questions related to content OR any problems (related to the class) you are having. Make sure that you have clearly indicated the subject of your message. Reach out to others: Offer a fact, article, link, or other item that can help others learn something you can share. Be appropriate: The online classroom is not the place for insulting or insensitive comments, attacks, or venting. Inappropriate behavior can be subject to disciplinary action, as well. Be diplomatic: When sending messages on emotionally charged topics, I recommend that you write the message and then walk away for at least an hour before re-reading the message and then sending it. Re-reading emotionally charged messages ensures that they are constructive instead of destructive. Think of the person at the other end. Stay focused: Stay on topic to increase the efficiency of your learning. Effective Electronic Communication GuidelinesKeep your messages concise and clearly written. Most ideas can be stated in a couple of paragraphs, although sometimes a longer message may be needed to develop your thoughts adequately. Keep in mind that people are more apt to read and digest shorter messages than long ones.Be respectful of other's ideas, opinions, and beliefs. It's fine to disagree with someone, but please respect his or her right to think differently.Avoid posting simple two or three word statements such as "I agree" or "Good point". If you think someone has made an especially strong point and you want to say so, and then explain why by adding a few sentences describing your response or adding to the original point.A message that demonstrates substance contributes to the understanding and application of ideas by doing one or more of the following:Reflection about meaning: Describe thoughtfully what something means or new insights it provides, or raise a question as a seed for clarification or further discussion.Analysis: Discusses relevant themes, concepts, main ideas, components, or relationships among ideas. Or, identifies hidden assumptions or fallacies in reasoning.Elaboration: Builds on ideas of others or ideas found in the readings by adding details, examples, a different viewpoint, or other relevant information.Application: Provides examples of how principles or concepts can be applied to actual classroom situations, or discuss the implications of theory for practice.Synthesis: Integrate multiple views to provide a summary, a new perspective, or a creative refashioning of ideas.Evaluation: Assesses the accuracy, reasonableness, or quality of ideasN3604 Statement from Syllabus or Clinical Guidelines Competency in skills is the responsibility of each student before caring for patients. The Simulation laboratory staff and faculty are available at designated times and by appointment via Open Lab to assist students to gain required competency. Students are responsible for competency in all skills taught in previous courses and including: bathing, oral care, bed making, transferring, exercise and ambulation,positioning, obtaining and interpreting vital signs, performing I&O's,assisting with elimination, emptying an ostomy appliance, collecting urine and stool specimens, applying oxygen therapy, measuring blood glucose, administering medications (PO, topical, R, IM, SQ),assess wound dressing for drainage, assess wounds for signs of infection, male and female bladder catheterization, insertion and removing a nasogastric tube medication administration via gastric tubes.Required Skills ValidationStudent Name ________________ Faculty Name: Semester: _____________ SKILLSFSSKILLSFSPerforms health historyAppropriately transfer patient from bed to chair Performs head to toe assessmentAssist in positioning patient in bedUses therapeutic communicationApplies sequential compression devicesAccurately performs and interprets vital signs and SpO2Applies anti-embolism stockings (Ted hose)Accurately interprets lab valuesApplies comfort and protective devices Appropriately locates patient information in chartAssist with bed to stretcher transfersAccurately verifies physician orders Ambulate patient with cane, walker, crutchesAccurately verifies medications with HCP orders and MARProperly don and remove PPESafely prepares, administer and document oral medicationsPerform and teach airborne, droplet, contact, &Neutropenic precautions Safely prepares, administer and document IM injectionsAssess, apply and remove restraints Safely prepares, administer and document SQ injectionsTeach use of incentive spirometerSafely prepares, administer and document ID injectionsPerform Chest PT, teach cough & deep breathingSafely prepares, administer and document topical medicationsAdminister humidified oxygen Safely prepares, administer and document NG/GT medicationsTeach patient oxygen safetyIdentifies correct IV solutions, rate, volume to be infused and alarms for volume infused, air, and obstructionAdminister oxygen via nasal cannula, simple mask and/or venturi maskAssess for IV infiltration, infection, and thrombusTeach the use of peak flow meterAssist patients with hygiene and ADLsAssist with patient feedingPerforms Bed making both occupied and unoccupied Perform blood glucose testingAssist patient with bedpan and urinalsAssess wound dressing for drainageAccurately assess and records Intake & OutputAssess wounds for signs of infectionInserts indwelling urethral catheter (Foley catheter)Removes sutures and/or staplesDiscontinues indwelling urethral catheter (Foley catheter)Performs ROMApply and manage condom catheterPerforms hot and cold therapyEmpty urine collection bag (Foley bag)Applies seizure precautionsEmpty closed drainage system (Jackson Pratt drain)Accurately completes concept map and care planEmpty closed drainage system (hemovac)EnemasAppropriately operates mechanical transfer equipmentEmptying an Ostomy ApplianceInsertion and removal of Nasogastric Tube Teaching isotonic, isometric, and isokinetic exercisesStudents are expected to be competent with the following skills at the end of this course – N3604.Student signature: Date: Please create a thread that you have read the Syllabus Addendum on the Blackboard link. ................
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