UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA



UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA

COLLEGE OF NURSING

COURSE SYLLABUS

FALL 2012

COURSE NUMBER NGR 6140 – Sections 0295 and 125F

COURSE TITLE Physiology and Pathophysiology for Advanced Nursing Practice

CREDITS 4

PLACEMENT Variable

PREREQUISITES None

COREQUISITES None

FACULTY OFFICE PHONE OFFICE HOURS

David J Derrico RN, MSN 3202 352-273-6341 Tuesday 1115-1315

Assistant Clinical Professor Cell 352-562-6305

derridj@ufl.edu

DEPARTMENT CHAIR

Joyce Stechmiller, PhD, ACNP-BC, FAAN 3230 352-273-6394 By Appointment

Associate Professor

stechjk@ufl.edu

JACKSONVILLE CAMPUS DIRECTOR Jax 904-244-5172 By Appointment

Andrea C Gregg RN, DSN

Associate Professor

greggac@ufl.edu

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course provides an advanced understanding of concepts in human physiology and pathophysiology as a foundation for the advanced nursing practice role. Concepts related to biological sciences including cell biology, tumor biology, immunology, genetics, and pathology will be presented. The focus of this course is on principles, theories, and current research related to physiological and pathophysiological system alterations across the lifespan.

COURSE OBJECTIVES Upon completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Integrate knowledge from the physical, biological, and social sciences to understand human physiological functioning across the lifespan.

2. Analyze the relationships between normal physiological processes and pathophysiological processes across the lifespan.

3. Explain the etiology, at-risk populations, pathogenesis morphology, and clinical and diagnostics manifestations of selected acute and chronic disease states.

4. Apply self-learning principles in the advanced practice role in integrating current research-based findings to understand etiology, pathogenesis and morphological alterations of selected acute and chronic disease states.

5. Relate underlying physiological and/or pathophysiological alterations to health assessments findings.

COURSE SCHEDULE This is a web- based course with no scheduled class meetings.

Midterm Exam October 8, 9, or 10 2012 0900-2300 using Proctor U

Final Exam December 10, 11, or 12 2012 0900-2300 using Proctor U

E-Learning in Sakai is the course management system that you will use for this course. ELearning in Sakai is accessed by using your Gatorlink account name and password at

. There are several tutorials and student help links on the E-Learning login

site. If you have technical questions call the UF Computer Help Desk at 352-392-HELP or send

email to helpdesk@ufl.edu .

It is important that you regularly check your Gatorlink account email for College and University wide information and the course E-Learning site for announcements and notifications.

Course websites are generally made available on the Friday before the first day of classes.

ATTENDANCE

Students are expected to participate in the activities and discussions as listed in the course syllabus and on the course web-site. Timeframes for the posting and receiving of materials are listed in the course materials on the course web-site. A grade penalty may be assigned for late assignments or make-up exams. Make-up exams may not be available in all courses.

Requirements for class attendance and make-up exams, assignments, and other work are

consistent with university policies that can be found at:

.

ProctorU Information for Graduate Online Courses ONLY:

o Major course examinations will be administered via ProctorU, a live proctoring service, to ensure a secure testing environment.

o Each student computer must be in compliance with Policy S1.04, Student Computer Policy and must contain a web cam, microphone, and speakers.

o Each examination will cost $22.50 per exam.

o Students go to the website and click on “How To Get Started”. This will permit students to create an account and test out their system.

o Once an instructor makes an exam available, students go online to ProctorU to schedule and pay for the exam session. Students must provide a valid email address and phone number where they can be reached during an exam.

o CON IT Support office will oversee this process and provide technical assistance.

ACCOMMODATIONS DUE TO DISABILITY

Each semester, students are responsible for requesting a memorandum from the Office for Students with Disabilities to notify faculty of their requested individual accommodations. This should be done at the start of the semester.

UNIVERSTY COUNSELING AND MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES

(352) 392-1575

STUDENT HANDBOOK

Students are to refer to the College of Nursing Student Handbook for information about

University & College of Nursing policies, honor code, and professional behavior.





TOPICAL OUTLINE

1. Concepts in developmental physiology

2. Physiological concepts in:

a. Cellular Biology

b. Immunology

c. Genetics

d. Tumor Biology

e. Endocrinology

f. Reproductive Function

g. Neurology

h. Hematology

i. Dermatology

j. Respiratory Function

k. Cardiovascular Function

l. Gastrointestinal Function

m. Renal Function

n. Musculoskeletal Function

3. Etiology, at-risk populations, pathogenesis, and morphology of selected acute and chronic disease states

4. Physiological and pathological alterations underlying clinical and diagnostic manifestations of selected acute and chronic disease states

TEACHING METHODS

Assigned readings, discussions, case studies, minipapers, computer assisted instruction

LEARNING ACTIVITIES

Weekly case study review, discussions online, minipapers, case study analysis

CLASSROOM ETIQUETTE

Classroom Behavior is covered under the Regulation of the University of Florida, Regulation 2.019. (j) Conduct Disruptive to the University Community. All students are expected to comply with UF policies .

The UF policy defines disruption of a class or curricular activity as follows:

Classroom or other academic workplace behavior that interferes with either (a) the instructor’s authority or ability to conduct the class or (b) the ability of other students to benefit from the instructional program

EVALUATION METHODS/COURSE GRADE CALCULATION

Evaluation will be based upon the following 5 areas:

1. Midterm Exam - Total Possible = 110 points

2. Final Exam - Total Possible = 110 points

3 15 Weekly Mini-papers (4 points each) Total Possible = 60 points

4. Discussion Board Participation on 80/104 Case study topics.

1 point for engaging in discussion in 60 cases Total Possible = 60 points

4 points for Discussion Board Leadership In 15 cases of your choice

(these must be different than the 1 point cases above) Total Possible = 60 points

5. Case Study Analysis Paper Total Possible = 100 points

______________________

Total Possible = 500 points

Divided by 5 for final grade

Specific grading rubric is located in the syllabus addendum and on the course website

GRADING SCALE/QUALITY POINTS  

            A         95-100 (4.0)                 C         74-79* (2.0)

            A-        93-94   (3.67)              C-        72-73   (1.67)

            B+       91- 92  (3.33)               D+       70-71   (1.33)

            B         84-90   (3.0)                  D         64-69   (1.0)

            B-        82-83   (2.67)               D-        62-63   (0.67)

            C+       80-81   (2.33)               E          61 or below (0.0)

   

* 74 is the minimal passing grade

For more information on grades and grading policies, please refer to University’s grading policies:

REQUIRED TEXT

Kumar, V., Abbas, A., & Fausto, N. (2010). Robbins & Cotran: Pathologic basis

of disease, 8th ed., Philadelphia: Elsevier/Saunders

Purchase of this textbook provides you with an activation code in the front cover of the book. This activation code provides you access to the online resources including the case studies.

1. Activate your access at:

(if your textbook says “expertconsult” instead, then use that address)

2. Click “Register Now”

3. Fill in your user information

4. Click “Create Account”

5. Activate your Book

a. Scratch off the activation code at the bottom of the book cover

b. Enter the code into the “Add a Title” box

c. Click on the Book Title:

i. Kumar et al.: Robbins and Cotran: Pathologic basis of disease, 8E

6. Explore the resources

a. Click on “Pathology Case Studies”

b. Click on: “Click Here to View Case Studies” & find the case studies listed by topic

NGR 6140 WEEKLY CLASS SCHEDULE

|WEEK DATES | TOPIC |ASSIGNMENTS /READINGS |

1 8/22-8/26 Get oriented/organized/started in the course

2 8/27-9/2 Cellular Adaptations/Injury/Death Chapters 1, 2, 3

Inflammation, Tissue Repair 5 Case Studies online

3 9/3-9/9 Hemodynamic Disorders Chapters 4, 5, 7

Genetic Disorders, Neoplasia 9 Case Studies online

4 9/10-9/16 Diseases of Immunity Chapters 6, 8

Infectious Disease 11 Case Studies online

5 9/17-9/23 Environmental/Nutritional Pathology Chapters 9, 10

Diseases of Infancy & Childhood 5 Case Studies online

(include 2 oral path.cases)

6 9/24-9/30 Red Cells, Bleeding Disorders Chapters 13, 14

White Cells, Lymph Nodes, Spleen 9 Case Studies online

7 10/1-10/7 The Skin Chapter 25

(Last Content on Midterm) 7 Case Studies online

8. 10/8-10/14 Exam Week

October 8, 9, or 10 2012 0900-2300 Midterm Exam Proctor U

9. 10/15-10/21 Blood Vessels and Heart Chapters 11, 12

7 Case Studies online

10. 10/22-10/28 Lungs, Head & Neck Chapters 15, 16

6 Case Studies online

11. 10/29-11/4 The GI Tract Chapters 17, 18, 19

The Liver, Biliary Tract, & Pancreas 12 Case Studies online

12. 11/5-11/11 The Kidney, Lower Urinary Tract Chapters20, 21, 22

Male and Female Genital Tract 14 Case Studies online

13. 11/12-11/18 The Breast Chapters 23, 24

The Endocrine System 8 Case Studies online

14/15 11/19-11/28 The Bones, Joints Chapters 26, 29

The Eye 4 Case Studies online

15/16 NOVEMBER 28, 2012 - CASE STUDY ANALYSIS DUE by 1159PM

11/29-12/5 Neuro Chapters 27, 28

7 Case Studies online

DECEMBER 10, 11, or 12 0900-2300 Final Exam Proctor U

EVALUATION DETAILS – Grading Rubric

Evaluation will be based upon the following 5 areas:

1. Midterm Exam - Total Possible = 110 points

All questions will be based on posted discussion questions from weeks 1 through 7.

2. Final Exam - Total Possible = 110 points

All questions will be based on posted discussion questions from weeks 9 through 16.

3. Weekly Minipapers on articles related to 15 Selected (your choice) Case Study Topics

See class schedule listing of assigned Chapters and associated Case studies/week.

You must do 15 minipapers this semester – an average of at least one per week.

Minipapers are due in the assignment drop box on the E-Learning website during the date

range listed on the weekly class schedule. Late minipapers = 2 points deduction

Mini-papers can be written using research articles or information articles (secondary

resources). Throughout the semester a combination of both information and research

articles should be selected. (do not use textbooks for this assignment = 1 point deduction)

Mini-papers should be no longer than 1 page, typed, and double spaced.

1 point for selecting a research or information article relevant to selected case study

1 point for using correct APA style on listing the reference

1 point for preparing a thoughtfully written summary

1 point for articulating an application/s for advanced nursing practice

15 Mini-papers on weekly case study topics - potential for 4 points each

Total Possible = 60 points

4. Weekly Discussion Board Participation on 75 Case study topics.

1 point for engaging in discussion at least once/per 60 cases (out of 104)

You may post your minipaper for any cases that you select as a minipaper case

Please support your views with references Total Possible = 60 points

4 points for Discussion Board participation demonstrating Leadership in discussion

In 15 selected (your choice) Case Studies with potential for 4 points each

(Leadership cases must be different than 1 point cases above)

Guidelines for leadership: Identify LEAD in the body of each leadership posting, begin

posting on the topic before Wednesday of the discussion week (you can’t be a leader if you

procrastinate on the topic), post substantively at least 3 times on the topic, post at least 3

thoughtful questions, offer differing points of view, make a significant contribution to the

discussion, respond to classmate’s posting, explore evidence-based practice, support with

references in APA style. You may choose to be a leader on the case studies you write your

minipapers on or select different case studies to be a leader.

Total Possible = 60 points

5. Case Study Analysis Paper (see attached guidelines) Total Possible = 100 points ______________________

Total Possible = 500 points

Divided by 5 for final grade

Approved: Academic Affairs Committee: 6/96; 4/01

Faculty: 8/96; 5/01

UF Curriculum: 10/96; 5/99

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