LPN to RN Online Bridge - AAS

Expanded administration of intravenous therapy as outlined by K.A.R. 60-16-102(b)under the regulatory agency, the Kansas State Board of Nursing.

Basic structure and function of the human body. Four hours lecture and four hours laboratory per week.
Pre-Reqs: (CH101,CH105,CH110)&(BI101,BI104,BI105,BI112),BI100/G=C

Microbiological principles; introduction to eukaryotic and prokaryotic microbes and viruses, growth and control, microbial genetics, mechanisms of infection, and host defenses with selected microbial diseases addressed; support of concepts examined in lecture provided by lab emphasizing aseptic technique, safe handling and manipulation of microbes and survey of representative microorganisms. Three hours lecture and two hours laboratory per week.
Pre-Reqs: (BI101,BI103,BI104,BI105)

Essentials of composition. Emphasis is placed on practice in writing expository paragraphs and themes and in using the techniques of research. Selected readings for models and criticism are used. Based on placement scores, students may be required to enroll in EN100 English Composition IB and EN099 Elements of Writing instead of EN101. Additionally, honors students may elect to take EN103H Honors English Composition I in lieu of EN101.
Pre-Reqs: .ASSETLANG=45-100,.ACTENG=20-36,.COMPENGL=76-99

Etiologies, signs, symptoms, courses and complications of diseases, and the modern practices of diagnosis and treatment.
Pre-Reqs: HR105&BI103

Study of microcomputer including word processing, spreadsheets, database, necessary hardware concepts and terminology.

A survey of the fundamental principles of behavior including physiological, perceptual, historical, methodological, learning, memory, development, motivational, emotional, social and applied perspectives.

A survey of the theories of and current research into the psychological development of individuals from birth to death focusing on the progressive changes experienced in the physical, cognitive and social-emotional domains of life.
Pre-Reqs: PS100

Designed to bridge the practicing LPN and/or EMICT into the role of an Associate Degree Nurse; comparing and contrasting the role and function of the registered nurse in relation to other health care team providers; using basic nursing concepts,principles and skills needed in practice; practicing specific nursing procedures in a simulated and clinical laboratory setting; demonstrating skill competencies and documentating them for successful course completion required.
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Care of the adult client with alteration of each body system, as well as vascular and cellular conditions; promotion, maintenance and restoration of psychological homeostasis within the environment through utilization of the nursing process; interrelatedness of pathophysiology, pharmacology and nutrition as it occurs in specific conditions.
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Interaction between health and development of children and their families; enhancement of the health of children and the culturally diverse family system; clinical practice in hospital-based pediatric care areas and community-based facilities.
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Psychological and physiological changes/adaptations within the environment that occur during the childbearing years; effects of cultural differences on childbearing and self-care abilities.
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Examination of issues and trends affecting the nursing profession, focusing on practice, education and research.
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Nursing care of patients in psychological and/or physiological crisis.
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Exploration of leadership and management concepts applicable to various roles in nursing in structured setting.
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