BIO 117 : Human Anatomy and Physiology I

Course Description	(equivalent to GSB 117) This course is designed for pre-professional students as an introduction to a basic understanding of the structural organization of the human body starting with the tissues, integumentary, skeletal, muscular, digestive and nervous systems. The course will focus on the cellular organization and on the tissue and organ level of each system. In laboratory exercises, students study and learn structures from various available anatomical models.
Prerequisites
Credits	4

BIO 118 : Human Anatomy and Physiology II

Course Description	(equivalent to GSB 118) This is the second of the two courses offered to pre-professional students. The course focuses on the organization of the cardiovascular, respiratory, lymphatic, endocrine, urinary and reproductive systems. Class discussions deal with the basic cellular, tissue level and organ level organization of each system. Functional significances as well as clinical correlations of some structures are also covered. Special focus will be on fertilization and reproduction, pregnancy and lactation, coronary and cerebrovascular circulation. Laboratory exercises include studying structures from available anatomical models.
Prerequisites
Credits	4

BIO 229 : Microbiology

Course Description	(equivalent to GSB 228) Prevention and control of disease and the basic principles of microbiology as applied to personal and community hygiene (lecture and laboratory sessions).
Prerequisites
Credits	4

BIO 246 : Nutrition and Human Development

Course Description	This course offers a specialized review of the principles of sound nutrition and the effects of diet on personal well-being. Environmental, social, physical, and psychological reasons underlying poor diet are examined.
Prerequisites
Credits	3

COC 101 : Fundamentals of Speech

Course Description	Techniques of public speaking. Includes the delivery of several speeches during the course of the program.
Prerequisites
Credits	3

HS 201: Independent Study-Community Service

Course Description	Each student is required to complete an independent study that involves community service to individuals afflicted with physical or mental health problems, their families and friends. Upon completion of the community service, the student prepares a paper, presentation, or project related to this experience. The two major objectives of this course are (1) to increase the student's appreciation of the difficulties experienced by the patient, his family and friends, when illness and disability occur, and (2) to sensitize the student to the personal satisfaction gained by community service and the potential benefits of integrating community service with a lifelong career as a health care practitioner. Students may complete this requirement at any time between acceptance to the program and graduation. The specifics of the experience and project undertaken are negotiated on an individual basis between the student and the department faculty member advising the student for the project.
Prerequisites
Credits	1

LLE 101: English Composition I

Course Description	Extensive practice in the composition of clear, concise, and grammatically correct sentences and paragraphs with special emphasis on the five paragraph essay and the research paper. Admission by assignment following placement exam.
Prerequisites
Credits	3

MCO 122: Computer Literacy and Information Retrieval

Course Description	Students examine basic computer topics and terminology, with a special emphasis on electronic information retrieval, as they explore ways to utilize information retrieval technology to keep abreast of developments in their various academic disciplines. To this end, computer hardware and software are discussed, along with personal computer applications such as Microsoft Office. Internet topics, such as advanced search techniques, constructing deep searches, and finding specialty information are examined in detail. A capstone project is the preparation of a research project, which should use both traditional as well as electronic methods of research.
Prerequisites
Credits	3

NUR 100 : Mathematics for Nurses

Course Description	This self-directed one credit math course is designed to reinforce basic math concepts as well as introduce the student to drug and dosage calculations. The student will work independently through CD-ROM modules, progressing at his/her own pace, demonstrating mastery through module testing. A resource instructor will be available for questions and clarification of the material. The information from this course will be expanded upon in NUR 130, Pharmacology in Nursing.
Prerequisites
Credits	1

NUR 110: Fundamentals of Nursing

Course Description	Introduces students to their roles as Registered Nurses in the assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation of care. Students begin the semester in the Nursing Skills Laboratory where they practice and master basic skills; they move on to applying these skills utilizing the Nursing Process within the framework of Orem's Self-Care Theory with clients in the traditional setting of the skilled nursing facility. The skills include, but are not limited to, therapeutic communication; infection control/blood-borne pathogens, fire safety, client and institutional confidentiality; basic life support (cardiopulmonary resuscitation); basic client care and status including client hygiene and nutrition; review of medications and other practitioner orders; discussion of legal, ethical, regulatory, cultural, and financial issues that affect professional nursing practice; medication administration; and the organization of client care. Co-requisites: NUR 130, BIO 118.
Prerequisites	BIO 246, PSY 101, LLE 101, BIO 117, NUR 100.
Credits	7

NUR 120: Medical-Surgical Nursing I

Course Description	Provides the basis for application of critical thinking skills in utilizing the Nursing Process and Orem's Self-Care Theory in organizing Nursing care of hospitalized adult clients with common acute pathologies. Students are required to utilize basic communication skills with clients from various cultural backgrounds; to explore values, attributes, and behaviors of their clients and themselves as they interact and provide care; to exhibit professional behavior as regards clients, classmates, staff, visitors, and other members of the Touro community, and to recognize and adhere to legal, regulatory, ethical, and financial requirements of the health care system, of the state, and of the institution. Co-requisite: BIO 229.
Prerequisites	NUR 110
Credits	8

NUR 130: Pharmacology in Nursing

Course Description	This course builds upon the foundation acquired in the Anatomy and Physiology, Nutrition, and co-requisite courses in Fundamentals of Nursing and the second semester of Anatomy and Physiology. Topics addressed comprise major drug classification, indications, uses, contraindications, cautions, side and adverse effects, toxicities, and allergies. Instruction in dosage calculation and intravenous flow rates is included.
Prerequisites	NUR 100
Credits	3

NUR 210 : Maternal Child Nursing

Course Description	This course uses the Nursing Process, Orem's Self-Care Theory and a developmental approach to build upon principles of humanity, health, and environment as they affect nursing care of women, infants, and children. Emphasis is placed on health teaching and providing care to obstetrical, newborn, and pediatric clients with complex problems from the prenatal period through adolescence.
Prerequisites	NUR 120
Credits	5

NUR 230 : Mental Health Nursing

Course Description	This course focuses on the study and application of modern concepts of effective communication and psychiatric and mental health care. Students utilize the Nursing Process and Orem's Self - Care Theory as they organize and provide care to individuals and groups of clients with a variety of psychiatric pathologies in community and inpatient settings.
Prerequisites	NUR 120
Credits	4 (formerly 5 credits)

NUR 240: Medical-Surgical Nursing IIA

Course Description	This course builds upon the foundation acquired in NUR 110, NUR 120, and NUR 130. Students apply previously learned concepts and skills to the care and outcome evaluation of adult clients and groups of clients with chronic health problems in the hospital and in the community, utilizing the Nursing Process and Orem's Self - Care Theory.
Prerequisites	NUR 120
Credits	5 (formerly 4 credits)

NUR 241 : Medical-Surgical Nursing IIB

Course Description	Students continue to apply previously learned concepts and skills to the care and outcome evaluation of adult clients and groups of clients with chronic health problems in the hospital and in the community utilizing the Nursing Process and Orem's Self - Care Theory. This course also provides a forum for discussion of students' observations regarding treatment of common chronic health problems.
Prerequisites	NUR 240
Credits	5 (formerly 4 credits)

NUR 260 : Trends in Nursing*

Course Description	Current issues and trends that impact the practice of Nursing in the 21st century are addressed, as is the influence of the holistic model of health care. Nursing practice related to complementary healing techniques, the common elements of spirituality, and evidence-based practice in the art and science of healing, act as catalysts for class discussion and debate. Economic and political influences, the health care environment, and various aspects of nursing practice are discussed.
Prerequisites	NUR 240
Credits	2

PSY 101: Introduction to Psychology

Course Description	Psychology as a biological, behavioral, and social science. Topics include: critical and scientific analysis of human behavior, fundamentals of psychological research, biological bases of behavior, states of consciousness, learning, thought memory and intelligence, social behavior and personality, mental health and adjustment, diagnosis and treatment of abnormal behavior.
Prerequisites
Credits	3