NUR 101, 103 (lab). Fundamentals of Nursing. This course will introduce the student to the theoretical framework for the nursing program, nursing process, and fundamental skills. Laboratory experiences will focus on the care of the geriatric patient. Only students who have been admitted to the nursing program may enroll in this course. Students must be concurrently enrolled in both courses; lab is offered on a pass/fail basis. (6)
NUR 150, 152 (lab). Medical-Surgical Nursing. This course will emphasize application of nursing process and theoretical concepts to the care of medical-surgical and geriatric patients. Laboratory experiences will include acute and long-term care settings. Only students who have been admitted to the nursing program may enroll in this course. Students must be concurrently enrolled in both courses; lab is offered on a pass/fail basis. Prerequisites: NUR 101, BIOL 254, CHEM 121, MATH 111. (8)
NUR 160, 162 (lab). Nursing Articulation. This course is for Licensed Practical Nursing Students who are requesting Advanced Standing. The focus of the course will be a review of skills and introduction to the theoretical concepts emphasized in the Nursing Program. Only students who have been admitted to the nursing program may enroll in this course. Students must be concurrently enrolled in both courses; lab is offered on a pass/fail basis. Prerequisites: CHEM 121, BIOL 254, 255, MATH 11, WELL 300, NUR 170, ENGL 101, PSY 102, 301. (3)
NUR 170. Pharmacology. This course will present the basic therapeutic actions of various types of commonly used drugs. Emphasis will be placed on the classification of medications, therapeutic action, adverse reactions, and routes of administration. Drug interactions and contraindications will be presented. This course will also contain a unit on calculation of dosages and solutions. Prerequisites: BIOL 254, CHEM 121. (3)
NUR 200, 202 (lab). Maternal/Newborn Nursing. This course emphasizes the application of the nursing process to the care of mothers and children. Students will work with expectant mothers and families in a variety of settings. Only students who have been admitted to the nursing program may enroll in this course. Students must be concurrently enrolled in both courses; lab is offered on a pass/fail basis. Prerequisites: NUR 101, 150, 170, CHEM 121, BIOL 254, 255, WELL 300, NUR 150, 170, PSY 102, 301, MATH 111, ENGL 101. (5)
NUR 210, 212 (lab). Pediatric Nursing. This course will emphasize the application of nursing process to the care of children. Only students who have been admitted to the program may enroll in this course. Students must be concurrently enrolled in both courses; lab is offered on a pass/fail basis. Prerequisites: NUR 101, 150, 170, 200, BIOL 254, 255, WELL 300, PSY 102, 301, MATH 111, CHEM 121, ENGL 101. (5)
NUR 230-234. Pathophysiology. These courses are offered to students interested in pursuing a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing through interactive television from the University of New Mexico. The courses are also open to students who have completed Biology 254 and 255. These courses emphasize concepts related to diseases and their effect on body systems. (2)
NUR 250. Health Care Issues and Trends. This seminar course is designed to increase the student’s understanding of current issues in nursing and health care. Group discussion and debate will be used to examine such issues as living will, the patient’s right to die, burnout, the nursing shortage, and current trends in the delivery of health care. Prerequisites: NUR 101, 150, 170, 200, 210, PSY 102, 301, ENGL 101, MATH 111, CHEM 121, BIOL 254, 255. (2)
NUR 260, 262 (lab). Mental Health Nursing. This course will emphasize the nurse-client relationship as a therapeutic tool in caring for clients in psychiatric settings. Students will participate in treatment modalities in a variety of settings. Only students who have been admitted to the nursing program may enroll in this course. Students must be concurrently enrolled in both courses; lab is offered on a pass/fail basis. Prerequisites: NUR 101, 150, 170, 200, 210, 250, PSY 102, 301, BIOL 254, 255, 371, CHEM 121, ENGL 101, MATH 111, WELL 300. (6)
NUR 270, 272 (lab). Advanced Medical-Surgical Nursing. The emphasis for this course will be the development of skills necessary to manage the care of a group of patients with common well-defined problems. The preceptorship experience will help students with the transition to the work setting following graduation. Only students who have been admitted to the nursing program may enroll in this course. Students must be concurrently enrolled in both courses; lab is offered on a pass/fail basis. Prerequisites: NUR 101, 150, 170, 200, 210, 250, 260, WELL 300, PSY 102, 301, CHEM 121, ENGL 101, MATH 111, BIOL 254, 255, 371. (6)
NUR 330. Pathophysiology I. This course is designed as an introduction to human pathophysiology. It is concerned with the changes that occur in the human body when normal structure and/or function is altered. It focuses on forming a basic understanding of pathophysiology for nursing, pharmacy and other health science students. The course will present pathophysiological process as they affect people across the life-span. Prerequisites: BIOL 254, 255. (3)
NUR 334. Pathophysiology II. This course is a follow-up to Pathophysiology I. Pathophysiology II identifies selected aspects of pathophysiology of the cardiovascular system, pulmonary system, gastrointestinal system, hormonal regulation, and renal systems. . Prerequisites: BIOL 254, 255, NUR 330. (3)
NUR 382. Health Assessment. This course will emphasize nursing data collection including a nursing history and physical assessment on clients of all ages. Biopsychosocial, cultural, and developmental history data as well as physical examination aspects of the assessment phase of the nursing process will be emphasized in depth and applied in laboratory practice. This course is open to second-year nursing students, licensed practical nurses, and registered nurses who wish to improve their skills related to patient assessment. (4)
PREREQUISITES: High School Biology and Algebra or equivalent with grade of C or higher. Prerequisites must have been completed within the past five years (High School Chemistry is strongly recommended)
OTA 155. Orientation to Occupational Therapy. An introduction to occupational therapy and its philosophy; various work settings and other professions that OT collaborates with; role delineation of the COTA and OTR. Prerequisite: admission to OTA Program. (2)
OTA 160. OT in Growth and Development. A complete study of the human organism from conception to death, exploring all the developmental stages with emphasis on the neurological, psychological and social development and relationship to human occupation. Prerequisite: Admission to OTA program. (3)
OTA 165. Principles of Occupational Therapy. Specific theory and philosophy with regard to physical, psychological, and developmental diagnoses including terminology. Prerequisite: OTA 155. (3)
OTA 220. OT Therapeutic Media. An introduction to basic treatment, activity analysis, media and its application to various diagnoses. Prerequisite: OTA 155. (3)
OTA 222. OT Rehabilitation Techniques. Introduction of a wide range of rehabilitation techniques frequently used in the profession, such as the fabrication of assistive devices, splints and use of assistive technologies. Prerequisites: OTA 155, 165. (2)
OTA 230. Functional Kinesiology in Occupational Therapy. A complete study of functional Kinesiology as it relates to the field of Occupational Therapy. Major emphasis will be placed on the function and structure of the upper extremity and rehabilitative principles as they apply to the field of Occupational Therapy. Prerequisite: BIOL 254 AND 255, OTA 155, 165. (3)
OTA 240. OT in Physical Disabilities. Instruction and practice in specific treatment techniques for such conditions as stroke, arthritis, spinal cord injuries, amputations, burns, hand injuries, head trauma, and others. Prerequisite: OTA 222, OTA 230. (3)
OTA 242. OT in Psychosocial Dysfunction. Instruction and practices in techniques used with long and short term psychiatric conditions, behavior disorders in children and adults. Prerequisite: PSY 412, OTA 165. (3)
OTA 244. OT in Pediatrics. Instruction and practice in conditions commonly seen in school and hospital practice, such as cerebral palsy, spina bifida, mental retardation and learning disabilities. Prerequisites: OTA 155, 160, 165. (3)
OTA 255. OT Program Development. Procedures, techniques and resources for developing programs in any setting common to the practice of occupational therapy. Prerequisite: OTA 165. (2)
OTA 156, 161, 223, 256. Fieldwork Level I. During the two year coursework, students will spend 2-4 hours per week in various settings to observe individuals with conditions and diagnoses that interfere with human function and occupation. These classes are to be completed sequentially. Only one Level I fieldwork class may be repeated one time. In addition, seminars are conducted to process the FW experience. OTA 156 & 161 (1). OTA 223 & 256 (2)
OTA 270, 272. Fieldwork Level II. Upon successful completion of the two year coursework, students will spend 16 weeks under the supervision of an OTR or COTA in at least two different settings to gain skill in the practice of occupational therapy. (6 Cr., each placement) OTA 270 and 272 must be completed within 18 months from completion of academic portion of the program. Only one of the Level II Fieldwork classes may be repeated, one time only. Prerequisite: All Academic and Fieldwork Level I classes in the OTA program. All coursework must be completed within five (5) years of admission to the program.