2020–2021 CATALOG AND STUDENT HANDBOOK COURSE DESCRIPTIONS MLT 1448 Clinical Microbiology I 40 hours, 3 credits This course will include basic concepts of microbiology. Emphasis will be placed on cell structure and function of human, pathogenic microorganisms. Disease, resistance, and immune system function will be included. Methods of microbe control will be introduced. A student laboratory will be utilized for experiences in fundamental microbiology techniques. Prerequisite: PHA 1500 Structure and Function of the Human Body MLT 1485 Urinalysis 40 hours, 3 credits An introduction to urinalysis and body-fluid analysis. Includes anatomy and physiology of the kidney, and physical, chemical, and microscopic analysis of urine, cerebral spinal fluid, and other body fluids. Prerequisite: PHA 1500 Structure and Function of the Human Body MLT 1728 Introduction to Chemistry 40 hours, 3 credits This course is designed for students without a chemistry background. It includes chemical symbols and formulas, atomic theory, equation writing and balancing, chemical nomenclature, calculations involving chemical formula and a brief introduction to organic chemistry, physical chemistry, analytical and biochemistry. Prerequisite: None MLT 2166 Clinical Chemistry II 60 hours, 4 credits Expanding upon concepts learned in Clinical Chemistry I, this course further examines the principles and procedures of various tests performed in Clinical Chemistry. Integral to this course is continued explanation of the physiological basis for the test, the principle and procedure for the test, and the clinical significance of the test results, including quality control and normal values. Prerequisite: Clinical Chemistry I MLT 2230 Hematology II 60 hours, 4 credits Expanding upon concepts learned in Hematology I, this course further examines the theory and practical application of routine and special hematology procedures. Presents white blood cell function, hematopoiesis, and associated diseases. The student laboratory focuses on identifying normal and abnormal white blood cell morphology and the evaluation of stained blood smears. Coagulation principles and techniques will be included. Prerequisite: Hematology I MLT 2395 Immunology 40 hours, 3 credits Basic immunology and serology concepts will be presented with an emphasis on selected infectious diseases and autoimmune disorders. The theory of immunologic and serologic procedures will also be presented. Prerequisite: Structure and Function of the Human Body MLT 2450 Immunohematology 40 hours, 3 credits An introduction to the fundamentals of the immune system and the principles of genetics as they apply to blood group inheritance and blood banking procedures. Includes donor selection, blood collection, blood component processing, and administration of blood components. Utilizes a student laboratory for experiences in routine blood-banking procedures. Prerequisites: Hematology I; Immunology MLT 2533 Clinical Microbiology II 60 hours, 4 credits Expanding on concepts learned in Clinical Microbiology I, this course provides further instruction in basic microbiology with emphasis placed on viruses, fungi, and parasites. Epidemiology and infection control will be introduced. A student laboratory will be utilized for experiences in fundamental microbiology techniques. Prerequisite: Clinical Microbiology I MLT 2775 Clinical Practicum 360 hours, 12 credits Supervised clinical rotations and or simulation laboratory experience of the microbiology, immunohematology, clinical chemistry, urinalysis, hematology, and phlebotomy departments. Prerequisite: Approval by MLT Program Coordinator; completion of all coursework required by clinical affiliate and MLT Program Coordinator Co-requisite: Medical Laboratory Technician Capstone MLT 2864 Medical Laboratory Technician Capstone 20 hours, 2 credits Students will demonstrate their knowledge, clinical and laboratory experience in the areas of microbiology, immunohematology, clinical chemistry, urinalysis, hematology, and phlebotomy. Co-requisite: Clinical Practicum MMC 3407 Visual Communication in the Media 40 hours, 4 credits This course examines how people understand their world through visual images. Students will examine how people visually gather, process, and interpret information presented through media sources. Prerequisite: None MNA 1161 Customer Service 40 hours, 4 credits This course covers the basic concepts of essential communication skills needed in business to interact/work effectively with individuals and/or groups. Special areas of emphasis include solving problems, developing a customer service strategy, coping with challenging customers, increasing customer retention, and surveying customer satisfaction. Prerequisite: None NGR 5000 Transitioning to a Nurse Scholar 40 hours, 4 credits This course builds on knowledge and skills developed in undergraduate research and statistics while emphasizing the connection to theory development and the science of nursing. Students analyze nursing research, the contributions of the empirical approach, and the relationship to evidence-based practice. Selected research designs and methodologies, along with statistical analyses, which are used to advance nursing knowledge, are examined. Prerequisite: Must be taken during a student’s first quarter. Pre- or co-requisite: Successful completion of a 3000-level or higher statistics course, taken within the past five years NGR 5013 Foundations of Advanced Nursing Practice 40 hours, 4 credits This course builds on previously learned undergraduate knowledge and skills and serves as the foundation for graduate nursing education. Topics include nursing and related theories as they apply to advanced nursing practice. The art and science of nursing as they relate to clinical judgment and decision- making in a complex healthcare system are discussed. The importance of developing culturally responsive strategies and meaningful communication is emphasized. Prerequisite: Must be taken during a student’s first quarter NGR 5056 Advanced Health Assessment Across the Lifespan 40 hours, 4 credits This course prepares students to demonstrate the advanced knowledge and skills of comprehensive health assessments across the life span. Students integrate advanced interviewing skills and examination techniques for comprehensive, focused, and regional assessments. Students have the opportunity to perform advanced health interviews and comprehensive assessments and develop evidence-based plans of care. Prerequisite or Co-requisite: NGR 5149 Advanced Pathophysiology Across the Lifespan NGR 5100 Advanced Pharmacology 40 hours, 4 credits This course expands students’ knowledge of the principles of pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, and pharmacotherapeutics for broad categories of agents used in the treatment of physiologic changes that occur within the human body. It prepares graduate- level nurses to accurately describe, administer, and educate clients regarding appropriate and safe medication regimens. Learning experiences are integrated to provide students the opportunity to synthesize the knowledge and application of pharmacological theory while incorporating physical, psychosocial, developmental, and cultural considerations within the communities we serve. Pre- or co-requisite: Successful completion of a 3000-level or higher statistics course taken within the past five years ALL CONTENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE BY ADDENDUM 117 NGR 5101 Research and Evidence-Based Practice 40 hours, 4 credits In this course, students examine the research process and various research methods for advanced nursing practice. Students learn the skills necessary to conduct a rigorous critical appraisal of evidence. Statistical methods and data analysis for interpreting research results along with generating recommendations based on the evidence are discussed. Prerequisite: None NGR 5149 Advanced Pathophysiology Across the Lifespan 40 hours, 4 credits This course prepares students to integrate advanced knowledge of pathophysiology to distinguish normal from abnormal processes across the life span. Students synthesize principles of genetics, epigenetics, and cultural responsiveness to improve health outcomes. Students have the opportunity to evaluate pathophysiologic concepts by body system in the context of advanced nursing practice. Prerequisite: None NGR 5172 Advanced Pharmacology Across the Lifespan 40 Hours, 4 Credits This course provides in-depth knowledge of advanced pharmacology and the financial, policy, and technology implications surrounding pharmacotherapeutics. Students analyze pharmaceutical agents by body system to improve health outcomes across the life span. Students have the opportunity to evaluate advanced pharmacologic concepts within the context of advanced nursing practice. Prerequisite or Co-requisite: NGR 5149 Advanced Pathophysiology Across the Lifespan NGR 5200 Advanced Pathophysiology 40 hours, 4 credits This course provides in-depth knowledge necessary to distinguish normal physiology and alterations produced by injury and disease. Students gain a higher level of knowledge and understanding of normal physiologic and pathological phenomena and develop clinical reasoning skills that are essential for advanced clinical assessments and understanding different diagnoses and therapeutic decision-making. Students examine the etiology, pathogenesis, developmental and environmental influences, along with the clinical manifestations, of alterations in health that impact individuals and communities on a local and global level. Prerequisite: None NGR 5300 Advanced Holistic Health Assessment 40 hours, 4 credits This course builds on knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and assessment skills previously attained in undergraduate nursing education. Emphasis is placed on the application of advanced assessment techniques, performing focused and comprehensive health assessments, critical thinking, clinical reasoning and judgment, and collaboration with the inter- professional team. 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