Nursing

Anatomy and Physiology I introduces students to a broad range of fundamental concepts in human biology. Emphasis is
placed on the integration of knowledge of the human body and its multiple functions. This course is designed specifically
for the nursing program and contains a lab component. Students will first be introduced to the chemical, cellular and
tissue levels of body organization before making a detailed study of the anatomy and physiology of the integumentary,
cardiovascular and respiratory systems.

This course provides students with the tools to be able to become more self-aware, improve their communication skills and acquire the ability to help clients and their family at the same time as preserving their own mental and physical health. In this course, students are exposed to different issues that they might encounter in their clinical practice. Topics related to nursing such as effective communication, managing stress, conflict resolution, intercultural communication,
impression formation and professionalism are addressed.

This course introduces students to an essential role of the nurse; that is, the Health Assessment and Physical Examination. Students will learn to assess pain and vital signs and develop assessment skills related to various health systems, such as respiratory, neurological, gastrointestinal, to name a few.

This introductory course to the Nursing profession is designed to present core concepts related to nursing, such as the role of the nurse, the health care system, laws, values, and ethics. It also includes the philosophy and conceptual framework of the Nursing program, embracing a “Strengths-Based Nursing͟” approach as well as an overview of pharmacological principles. The student will be introduced to the Nursing Process (Assessment, Diagnosis, Plan, Intervention, Evaluation through case scenarios. The ADPIE and SBN approach are at the forefront of all
Nursing courses. Students will also explore health promotion concepts such as hygiene care, consequences of immobility, skin integrity, elimination, and nutrition

This course is designed to introduce students to the clinical setting in a low acuity environment where they will be able to apply what they are learning in 180-N11-LA and 180-N12-LA courses. Students will care for one patient while integrating knowledge acquisition from 180-N11-LA and 180-N12-LA courses and developing clinical reasoning skills. They will apply the Nursing Process daily, collecting and analyzing data, creating, implementing, and evaluating a plan of care. They will use communication skills to interact with patients as they perform a health assessment and physical examination.

Anatomy and Physiology II introduces students to a broad range of fundamental concepts in human biology. Emphasis is
placed on the integration of knowledge of the human body and its multiple functions. This course is designed specifically
for the nursing program and contains a lab component. Students will examine the anatomy and physiology of the urinary, digestive, endocrine and nervous systems.

This course is designed for students to develop knowledge on the normal changes in the healthy aging adult. Students will learn to differentiate normal from abnormal aging and be introduced to the concept of quality of life. They will also
acquire knowledge on common pathologies of the aging adult such as diabetes and sensory changes. Health promotion concepts such as hydration and elimination will continue to be explored. The course builds on knowledge acquired in 180-N11-LA and 180-N12-LA

In this course, students will be introduced to medical/surgical care with a focus on common chronic illnesses and core concepts such as obesity, oxygenation (e.g., pneumonia) and gastrointestinal disorders (e.g., peptic ulcer). They will use knowledge acquired in the first semester courses to analyze these illnesses and apply the Nursing Process (ADPIE). It also familiarizes students with nursing communication principles. This course links theory to practice using realistic contexts and case studies.

This course is designed to introduce students to medical/surgical nursing care in a clinical setting. Students will be able to apply what they are learning in 180-N21-LA and 180-N22-LA courses, as well as continue to develop communication skills using the Strengths Based Nursing approach. They will continue developing clinical reasoning skills by applying the Nursing Process specifically to patients with a low acuity health situation.

Anatomy and Physiology III introduces students to a broad range of fundamental concepts in human biology. Emphasis is placed on the integration of knowledge of the human body and its multiple functions. This course is designed specifically
for the nursing program. Students will examine the anatomy and physiology of the muscular, skeletal and reproductive
systems as well as cell physiology and human genetics.

The family has often been referred to as the foundational social institution of a society. As such, it plays a crucial role in shaping individual beliefs, attitudes and behaviors, such as those related to health and illness as well as the entire health care services. The family can also be considered as the mirror of social inequalities and social change, as well as the stronghold of cultural and social values. Ultimately, all these dimensions have an impact on the nurse/patient relationship and on nursing practice in general. This course will provide future nurses with background knowledge, which will allow them to situate the various family structures within the larger context of society, as well as the interaction between culture and community. Future nurses will also gain abilities that will help them interact with patients from diverse social and cultural origins.

In this course, students will build on previously acquired knowledge in medical/surgical care while focusing on surgical concepts and pathologies leading to surgical interventions. Students will become familiar with medications and skills associated to surgical care. They will apply the Nursing Process (ADPIE) throughout the course using a Strengths-Based Nursing approach.

This course provides students with an opportunity to apply concepts learned in the 180-N31-LA course in a medical/surgical clinical setting. The student will care for one patient with a low to medium acuity health situation, and
continue developing clinical reasoning and decision-making skills, clinical links and clinical judgment by applying the
Nursing Process using a “Strengths Based Nursing” approach.

This course focusses on perinatal care and women’s health. Students will learn pre-conception, childbearing, labour and
delivery, and post-natal care for mothers and babies. They will apply the Nursing Process (ADPIE) throughout the course
using a Strengths-Based Nursing approach. They will acquire knowledge regarding specific women’s health issues as well as be introduced to the teaching process.

This course introduces students to perinatal nursing care in a clinical setting. The students will apply concepts learned in the 180-N33-LA course while caring for mothers and babies in a post-partum clinical setting. They will apply the Nursing Process daily, collecting and analyzing data, creating, implementing, and evaluating a plan of care specific to this patient population. They will also develop teaching skills and apply the teaching process with different families in varying health situations.

The Microbiology and Immunology course introduces students to a broad range of fundamental concepts in microbiology
and the understanding of the immune system. Emphasis is placed on the characterization of various types of invaders and the immune response generated by their presence in the human body. This course is designed specifically for the Nursing Program.

Students will be exposed to different theories, concepts and research findings that will help them better understand
human development. Students will be able to learn about cognitive, physical, psychosocial changes taking place in
different stages of life starting from birth until death. This will increase students͛knowledge of the needs, personality traits and behavior of clients and their loved ones, therefore enabling them to effectively work with different clienteles.

Building on previously acquired knowledge in medical/surgical courses, this fourth semester course will provide students with continued learning opportunities in the medical/surgical field with a focus on medical concepts. Students will apply the Nursing Process (ADPIE) throughout the course using a Strengths-Based Nursing approach related to complex health situations such as organ failures, complex wounds, and neurological injuries, to name a few. Students will acquire specific knowledge related to complex health situations using various learning activities, primarily realistic contexts and case studies.

This course provides students with an environment to apply what they are learning in the 180-N41 -LA course in a
medical/surgical clinical setting. They will continue developing critical thinking abilities and clinical judgment with varying patients in a medium acuity health situation by using the Nursing Process and the Strengths-Based Nursing approach.

This course is an introduction to pediatric nursing care. The student will acquire knowledge in the different stages of child development, common pathologies for this age group, and specific pediatric pharmacology principles. They will learn how to adapt their approach and communication with children and families, as well as develop assessment skills with this population using the Nursing Process (ADPIE) and a Strengths-Based Nursing approach.

This course introduces students to pediatric nursing. The students will apply knowledge from the 180-N43-LA course in a pediatric clinical setting. The students will implement nursing care for children of varying ages with low to medium acuity health situations, and adapt their approach and communication to their developmental stage. They will apply the Nursing Process daily, collecting and analyzing data, creating, implementing, and evaluating a plan of care specific to this patient population.

Building on acquired knowledge from previous medical-surgical courses, this fifth semester course provides students with learning opportunities in the medical/surgical field with a focus on ambulatory care and complex health situations, for example, advanced respiratory concepts, organ transplant, autoimmune disorders, and acid-base regulation. Students will apply the Nursing Process for these complex health situations using various learning activities, primarily realistic contexts and case studies. Simulation will be used to re-create the hospital setting for patients with high acuity care in need of emergency measures.

In this course, students will apply knowledge from the 180-N51-LA course as well as all previous medical/surgical courses in a medical/surgical clinical setting ʹincluding an ambulatory care setting. They will continue developing clinical reasoning, judgment, and decision-making abilities while caring for various patients with medium to high acuity health situations. The students will apply the Nursing Process daily, collecting and analyzing data, creating, implementing, and evaluating a plan of care specific to each patient. They will be involved in the multidisciplinary team and learn to delegate care to the other healthcare providers.

This course introduces students to caring for patients and families with mental illnesses. Students will attain knowledge related to different types of mental health disorders such as anxiety, schizophrenia, personality disorders, and depression, to name a few. They will understand the legal and ethical implications related to patients with mental health disorders using realistic contexts and case studies. Students will continue to develop their communication skills, learning how to adapt to various patients with mental health disorders, including crisis interventions, using learning activities such as roleplay and simulation.

This course provides students with an environment where they will apply knowledge attained from the 180-N53-LA
course. The mental health clinical will take place in either a hospital setting or other mental health facility. The students will develop clinical reasoning abilities and clinical judgment with patients undergoing mental health disorder experiences. The students will focus on building a therapeutic relationship with this patient population while applying the Nursing Process and the Strengths Based Nursing approach.

Health is as much a social issue as a biological issue. This course will describe and analyze the social structure and cultural standards of healthcare in our society, as well as the socio-cultural factors that influence health and illness. The course will also examine the social dimensions of health and illness in conjunction with population variables such as age, sex and social class, as well as various workplace related problems.

This course is meant to help students prepare for their licensing exam while reviewing the core concepts discussed since
semester one. It provides them with an opportunity to make deeper links in all health situations as they have attained
required knowledge and understanding of global health situations of patients and their families. They will learn to adapt
to various work situations such as assuming emotional consequences of carrying out patient care, managing stress related to professional practice, preventing professional burnout, and organizing one͛s workload. Learning activities for this course will consist mainly of simulation, realistic contexts and case studies. Students will prepare a health promotion activity geared towards cegep students.

In this course, students continue developing clinical reasoning, judgment, and decision-making abilities while caring for patients with high acuity health situations in a medical/surgical clinical setting. It is an integration of all the knowledge and experience attained throughout the program as the students develop autonomy and proficiency in becoming novice nurses.

This course builds on knowledge acquired from the first semester. Students will have a deeper understanding of caring for the older adult. They will learn about abnormal aging and common gerontological issues and disorders, for example dementia, delirium, Parkinson͛s disease, elder abuse, restraints and alternatives, and polypharmacy. Students will learn communication and assessment skills specific to these patients. Students will acquire knowledge using the Nursing Process (ADPIE) in various learning activities, primarily realistic contexts, case studies, and simulation.

This course provides students with an environment where they will apply knowledge attained from the 180-N63-LA
course. The clinical will take place in a gerontology setting or other long-term care facility. The students will continue developing clinical reasoning, judgment, and decision-making abilities while caring for patients with gerontological illnesses as well as their families going through challenging health experiences. The students will apply the Nursing Process daily, adapting their approach and care, using geriatric assessment tools, creating, implementing, and evaluating a plan of care with the multidisciplinary team while delegating care to other healthcare providers.