Nursing

Program overview

The FDTC Associate Degree Nursing program prepares students for this performance profession requiring intellectual, interpersonal and psychomotor skills that are based upon biological, behavioral and humanistic principles. Graduates of the Associate Degree Nursing program are prepared to work in a variety of settings including hospitals, clinics and outpatient centers. Upon completion of the program, the student is eligible for an Associate Degree in Applied Science and may apply to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nursing Practice (NCLEX-RN).

Courses Required

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Prerequisite

Anatomy And Physiology I

Course Code: BIO-210

This is the first in a sequence of courses, including an intensive coverage of the body as an integrated whole. All body systems are studied. Body systems included are integumentary, skeletal muscular, and nervous. Other topics include anatomical terms, biochemistry, cellular structure, cellular division, tissues and tissue inflammation.

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Semester 1

Anatomy And Physiology II

Course Code: BIO-211

This is a continuation of a sequence of courses, including intensive coverage of the body as an integrated whole. All body systems are studied. Body systems included are cardiovascular, respiratory, lymphatic, endocrine, digestive, urinary, and reproductive. Other topics include fluid and electrolyte balance, genetics, and embryology.

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College Algebra

Course Code: MAT-110

This course includes the following topics: polynomial, rational, logarithmic, and exponential functions; inequalities; systems of equations and inequalities; matrices; determinants; and solutions of higher degree polynomials.

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Pharmacology For Nurses

Course Code: NUR-105

This course is an introduction to the basic concepts of pharmacology related to drug administration.

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Beginning Nursing Skills

Course Code: NUR-134

This course is a study of beginning nursing skills. The course prepares the student to assist in patient care and function as an efficient member of the nursing team.

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Semester 2

Microbiology

Course Code: BIO-225

This is a detailed study of microbiology as it relates to infection and the disease processes of the body. Topics include immunity, epidemiology, medically important microorganisms, and diagnostic procedures for identification.

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Pharmacologic Basics In Nursing Practice

Course Code: NUR-106

This introductory course outlines the basic concepts of pharmaceutics, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and pharmacotherapeutics. The process of clinical calculations is introduced, as well as the major drug classifications.

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Nursing Concepts & Clinical Practice I

Course Code: NUR-165

This course covers applications of critical thinking skills and nursing concepts in the care of adult clients with selected health problems in a variety of settings.

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Semester 3

Health Promo/Risk Reduc-Maternal/Child

Course Code: NUR-241

This course is a study of the role of the nurse in providing and directing care that incorporates stages of reproduction and newborn care while addressing health promotion and risk reduction.

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Nursing Concepts & Clinical Practice II

Course Code: NUR-265

This course is a continuation of the application of critical thinking skills and nursing concepts in the care of adult clients with selected health problems in a variety of settings.

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General Psychology

Course Code: PSY-201

This course includes the following topics and concepts in the science of behavior: scientific method, biological bases for behavior, perception, motivation, learning memory, development, personality, abnormal behavior, therapeutic techniques, and social psychology.

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Semester 4

English Composition I

Course Code: ENG-101

This is a (College Transfer) course in which the following topics are presented: A study of composition in conjunction with appropriate literary selections, with frequent theme assignments to reinforce effective writing. A review of standard usage and the basic techniques of research are also presented.

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Health Promo/Risk Reduction-Children

Course Code: NUR-243

This course is a study of the role of the nurse in

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Nursing Concepts & Clinical Practice II

Course Code: NUR-266

This course covers applications of critical thinking skills and nursinga concepts in the care of adult clients with selected health problems in a variety of settings. The course includes a study of the management of small groups.

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Semester 5

Mental Health Nursing Concepts

Course Code: NUR-239

This course is a study of the role of the nurse in providing and directing care that promotes and supports the emotional, mental, and social well-being of the client experiencing altered mental health.

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Nursing Concepts & Clinical Practice Iv

Course Code: NUR-267

This course is a continuation of the application of critical thinking skills and nursing concepts in the care of clients with complex, multi-system health problems in a variety of settings. This course covers concepts of leadership, management, and professional role development.

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Entry Requirements

Student Learning Outcomes