COURSE SYLLABUS: NURSE CPRINGLE MEDICAL-SURGICAL

NURSING SPRING 2017

Course Description
Students will have expanded opportunities to use the nursing process and clinical
reasoning to guide care planning decisions for hospitalized clients. Opportunities will be
provided to plan, implement and evaluate medical and surgical interventions to prepare
clients for discharge following hospital care. This course provides students with experiences
that will help integrate content from previous coursework to the care of clients from diverse
ethnic, cultural and geographic backgrounds.

Faculty Information
Courtney Pringle, BSN, RN
Office Hours: Online and by appointment
Email: cpringle2@patriots.uttyler.edu
Phone: 214-450-5555 (Cell)

Course Learning Objectives

1. The nursing student will be able to identify theoretical nursing principles of nursing
practice.
2. The nursing student will be able to translate how theoretical concepts may guide
nursing care of the patient in the acute care setting.
3. The nursing student will be able to demonstrate nursing psychomotor skills in a safe
manner.
4. The nursing student will be able to employ critical thinking skills as a basis for clinical
decision-making.
5. The nursing student will be able to prepare a holistic care plan for the acute care
patient.
6. The nursing student will be able to interpret normal and abnormal laboratory and
radiological results of the acute care patient.

Required Text
Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.

Helpful Website
UT Tyler library guide page for nursing and health sciences:
http://libguides.uttyler.edu/cat.php?cid=833
Evaluation & Grading Policy

Quizzes 50 points X10

Discussion Board Posts 25 points X4
Essay 100 points
Concept Map 100 points
Group Prezi 100 points
Ted Talk 100 points
TOTAL 1,000 points
Note: A minimum of 795 points must be earned to pass the course.
All assignments are due the following Monday from date assigned.
Five point/day penalty for late assignments.
UT Tyler Policies
UT Tyler Honor Code
Every member of the UT Tyler community joins together to embrace: Honor and integrity
that will not allow me to lie, cheat, or steal, nor to accept the actions of those who do.

Students Rights and Responsibilities

To know and understand the policies that affect your rights and responsibilities as a student
at UT Tyler, please follow this link:
http://www2.uttyler.edu/wellness/rightsresponsibilities.php

Campus Carry
We respect the right and privacy of students 21 and over who are duly licensed to carry
concealed weapons in this class. License holders are expected to behave responsibly and
keep a handgun secure and concealed. More information is available at
http://www.uttyler.edu/about/campus-carry/index.php

A Tobacco-Free University
All forms of tobacco will not be permitted on the UT Tyler main campus, branch campuses,
and any property owned by UT Tyler. This applies to all members of the University
community, including students, faculty, staff, University affiliates, contractors, and visitors.
Forms of tobacco not permitted include cigarettes, cigars, pipes, water pipes (hookah),
bidis, kreteks, electronic cigarettes, smokeless tobacco, snuff, chewing tobacco, and all
other tobacco products. There are several cessation programs available to students looking
to quit smoking, including counseling, quit lines, and group support. For more information
on cessation programs please visit www.uttyler.edu/tobacco-free

Grade Replacement/Forgiveness and Census Date Policies

Students repeating a course for grade forgiveness (grade replacement) must file a Grade
Replacement Contract with the Enrollment Services Center (ADM 230) on or before the
Census Date of the semester in which the course will be repeated. Grade Replacement
Contracts are available in the Enrollment Services Center or at
http://www.uttyler.edu/registrar. Each semesters Census Date can be found on the Contract

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itself, on the Academic Calendar, or in the information pamphlets published each semester
by the Office of the Registrar. Failure to file a Grade Replacement Contract will result in both
the original and repeated grade being used to calculate your overall grade point average.
Undergraduates are eligible to exercise grade replacement for only three course repeats
during their career at UT Tyler; graduates are eligible for two grade replacements. Full policy
details are printed on each Grade Replacement Contract. The Census Date is the deadline
for many forms and enrollment actions that students need to be aware of. These include:
Submitting Grade Replacement Contracts, Transient Forms, requests to withhold
directory information, approvals for taking courses as Audit, Pass/Fail or Credit/No
Credit.
Receiving 100% refunds for partial withdrawals. (There is no refund for these after
the Census Date)
Schedule adjustments (section changes, adding a new class, dropping without a W
grade)
Being reinstated or re-enrolled in classes after being dropped for non-payment
Completing the process for tuition exemptions or waivers through Financial Aid

State-Mandated Course Drop Policy

Texas law prohibits a student who began college for the first time in Fall 2007 or thereafter
from dropping more than six courses during their entire undergraduate career. This includes
courses dropped at another 2-year or 4-year Texas public college or university. For purposes
of this rule, a dropped course is any course that is dropped after the census date (See
Academic Calendar for the specific date). Exceptions to the 6-drop rule may be found in the
catalog. Petitions for exemptions must be submitted to the Enrollment Services Center and
must be accompanied by documentation of the extenuating circumstance. Please contact
the Enrollment Services Center if you have any questions.

Student Accessibility and Resources

In accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, Americans with Disabilities Act
(ADA) and the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA) the University offers accommodations to
students with learning, physical and/or psychiatric disabilities. If you have a disability,
including non-visible disabilities such as chronic diseases, learning disabilities, head injury,
PTSD or ADHD, or you have a history of modifications or accommodations in a previous
educational environment you are encouraged to contact the Student Accessibility and
Resources (SAR) office and schedule an interview with the Accessibility Case Manager/ADA
Coordinator, Cynthia Lowery Staples. If you are unsure if the above criteria apply to you, but
have questions or concerns please contact the SAR office. For more information or to set up
an appointment please visit the SAR office located in the University Center, Room 3150 or
call 903.566.7079. You may also send an email to cstaples@uttyler.edu

Student Absence Due to Religious Observance

Students who anticipate being absent from class due to a religious observance are
requested to inform the instructor of such absences by the second class meeting of the
semester.

Student Standards of Academic Conduct

Disciplinary proceedings may be initiated against any student who engages in scholastic
dishonesty, including, but not limited to, cheating, plagiarism, collusion, the submission for
credit of any work or materials that are attributable in whole or in part to another person,

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taking an examination for another person, any act designed to give unfair advantage to a
student or the attempt to commit such acts.

Technical Support
If you experience technical problems or have a technical question about this course, you
can obtain assistance by contacting the Blackboard Support (24/7). You can submit a ticket,
check the Knowledge Base, call the support center or chat with a live support technician.

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Course Calendar Spring 2017

WEEK 1: January 17 January 20th

READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 1: Health Care Delivery and Evidence-Based Nursing Practice
Chapter 3: Critical Thinking, Ethical Decision Making, and the Nursing Process
2. Godlock, G. (2016). Implementation of an Evidence-Based Patient Safety Team to Prevent Falls in
Inpatient Medical Units. MEDSURG Nursing, 25(1), 17-23.
SEE:
3. Whats a Medical Surgical Nurse?
DUE January 23rd:
4. Post to Discussion Board your personal thoughts of what a medical surgical nurse is.
5. Quiz 1: Nursing Process

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WEEK 2: January 23 January 27th
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 4: Health Education and Health Promotion
Chapter 5: Adult Health and Nutritional Assessment
2. Aijaz Khowaja, A., Ghazal, L., Jawad, F., & Haq, N. (2014). Accessing Community through a Nursing
Course: Evidence Based Practice. International Journal of Nursing Education, 6(1), 104-107.
doi:10.5958/j.0974-9357.6.1.021
SEE:
3. Social Determinants of Health
Due January 30th:
4. Write a 1 page essay describing your community and how the social determinants in your community
may be affecting your own health.
WEEK 3: January 30 february 3rd
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 20: Assessment of Respiratory Function
2. Jungquist, C. R., Smith, K., Wiltse Nicely, K. L., & Polomano, R. C. (2017). Monitoring Hospitalized
Adult Patients for Opioid-Induced Sedation and Respiratory Depression. American Journal of
Nursing, 117S27-S35.
SEE:
3. Lung & Thorax Assessment
Due February 6th:
4. Quiz 2: Respiratory Function

WEEK 4: february 6 february 10th

READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 25: Assessment of Cardiovascular Function
2. Harrison, G. (2016). Treating a Patient Experiencing an Acute Exacerbation of Chronic Heart Failure.
MEDSURG Nursing, 8-10.
SEE:
3. Cardiac Assessment
Due February 13th:
4. Quiz 3: Cardiac Function
WEEK 5: february 13 february 17th
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical

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WEEK 2: January 23 January 27th
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 4: Health Education and Health Promotion
Chapter 5: Adult Health and Nutritional Assessment
2. Aijaz Khowaja, A., Ghazal, L., Jawad, F., & Haq, N. (2014). Accessing Community through a Nursing
Course: Evidence Based Practice. International Journal of Nursing Education, 6(1), 104-107.
doi:10.5958/j.0974-9357.6.1.021
SEE:
3. Social Determinants of Health
Due January 30th:
4. Write a 1 page essay describing your community and how the social determinants in your community
may be affecting your own health.
WEEK 3: January 30 february 3rd
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 20: Assessment of Respiratory Function
2. Jungquist, C. R., Smith, K., Wiltse Nicely, K. L., & Polomano, R. C. (2017). Monitoring Hospitalized
Adult Patients for Opioid-Induced Sedation and Respiratory Depression. American Journal of
Nursing, 117S27-S35.
SEE:
3. Lung & Thorax Assessment
Due February 6th:
4. Quiz 2: Respiratory Function

WEEK 4: february 6 february 10th

READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 25: Assessment of Cardiovascular Function
2. Harrison, G. (2016). Treating a Patient Experiencing an Acute Exacerbation of Chronic Heart Failure.
MEDSURG Nursing, 8-10.
SEE:
3. Cardiac Assessment
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 65: Assessment of Neurologic Function
2. Schreiber, M. L. (2016). Evidence-Based Practice. Neurovascular Assessment: An Essential Nursing
Focus. MEDSURG Nursing, 25(1), 55-57.

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WEEK 2: January 23 January 27th
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 4: Health Education and Health Promotion
Chapter 5: Adult Health and Nutritional Assessment
2. Aijaz Khowaja, A., Ghazal, L., Jawad, F., & Haq, N. (2014). Accessing Community through a Nursing
Course: Evidence Based Practice. International Journal of Nursing Education, 6(1), 104-107.
doi:10.5958/j.0974-9357.6.1.021
SEE:
3. Social Determinants of Health
Due January 30th:
4. Write a 1 page essay describing your community and how the social determinants in your community
may be affecting your own health.
WEEK 3: January 30 february 3rd
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 20: Assessment of Respiratory Function
2. Jungquist, C. R., Smith, K., Wiltse Nicely, K. L., & Polomano, R. C. (2017). Monitoring Hospitalized
Adult Patients for Opioid-Induced Sedation and Respiratory Depression. American Journal of
Nursing, 117S27-S35.
SEE:
3. Lung & Thorax Assessment
Due February 6th:
4. Quiz 2: Respiratory Function

WEEK 4: february 6 february 10th

READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 25: Assessment of Cardiovascular Function
2. Harrison, G. (2016). Treating a Patient Experiencing an Acute Exacerbation of Chronic Heart Failure.
MEDSURG Nursing, 8-10.
SEE:
3. Cardiac Assessment
SEE:
3. Neurologic Assessment
Due February 20th:
4. Quiz 4: Neurologic Function
WEEK 6: february 20 february 24th

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WEEK 2: January 23 January 27th
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 4: Health Education and Health Promotion
Chapter 5: Adult Health and Nutritional Assessment
2. Aijaz Khowaja, A., Ghazal, L., Jawad, F., & Haq, N. (2014). Accessing Community through a Nursing
Course: Evidence Based Practice. International Journal of Nursing Education, 6(1), 104-107.
doi:10.5958/j.0974-9357.6.1.021
SEE:
3. Social Determinants of Health
Due January 30th:
4. Write a 1 page essay describing your community and how the social determinants in your community
may be affecting your own health.
WEEK 3: January 30 february 3rd
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 20: Assessment of Respiratory Function
2. Jungquist, C. R., Smith, K., Wiltse Nicely, K. L., & Polomano, R. C. (2017). Monitoring Hospitalized
Adult Patients for Opioid-Induced Sedation and Respiratory Depression. American Journal of
Nursing, 117S27-S35.
SEE:
3. Lung & Thorax Assessment
Due February 6th:
4. Quiz 2: Respiratory Function

WEEK 4: february 6 february 10th

READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 25: Assessment of Cardiovascular Function
2. Harrison, G. (2016). Treating a Patient Experiencing an Acute Exacerbation of Chronic Heart Failure.
MEDSURG Nursing, 8-10.
SEE:
3. Cardiac Assessment
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 44: Assessment of Digestive and Gastrointestinal Function

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WEEK 2: January 23 January 27th
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 4: Health Education and Health Promotion
Chapter 5: Adult Health and Nutritional Assessment
2. Aijaz Khowaja, A., Ghazal, L., Jawad, F., & Haq, N. (2014). Accessing Community through a Nursing
Course: Evidence Based Practice. International Journal of Nursing Education, 6(1), 104-107.
doi:10.5958/j.0974-9357.6.1.021
SEE:
3. Social Determinants of Health
Due January 30th:
4. Write a 1 page essay describing your community and how the social determinants in your community
may be affecting your own health.
WEEK 3: January 30 february 3rd
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 20: Assessment of Respiratory Function
2. Jungquist, C. R., Smith, K., Wiltse Nicely, K. L., & Polomano, R. C. (2017). Monitoring Hospitalized
Adult Patients for Opioid-Induced Sedation and Respiratory Depression. American Journal of
Nursing, 117S27-S35.
SEE:
3. Lung & Thorax Assessment
Due February 6th:
4. Quiz 2: Respiratory Function

WEEK 4: february 6 february 10th

READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 25: Assessment of Cardiovascular Function
2. Harrison, G. (2016). Treating a Patient Experiencing an Acute Exacerbation of Chronic Heart Failure.
MEDSURG Nursing, 8-10.
SEE:
3. Cardiac Assessment
SEE:
2. Abdominal Assessment
Due February 27th:
3. Quiz 5: Abdominal Function
WEEK 7: february 27 march 3rd

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WEEK 2: January 23 January 27th
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 4: Health Education and Health Promotion
Chapter 5: Adult Health and Nutritional Assessment
2. Aijaz Khowaja, A., Ghazal, L., Jawad, F., & Haq, N. (2014). Accessing Community through a Nursing
Course: Evidence Based Practice. International Journal of Nursing Education, 6(1), 104-107.
doi:10.5958/j.0974-9357.6.1.021
SEE:
3. Social Determinants of Health
Due January 30th:
4. Write a 1 page essay describing your community and how the social determinants in your community
may be affecting your own health.
WEEK 3: January 30 february 3rd
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 20: Assessment of Respiratory Function
2. Jungquist, C. R., Smith, K., Wiltse Nicely, K. L., & Polomano, R. C. (2017). Monitoring Hospitalized
Adult Patients for Opioid-Induced Sedation and Respiratory Depression. American Journal of
Nursing, 117S27-S35.
SEE:
3. Lung & Thorax Assessment
Due February 6th:
4. Quiz 2: Respiratory Function

WEEK 4: february 6 february 10th

READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 25: Assessment of Cardiovascular Function
2. Harrison, G. (2016). Treating a Patient Experiencing an Acute Exacerbation of Chronic Heart Failure.
MEDSURG Nursing, 8-10.
SEE:
3. Cardiac Assessment
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 53: Assessment of Kidney & Urinary Function

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WEEK 2: January 23 January 27th
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 4: Health Education and Health Promotion
Chapter 5: Adult Health and Nutritional Assessment
2. Aijaz Khowaja, A., Ghazal, L., Jawad, F., & Haq, N. (2014). Accessing Community through a Nursing
Course: Evidence Based Practice. International Journal of Nursing Education, 6(1), 104-107.
doi:10.5958/j.0974-9357.6.1.021
SEE:
3. Social Determinants of Health
Due January 30th:
4. Write a 1 page essay describing your community and how the social determinants in your community
may be affecting your own health.
WEEK 3: January 30 february 3rd
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 20: Assessment of Respiratory Function
2. Jungquist, C. R., Smith, K., Wiltse Nicely, K. L., & Polomano, R. C. (2017). Monitoring Hospitalized
Adult Patients for Opioid-Induced Sedation and Respiratory Depression. American Journal of
Nursing, 117S27-S35.
SEE:
3. Lung & Thorax Assessment
Due February 6th:
4. Quiz 2: Respiratory Function

WEEK 4: february 6 february 10th

READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 25: Assessment of Cardiovascular Function
2. Harrison, G. (2016). Treating a Patient Experiencing an Acute Exacerbation of Chronic Heart Failure.
MEDSURG Nursing, 8-10.
SEE:
3. Cardiac Assessment
2. Cowdell, F., & Radley, K. (2014). What do we know about skin-hygiene care for patients with bariatric
needs? Implications for nursing practice. Journal of Advanced Nursing, 70(3), 543-552.
doi:10.1111/jan.12208
SEE:
3. Patho of Kidneys Part 1

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WEEK 2: January 23 January 27th
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 4: Health Education and Health Promotion
Chapter 5: Adult Health and Nutritional Assessment
2. Aijaz Khowaja, A., Ghazal, L., Jawad, F., & Haq, N. (2014). Accessing Community through a Nursing
Course: Evidence Based Practice. International Journal of Nursing Education, 6(1), 104-107.
doi:10.5958/j.0974-9357.6.1.021
SEE:
3. Social Determinants of Health
Due January 30th:
4. Write a 1 page essay describing your community and how the social determinants in your community
may be affecting your own health.
WEEK 3: January 30 february 3rd
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 20: Assessment of Respiratory Function
2. Jungquist, C. R., Smith, K., Wiltse Nicely, K. L., & Polomano, R. C. (2017). Monitoring Hospitalized
Adult Patients for Opioid-Induced Sedation and Respiratory Depression. American Journal of
Nursing, 117S27-S35.
SEE:
3. Lung & Thorax Assessment
Due February 6th:
4. Quiz 2: Respiratory Function

WEEK 4: february 6 february 10th

READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 25: Assessment of Cardiovascular Function
2. Harrison, G. (2016). Treating a Patient Experiencing an Acute Exacerbation of Chronic Heart Failure.
MEDSURG Nursing, 8-10.
SEE:
3. Cardiac Assessment
4. Patho of Kidneys Part 2
Due March 6th:
5. Quiz 6: Genitourinary Function
wEEK 8: march 6 march 10TH: LAST WEEK TO WIthDRAW FROM COurSE
READ:

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WEEK 2: January 23 January 27th
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 4: Health Education and Health Promotion
Chapter 5: Adult Health and Nutritional Assessment
2. Aijaz Khowaja, A., Ghazal, L., Jawad, F., & Haq, N. (2014). Accessing Community through a Nursing
Course: Evidence Based Practice. International Journal of Nursing Education, 6(1), 104-107.
doi:10.5958/j.0974-9357.6.1.021
SEE:
3. Social Determinants of Health
Due January 30th:
4. Write a 1 page essay describing your community and how the social determinants in your community
may be affecting your own health.
WEEK 3: January 30 february 3rd
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 20: Assessment of Respiratory Function
2. Jungquist, C. R., Smith, K., Wiltse Nicely, K. L., & Polomano, R. C. (2017). Monitoring Hospitalized
Adult Patients for Opioid-Induced Sedation and Respiratory Depression. American Journal of
Nursing, 117S27-S35.
SEE:
3. Lung & Thorax Assessment
Due February 6th:
4. Quiz 2: Respiratory Function

WEEK 4: february 6 february 10th

READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 25: Assessment of Cardiovascular Function
2. Harrison, G. (2016). Treating a Patient Experiencing an Acute Exacerbation of Chronic Heart Failure.
MEDSURG Nursing, 8-10.
SEE:
3. Cardiac Assessment

1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 60: Assessment of Integumentary Function

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WEEK 2: January 23 January 27th
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 4: Health Education and Health Promotion
Chapter 5: Adult Health and Nutritional Assessment
2. Aijaz Khowaja, A., Ghazal, L., Jawad, F., & Haq, N. (2014). Accessing Community through a Nursing
Course: Evidence Based Practice. International Journal of Nursing Education, 6(1), 104-107.
doi:10.5958/j.0974-9357.6.1.021
SEE:
3. Social Determinants of Health
Due January 30th:
4. Write a 1 page essay describing your community and how the social determinants in your community
may be affecting your own health.
WEEK 3: January 30 february 3rd
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 20: Assessment of Respiratory Function
2. Jungquist, C. R., Smith, K., Wiltse Nicely, K. L., & Polomano, R. C. (2017). Monitoring Hospitalized
Adult Patients for Opioid-Induced Sedation and Respiratory Depression. American Journal of
Nursing, 117S27-S35.
SEE:
3. Lung & Thorax Assessment
Due February 6th:
4. Quiz 2: Respiratory Function

WEEK 4: february 6 february 10th

READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 25: Assessment of Cardiovascular Function
2. Harrison, G. (2016). Treating a Patient Experiencing an Acute Exacerbation of Chronic Heart Failure.
MEDSURG Nursing, 8-10.
SEE:
3. Cardiac Assessment
2. Hoviattalab, K., Hashemizadeh, H., D'Cruz, G., Halfens, R. J., & Dassen, T. (2015). Nursing practice in
the prevention of pressure ulcers: an observational study of German Hospitals. Journal of
Clinical Nursing, 24(11/12), 1513-1524. doi:10.1111/jocn.12723
SEE:
3. Hair, Skin, & Nails Assessment

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WEEK 2: January 23 January 27th
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 4: Health Education and Health Promotion
Chapter 5: Adult Health and Nutritional Assessment
2. Aijaz Khowaja, A., Ghazal, L., Jawad, F., & Haq, N. (2014). Accessing Community through a Nursing
Course: Evidence Based Practice. International Journal of Nursing Education, 6(1), 104-107.
doi:10.5958/j.0974-9357.6.1.021
SEE:
3. Social Determinants of Health
Due January 30th:
4. Write a 1 page essay describing your community and how the social determinants in your community
may be affecting your own health.
WEEK 3: January 30 february 3rd
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 20: Assessment of Respiratory Function
2. Jungquist, C. R., Smith, K., Wiltse Nicely, K. L., & Polomano, R. C. (2017). Monitoring Hospitalized
Adult Patients for Opioid-Induced Sedation and Respiratory Depression. American Journal of
Nursing, 117S27-S35.
SEE:
3. Lung & Thorax Assessment
Due February 6th:
4. Quiz 2: Respiratory Function

WEEK 4: february 6 february 10th

READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 25: Assessment of Cardiovascular Function
2. Harrison, G. (2016). Treating a Patient Experiencing an Acute Exacerbation of Chronic Heart Failure.
MEDSURG Nursing, 8-10.
SEE:
3. Cardiac Assessment
Due March 13th:
4. Quiz 7: Integumentary Function
WEEK 9: march 13 march 17th

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WEEK 2: January 23 January 27th
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 4: Health Education and Health Promotion
Chapter 5: Adult Health and Nutritional Assessment
2. Aijaz Khowaja, A., Ghazal, L., Jawad, F., & Haq, N. (2014). Accessing Community through a Nursing
Course: Evidence Based Practice. International Journal of Nursing Education, 6(1), 104-107.
doi:10.5958/j.0974-9357.6.1.021
SEE:
3. Social Determinants of Health
Due January 30th:
4. Write a 1 page essay describing your community and how the social determinants in your community
may be affecting your own health.
WEEK 3: January 30 february 3rd
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 20: Assessment of Respiratory Function
2. Jungquist, C. R., Smith, K., Wiltse Nicely, K. L., & Polomano, R. C. (2017). Monitoring Hospitalized
Adult Patients for Opioid-Induced Sedation and Respiratory Depression. American Journal of
Nursing, 117S27-S35.
SEE:
3. Lung & Thorax Assessment
Due February 6th:
4. Quiz 2: Respiratory Function

WEEK 4: february 6 february 10th

READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 25: Assessment of Cardiovascular Function
2. Harrison, G. (2016). Treating a Patient Experiencing an Acute Exacerbation of Chronic Heart Failure.
MEDSURG Nursing, 8-10.
SEE:
3. Cardiac Assessment

SPRING BREAK

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WEEK 2: January 23 January 27th
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 4: Health Education and Health Promotion
Chapter 5: Adult Health and Nutritional Assessment
2. Aijaz Khowaja, A., Ghazal, L., Jawad, F., & Haq, N. (2014). Accessing Community through a Nursing
Course: Evidence Based Practice. International Journal of Nursing Education, 6(1), 104-107.
doi:10.5958/j.0974-9357.6.1.021
SEE:
3. Social Determinants of Health
Due January 30th:
4. Write a 1 page essay describing your community and how the social determinants in your community
may be affecting your own health.
WEEK 3: January 30 february 3rd
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 20: Assessment of Respiratory Function
2. Jungquist, C. R., Smith, K., Wiltse Nicely, K. L., & Polomano, R. C. (2017). Monitoring Hospitalized
Adult Patients for Opioid-Induced Sedation and Respiratory Depression. American Journal of
Nursing, 117S27-S35.
SEE:
3. Lung & Thorax Assessment
Due February 6th:
4. Quiz 2: Respiratory Function

WEEK 4: february 6 february 10th

READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 25: Assessment of Cardiovascular Function
2. Harrison, G. (2016). Treating a Patient Experiencing an Acute Exacerbation of Chronic Heart Failure.
MEDSURG Nursing, 8-10.
SEE:
3. Cardiac Assessment

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WEEK 2: January 23 January 27th
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 4: Health Education and Health Promotion
Chapter 5: Adult Health and Nutritional Assessment
2. Aijaz Khowaja, A., Ghazal, L., Jawad, F., & Haq, N. (2014). Accessing Community through a Nursing
Course: Evidence Based Practice. International Journal of Nursing Education, 6(1), 104-107.
doi:10.5958/j.0974-9357.6.1.021
SEE:
3. Social Determinants of Health
Due January 30th:
4. Write a 1 page essay describing your community and how the social determinants in your community
may be affecting your own health.
WEEK 3: January 30 february 3rd
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 20: Assessment of Respiratory Function
2. Jungquist, C. R., Smith, K., Wiltse Nicely, K. L., & Polomano, R. C. (2017). Monitoring Hospitalized
Adult Patients for Opioid-Induced Sedation and Respiratory Depression. American Journal of
Nursing, 117S27-S35.
SEE:
3. Lung & Thorax Assessment
Due February 6th:
4. Quiz 2: Respiratory Function

WEEK 4: february 6 february 10th

READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 25: Assessment of Cardiovascular Function
2. Harrison, G. (2016). Treating a Patient Experiencing an Acute Exacerbation of Chronic Heart Failure.
MEDSURG Nursing, 8-10.
SEE:
3. Cardiac Assessment

WEEK 10: march 20 march 24th

READ:

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WEEK 2: January 23 January 27th
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 4: Health Education and Health Promotion
Chapter 5: Adult Health and Nutritional Assessment
2. Aijaz Khowaja, A., Ghazal, L., Jawad, F., & Haq, N. (2014). Accessing Community through a Nursing
Course: Evidence Based Practice. International Journal of Nursing Education, 6(1), 104-107.
doi:10.5958/j.0974-9357.6.1.021
SEE:
3. Social Determinants of Health
Due January 30th:
4. Write a 1 page essay describing your community and how the social determinants in your community
may be affecting your own health.
WEEK 3: January 30 february 3rd
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 20: Assessment of Respiratory Function
2. Jungquist, C. R., Smith, K., Wiltse Nicely, K. L., & Polomano, R. C. (2017). Monitoring Hospitalized
Adult Patients for Opioid-Induced Sedation and Respiratory Depression. American Journal of
Nursing, 117S27-S35.
SEE:
3. Lung & Thorax Assessment
Due February 6th:
4. Quiz 2: Respiratory Function

WEEK 4: february 6 february 10th

READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 25: Assessment of Cardiovascular Function
2. Harrison, G. (2016). Treating a Patient Experiencing an Acute Exacerbation of Chronic Heart Failure.
MEDSURG Nursing, 8-10.
SEE:
3. Cardiac Assessment
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 40: Assessment of Musculoskeletal Function
SEE:

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WEEK 2: January 23 January 27th
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 4: Health Education and Health Promotion
Chapter 5: Adult Health and Nutritional Assessment
2. Aijaz Khowaja, A., Ghazal, L., Jawad, F., & Haq, N. (2014). Accessing Community through a Nursing
Course: Evidence Based Practice. International Journal of Nursing Education, 6(1), 104-107.
doi:10.5958/j.0974-9357.6.1.021
SEE:
3. Social Determinants of Health
Due January 30th:
4. Write a 1 page essay describing your community and how the social determinants in your community
may be affecting your own health.
WEEK 3: January 30 february 3rd
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 20: Assessment of Respiratory Function
2. Jungquist, C. R., Smith, K., Wiltse Nicely, K. L., & Polomano, R. C. (2017). Monitoring Hospitalized
Adult Patients for Opioid-Induced Sedation and Respiratory Depression. American Journal of
Nursing, 117S27-S35.
SEE:
3. Lung & Thorax Assessment
Due February 6th:
4. Quiz 2: Respiratory Function

WEEK 4: february 6 february 10th

READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 25: Assessment of Cardiovascular Function
2. Harrison, G. (2016). Treating a Patient Experiencing an Acute Exacerbation of Chronic Heart Failure.
MEDSURG Nursing, 8-10.
SEE:
3. Cardiac Assessment
2. Musculoskeletal Assessment
Due March 27th:
3. Quiz 8: Musculoskeletal Function
WEEK 12: march 27 march 31st
READ:

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WEEK 2: January 23 January 27th
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 4: Health Education and Health Promotion
Chapter 5: Adult Health and Nutritional Assessment
2. Aijaz Khowaja, A., Ghazal, L., Jawad, F., & Haq, N. (2014). Accessing Community through a Nursing
Course: Evidence Based Practice. International Journal of Nursing Education, 6(1), 104-107.
doi:10.5958/j.0974-9357.6.1.021
SEE:
3. Social Determinants of Health
Due January 30th:
4. Write a 1 page essay describing your community and how the social determinants in your community
may be affecting your own health.
WEEK 3: January 30 february 3rd
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 20: Assessment of Respiratory Function
2. Jungquist, C. R., Smith, K., Wiltse Nicely, K. L., & Polomano, R. C. (2017). Monitoring Hospitalized
Adult Patients for Opioid-Induced Sedation and Respiratory Depression. American Journal of
Nursing, 117S27-S35.
SEE:
3. Lung & Thorax Assessment
Due February 6th:
4. Quiz 2: Respiratory Function

WEEK 4: february 6 february 10th

READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 25: Assessment of Cardiovascular Function
2. Harrison, G. (2016). Treating a Patient Experiencing an Acute Exacerbation of Chronic Heart Failure.
MEDSURG Nursing, 8-10.
SEE:
3. Cardiac Assessment

1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Chapter 52: Assessment of the Endocrine System

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WEEK 2: January 23 January 27th
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 4: Health Education and Health Promotion
Chapter 5: Adult Health and Nutritional Assessment
2. Aijaz Khowaja, A., Ghazal, L., Jawad, F., & Haq, N. (2014). Accessing Community through a Nursing
Course: Evidence Based Practice. International Journal of Nursing Education, 6(1), 104-107.
doi:10.5958/j.0974-9357.6.1.021
SEE:
3. Social Determinants of Health
Due January 30th:
4. Write a 1 page essay describing your community and how the social determinants in your community
may be affecting your own health.
WEEK 3: January 30 february 3rd
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 20: Assessment of Respiratory Function
2. Jungquist, C. R., Smith, K., Wiltse Nicely, K. L., & Polomano, R. C. (2017). Monitoring Hospitalized
Adult Patients for Opioid-Induced Sedation and Respiratory Depression. American Journal of
Nursing, 117S27-S35.
SEE:
3. Lung & Thorax Assessment
Due February 6th:
4. Quiz 2: Respiratory Function

WEEK 4: february 6 february 10th

READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 25: Assessment of Cardiovascular Function
2. Harrison, G. (2016). Treating a Patient Experiencing an Acute Exacerbation of Chronic Heart Failure.
MEDSURG Nursing, 8-10.
SEE:
3. Cardiac Assessment
SEE:
2. Endocrine Intro
Due April 3rd:
3. Quiz 9: Endocrine function
WEEK 13: april 3 april 7th

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WEEK 2: January 23 January 27th
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 4: Health Education and Health Promotion
Chapter 5: Adult Health and Nutritional Assessment
2. Aijaz Khowaja, A., Ghazal, L., Jawad, F., & Haq, N. (2014). Accessing Community through a Nursing
Course: Evidence Based Practice. International Journal of Nursing Education, 6(1), 104-107.
doi:10.5958/j.0974-9357.6.1.021
SEE:
3. Social Determinants of Health
Due January 30th:
4. Write a 1 page essay describing your community and how the social determinants in your community
may be affecting your own health.
WEEK 3: January 30 february 3rd
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 20: Assessment of Respiratory Function
2. Jungquist, C. R., Smith, K., Wiltse Nicely, K. L., & Polomano, R. C. (2017). Monitoring Hospitalized
Adult Patients for Opioid-Induced Sedation and Respiratory Depression. American Journal of
Nursing, 117S27-S35.
SEE:
3. Lung & Thorax Assessment
Due February 6th:
4. Quiz 2: Respiratory Function

WEEK 4: february 6 february 10th

READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 25: Assessment of Cardiovascular Function
2. Harrison, G. (2016). Treating a Patient Experiencing an Acute Exacerbation of Chronic Heart Failure.
MEDSURG Nursing, 8-10.
SEE:
3. Cardiac Assessment
READ:
1. Hinkle,J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Chapter 13: Fluid and Electrolytes: Balance and Disturbance
2. IV fluid therapy. (2014). Nursing Standard, 28(23), 19. doi:10.7748/ns2014.02.28.23.19.s25

24
WEEK 2: January 23 January 27th
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 4: Health Education and Health Promotion
Chapter 5: Adult Health and Nutritional Assessment
2. Aijaz Khowaja, A., Ghazal, L., Jawad, F., & Haq, N. (2014). Accessing Community through a Nursing
Course: Evidence Based Practice. International Journal of Nursing Education, 6(1), 104-107.
doi:10.5958/j.0974-9357.6.1.021
SEE:
3. Social Determinants of Health
Due January 30th:
4. Write a 1 page essay describing your community and how the social determinants in your community
may be affecting your own health.
WEEK 3: January 30 february 3rd
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 20: Assessment of Respiratory Function
2. Jungquist, C. R., Smith, K., Wiltse Nicely, K. L., & Polomano, R. C. (2017). Monitoring Hospitalized
Adult Patients for Opioid-Induced Sedation and Respiratory Depression. American Journal of
Nursing, 117S27-S35.
SEE:
3. Lung & Thorax Assessment
Due February 6th:
4. Quiz 2: Respiratory Function

WEEK 4: february 6 february 10th

READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 25: Assessment of Cardiovascular Function
2. Harrison, G. (2016). Treating a Patient Experiencing an Acute Exacerbation of Chronic Heart Failure.
MEDSURG Nursing, 8-10.
SEE:
3. Cardiac Assessment
SEE:
3. Fluid & electrolytes
Due April 17th:
4. Concept map on fluid and electrolyte balance
WEEK 14: april 10 april 14th

25
WEEK 2: January 23 January 27th
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 4: Health Education and Health Promotion
Chapter 5: Adult Health and Nutritional Assessment
2. Aijaz Khowaja, A., Ghazal, L., Jawad, F., & Haq, N. (2014). Accessing Community through a Nursing
Course: Evidence Based Practice. International Journal of Nursing Education, 6(1), 104-107.
doi:10.5958/j.0974-9357.6.1.021
SEE:
3. Social Determinants of Health
Due January 30th:
4. Write a 1 page essay describing your community and how the social determinants in your community
may be affecting your own health.
WEEK 3: January 30 february 3rd
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 20: Assessment of Respiratory Function
2. Jungquist, C. R., Smith, K., Wiltse Nicely, K. L., & Polomano, R. C. (2017). Monitoring Hospitalized
Adult Patients for Opioid-Induced Sedation and Respiratory Depression. American Journal of
Nursing, 117S27-S35.
SEE:
3. Lung & Thorax Assessment
Due February 6th:
4. Quiz 2: Respiratory Function

WEEK 4: february 6 february 10th

READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 25: Assessment of Cardiovascular Function
2. Harrison, G. (2016). Treating a Patient Experiencing an Acute Exacerbation of Chronic Heart Failure.
MEDSURG Nursing, 8-10.
SEE:
3. Cardiac Assessment
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Chapter 12: Pain Management

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WEEK 2: January 23 January 27th
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 4: Health Education and Health Promotion
Chapter 5: Adult Health and Nutritional Assessment
2. Aijaz Khowaja, A., Ghazal, L., Jawad, F., & Haq, N. (2014). Accessing Community through a Nursing
Course: Evidence Based Practice. International Journal of Nursing Education, 6(1), 104-107.
doi:10.5958/j.0974-9357.6.1.021
SEE:
3. Social Determinants of Health
Due January 30th:
4. Write a 1 page essay describing your community and how the social determinants in your community
may be affecting your own health.
WEEK 3: January 30 february 3rd
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 20: Assessment of Respiratory Function
2. Jungquist, C. R., Smith, K., Wiltse Nicely, K. L., & Polomano, R. C. (2017). Monitoring Hospitalized
Adult Patients for Opioid-Induced Sedation and Respiratory Depression. American Journal of
Nursing, 117S27-S35.
SEE:
3. Lung & Thorax Assessment
Due February 6th:
4. Quiz 2: Respiratory Function

WEEK 4: february 6 february 10th

READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 25: Assessment of Cardiovascular Function
2. Harrison, G. (2016). Treating a Patient Experiencing an Acute Exacerbation of Chronic Heart Failure.
MEDSURG Nursing, 8-10.
SEE:
3. Cardiac Assessment
2. Jungquist, C. R., Pasero, C., Tripoli, N. M., Gorodetsky, R., Metersky, M., & Polomano, R. C. (2014).
Instituting Best Practice for Monitoring for Opioid-Induced Advancing Sedation in Hospitalized
Patients. Worldviews on Evidence-Based Nursing, 11(6), 350-360. doi:10.1111/wvn.12061
SEE:
3. Morphine vs. Hydromorphone

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WEEK 2: January 23 January 27th
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 4: Health Education and Health Promotion
Chapter 5: Adult Health and Nutritional Assessment
2. Aijaz Khowaja, A., Ghazal, L., Jawad, F., & Haq, N. (2014). Accessing Community through a Nursing
Course: Evidence Based Practice. International Journal of Nursing Education, 6(1), 104-107.
doi:10.5958/j.0974-9357.6.1.021
SEE:
3. Social Determinants of Health
Due January 30th:
4. Write a 1 page essay describing your community and how the social determinants in your community
may be affecting your own health.
WEEK 3: January 30 february 3rd
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 20: Assessment of Respiratory Function
2. Jungquist, C. R., Smith, K., Wiltse Nicely, K. L., & Polomano, R. C. (2017). Monitoring Hospitalized
Adult Patients for Opioid-Induced Sedation and Respiratory Depression. American Journal of
Nursing, 117S27-S35.
SEE:
3. Lung & Thorax Assessment
Due February 6th:
4. Quiz 2: Respiratory Function

WEEK 4: february 6 february 10th

READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 25: Assessment of Cardiovascular Function
2. Harrison, G. (2016). Treating a Patient Experiencing an Acute Exacerbation of Chronic Heart Failure.
MEDSURG Nursing, 8-10.
SEE:
3. Cardiac Assessment
Due April 17th:
4. Quiz 10: Pain Management
WEEK 15: april 17 april 21st
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical

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WEEK 2: January 23 January 27th
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 4: Health Education and Health Promotion
Chapter 5: Adult Health and Nutritional Assessment
2. Aijaz Khowaja, A., Ghazal, L., Jawad, F., & Haq, N. (2014). Accessing Community through a Nursing
Course: Evidence Based Practice. International Journal of Nursing Education, 6(1), 104-107.
doi:10.5958/j.0974-9357.6.1.021
SEE:
3. Social Determinants of Health
Due January 30th:
4. Write a 1 page essay describing your community and how the social determinants in your community
may be affecting your own health.
WEEK 3: January 30 february 3rd
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 20: Assessment of Respiratory Function
2. Jungquist, C. R., Smith, K., Wiltse Nicely, K. L., & Polomano, R. C. (2017). Monitoring Hospitalized
Adult Patients for Opioid-Induced Sedation and Respiratory Depression. American Journal of
Nursing, 117S27-S35.
SEE:
3. Lung & Thorax Assessment
Due February 6th:
4. Quiz 2: Respiratory Function

WEEK 4: february 6 february 10th

READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 25: Assessment of Cardiovascular Function
2. Harrison, G. (2016). Treating a Patient Experiencing an Acute Exacerbation of Chronic Heart Failure.
MEDSURG Nursing, 8-10.
SEE:
3. Cardiac Assessment
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Chapter 71: Management of Patients with Infectious Diseases
2. Cicolini, G., Simonetti, V., Comparcini, D., Labeau, S., Blot, S., Pelusi, G., & Di Giovanni, P. (2014).
Nurses' knowledge of evidence-based guidelines on the prevention of peripheral venous

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WEEK 2: January 23 January 27th
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 4: Health Education and Health Promotion
Chapter 5: Adult Health and Nutritional Assessment
2. Aijaz Khowaja, A., Ghazal, L., Jawad, F., & Haq, N. (2014). Accessing Community through a Nursing
Course: Evidence Based Practice. International Journal of Nursing Education, 6(1), 104-107.
doi:10.5958/j.0974-9357.6.1.021
SEE:
3. Social Determinants of Health
Due January 30th:
4. Write a 1 page essay describing your community and how the social determinants in your community
may be affecting your own health.
WEEK 3: January 30 february 3rd
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 20: Assessment of Respiratory Function
2. Jungquist, C. R., Smith, K., Wiltse Nicely, K. L., & Polomano, R. C. (2017). Monitoring Hospitalized
Adult Patients for Opioid-Induced Sedation and Respiratory Depression. American Journal of
Nursing, 117S27-S35.
SEE:
3. Lung & Thorax Assessment
Due February 6th:
4. Quiz 2: Respiratory Function

WEEK 4: february 6 february 10th

READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 25: Assessment of Cardiovascular Function
2. Harrison, G. (2016). Treating a Patient Experiencing an Acute Exacerbation of Chronic Heart Failure.
MEDSURG Nursing, 8-10.
SEE:
3. Cardiac Assessment
catheter-related infections: a multicentre survey. Journal of Clinical Nursing, 23(17/18), 2578-
2588. doi:10.1111/jocn.12474
SEE:
3. Airborne vs Droplet Precautions
Due April 24th:

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WEEK 2: January 23 January 27th
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 4: Health Education and Health Promotion
Chapter 5: Adult Health and Nutritional Assessment
2. Aijaz Khowaja, A., Ghazal, L., Jawad, F., & Haq, N. (2014). Accessing Community through a Nursing
Course: Evidence Based Practice. International Journal of Nursing Education, 6(1), 104-107.
doi:10.5958/j.0974-9357.6.1.021
SEE:
3. Social Determinants of Health
Due January 30th:
4. Write a 1 page essay describing your community and how the social determinants in your community
may be affecting your own health.
WEEK 3: January 30 february 3rd
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 20: Assessment of Respiratory Function
2. Jungquist, C. R., Smith, K., Wiltse Nicely, K. L., & Polomano, R. C. (2017). Monitoring Hospitalized
Adult Patients for Opioid-Induced Sedation and Respiratory Depression. American Journal of
Nursing, 117S27-S35.
SEE:
3. Lung & Thorax Assessment
Due February 6th:
4. Quiz 2: Respiratory Function

WEEK 4: february 6 february 10th

READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 25: Assessment of Cardiovascular Function
2. Harrison, G. (2016). Treating a Patient Experiencing an Acute Exacerbation of Chronic Heart Failure.
MEDSURG Nursing, 8-10.
SEE:
3. Cardiac Assessment
4. Group Prezi on Isolation Precautions
WEEK 16: april 24 april 28th
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th

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WEEK 2: January 23 January 27th
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 4: Health Education and Health Promotion
Chapter 5: Adult Health and Nutritional Assessment
2. Aijaz Khowaja, A., Ghazal, L., Jawad, F., & Haq, N. (2014). Accessing Community through a Nursing
Course: Evidence Based Practice. International Journal of Nursing Education, 6(1), 104-107.
doi:10.5958/j.0974-9357.6.1.021
SEE:
3. Social Determinants of Health
Due January 30th:
4. Write a 1 page essay describing your community and how the social determinants in your community
may be affecting your own health.
WEEK 3: January 30 february 3rd
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 20: Assessment of Respiratory Function
2. Jungquist, C. R., Smith, K., Wiltse Nicely, K. L., & Polomano, R. C. (2017). Monitoring Hospitalized
Adult Patients for Opioid-Induced Sedation and Respiratory Depression. American Journal of
Nursing, 117S27-S35.
SEE:
3. Lung & Thorax Assessment
Due February 6th:
4. Quiz 2: Respiratory Function

WEEK 4: february 6 february 10th

READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 25: Assessment of Cardiovascular Function
2. Harrison, G. (2016). Treating a Patient Experiencing an Acute Exacerbation of Chronic Heart Failure.
MEDSURG Nursing, 8-10.
SEE:
3. Cardiac Assessment
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Chapter 9: Chronic Illness and Disability
2. Sav, A., King, M. A., Whitty, J. A., Kendall, E., McMillan, S. S., Kelly, F., & ... Wheeler, A. J. (2015).
Burden of treatment for chronic illness: a concept analysis and review of the literature. Health
Expectations, 18(3), 312-324. doi:10.1111/hex.12046

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WEEK 2: January 23 January 27th
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 4: Health Education and Health Promotion
Chapter 5: Adult Health and Nutritional Assessment
2. Aijaz Khowaja, A., Ghazal, L., Jawad, F., & Haq, N. (2014). Accessing Community through a Nursing
Course: Evidence Based Practice. International Journal of Nursing Education, 6(1), 104-107.
doi:10.5958/j.0974-9357.6.1.021
SEE:
3. Social Determinants of Health
Due January 30th:
4. Write a 1 page essay describing your community and how the social determinants in your community
may be affecting your own health.
WEEK 3: January 30 february 3rd
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 20: Assessment of Respiratory Function
2. Jungquist, C. R., Smith, K., Wiltse Nicely, K. L., & Polomano, R. C. (2017). Monitoring Hospitalized
Adult Patients for Opioid-Induced Sedation and Respiratory Depression. American Journal of
Nursing, 117S27-S35.
SEE:
3. Lung & Thorax Assessment
Due February 6th:
4. Quiz 2: Respiratory Function

WEEK 4: february 6 february 10th

READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 25: Assessment of Cardiovascular Function
2. Harrison, G. (2016). Treating a Patient Experiencing an Acute Exacerbation of Chronic Heart Failure.
MEDSURG Nursing, 8-10.
SEE:
3. Cardiac Assessment

SEE:
3. Ted Talk: The Hell of Chronic Illness
Due May 1st:
4. Record your own 4-minute Ted Talk around the topic of chronic illness. Post to Discussion Board by

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WEEK 2: January 23 January 27th
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 4: Health Education and Health Promotion
Chapter 5: Adult Health and Nutritional Assessment
2. Aijaz Khowaja, A., Ghazal, L., Jawad, F., & Haq, N. (2014). Accessing Community through a Nursing
Course: Evidence Based Practice. International Journal of Nursing Education, 6(1), 104-107.
doi:10.5958/j.0974-9357.6.1.021
SEE:
3. Social Determinants of Health
Due January 30th:
4. Write a 1 page essay describing your community and how the social determinants in your community
may be affecting your own health.
WEEK 3: January 30 february 3rd
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 20: Assessment of Respiratory Function
2. Jungquist, C. R., Smith, K., Wiltse Nicely, K. L., & Polomano, R. C. (2017). Monitoring Hospitalized
Adult Patients for Opioid-Induced Sedation and Respiratory Depression. American Journal of
Nursing, 117S27-S35.
SEE:
3. Lung & Thorax Assessment
Due February 6th:
4. Quiz 2: Respiratory Function

WEEK 4: february 6 february 10th

READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 25: Assessment of Cardiovascular Function
2. Harrison, G. (2016). Treating a Patient Experiencing an Acute Exacerbation of Chronic Heart Failure.
MEDSURG Nursing, 8-10.
SEE:
3. Cardiac Assessment
Monday. Review your peers post. Respond to 3 peers posts by Friday, May 5 th.
WEEK 17: May 1 May 5th
SEE:
1. How to Perform a Head to Toe Assessment
DO:

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WEEK 2: January 23 January 27th
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 4: Health Education and Health Promotion
Chapter 5: Adult Health and Nutritional Assessment
2. Aijaz Khowaja, A., Ghazal, L., Jawad, F., & Haq, N. (2014). Accessing Community through a Nursing
Course: Evidence Based Practice. International Journal of Nursing Education, 6(1), 104-107.
doi:10.5958/j.0974-9357.6.1.021
SEE:
3. Social Determinants of Health
Due January 30th:
4. Write a 1 page essay describing your community and how the social determinants in your community
may be affecting your own health.
WEEK 3: January 30 february 3rd
READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 20: Assessment of Respiratory Function
2. Jungquist, C. R., Smith, K., Wiltse Nicely, K. L., & Polomano, R. C. (2017). Monitoring Hospitalized
Adult Patients for Opioid-Induced Sedation and Respiratory Depression. American Journal of
Nursing, 117S27-S35.
SEE:
3. Lung & Thorax Assessment
Due February 6th:
4. Quiz 2: Respiratory Function

WEEK 4: february 6 february 10th

READ:
1. Hinkle, J.L., & Cheever, K.H. (2014). Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical
Nursing (13th
ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 25: Assessment of Cardiovascular Function
2. Harrison, G. (2016). Treating a Patient Experiencing an Acute Exacerbation of Chronic Heart Failure.
MEDSURG Nursing, 8-10.
SEE:
3. Cardiac Assessment

2. Final Exam Due by Friday, May 5th at noon

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