NURSNG 16, Physical Assessment 1 unit
• Prerequisite: Nursing 10, 10L or equivalent.
The focus of this course is to enable the student to further develop techniques of physical assessment. It includes a description of fundamental assessment techniques including measurement of vital signs, then details assessment procedures and findings for specific body systems. The examination techniques presented are related primarily to adult patients. Gerontological considerations are included for each body system, with a focus on identifying normal age-related variations.
1566 10:15a-1:20p TTh BUNDY 321 Adler E
Above section 1566 meets at the Bundy Campus, 3171 South Bundy Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90066.
NURSNG 40, Nursing of Children 1.5 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: Nursing 35, Nursing 35L, and Psychology 19 (or Nursing 19 and Advanced Placement).
Nursing 40 and 40L must be taken concurrently.
The focus of this course is to assist the nursing student in acquiring the essential knowledge and principles of pediatric nursing. The student will plan and provide nursing care to the hospitalized child with common health deviations. Preventive and safety measures appropriate to the developmental level of children are incorporated due to children being dependent-care agents. Students will utilize critical thinking/problem solving to modify therapeutic nursing interventions and communication techniques based on the developmental level of the child. Emphasis is also on health promotion, preventive measures, developmental principles, and the impact of illness on the family.
1568 Arrange-4 Hours ONLINE-E Adler E
Above section 1568 is a Distance Education course conducted over the Internet. For additional information, go to smconline.org (schedule of classes).
NURSNG 40L, Nursing of Children Lab 1.5 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: Nursing 35, Nursing 35L, and Psychology 19 (or Nursing 19 and Advanced Placement).
Nursing 40 and 40L must be taken concurrently.
The pediatric clinical experience provides opportunities to assist the nursing student in planning and managing nursing assistance for hospitalized pediatric patients with common health deviations. The learner will have opportunities to demonstrate competency in the application of critical thinking to aid in decision-making, organizational skills, nursing theory, and concepts. Implementation strategies reflect increasing breadth and depth of theory and utilization of therapeutic communication techniques appropriate for the pediatric population.
1569 7:00a-11:00a WTh HOSP Penaflorida D
11:30a-1:40p WTh HOSP Penaflorida D
NURSNG 90A, Nursing Internship 1 unit
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: None.
Students must arrange an approved internship prior to enrolling in this class. F-1 students must see the Immigration Coordinator at the International Education Center before enrolling.
The Internship Program is designed to provide the student with “real life” experience in their field of study and the work place. Students work in an approved internship to develop their understanding of their field of study and their ability to apply their knowledge.
1570 Arrange-12 Hours HOSP Staff
4:00p-6:00p M BUNDY 217 Staff
Above section 1570 meets for 8 weeks, Jun 22 to Aug 10, at the Bundy Campus, 3171 South Bundy Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90066.
NURSNG 90B, Nursing Internship 2 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: None.
Students must arrange an approved internship prior to enrolling in this class. F-1 students must see the Immigration Coordinator at the International Education Center before enrolling.
The Internship Program is designed to provide the student with “real life” experience in their field of study and the work place. Students work in an approved internship to develop their understanding of their field of study and their ability to apply their knowledge.
1571 Arrange-24 Hours Staff
Above section 1571 meets for 8 weeks, Jun 22 to Aug 14.