Review of principles of physics with emphasis on their application in the clinical practice of anesthesia. Nurse anesthesia residents (NAR) will engage in a comprehensive analysis of cell physiology and biochemistry with emphasis upon metabolism, enzyme function, and protein synthesis. Current research findings and their anesthetic implications will be discussed.

An intensive 6 quarter hour course designed to provide the nurse anesthesia resident (NAR) with current knowledge of advanced anatomy and physiology of the gastrointestinal, nervous and endocrine systems. The course is divided into three sections with emphasis placed on the structural and functional role of each system in maintaining homeostasis. Clinical implications of current research findings will be stressed.

An intensive 6 quarter hour course designed to provide the nurse anesthesia resident (NAR) with current knowledge of advanced anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular, respiratory and renal systems. The course is divided into sections with emphasis placed on the structural and functional role of each system in maintaining homeostasis. Clinical implications of current research findings will be stressed.

An intensive 6 quarter hour course designed to provide the nurse anesthesia resident (NAR) with current knowledge of diseases and disorders of the nervous, endocrine, cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, GI/hepatic, and musculoskeletal systems. Implications for the design and implementation of an appropriate anesthesia care plan for individuals with specific system disease/disorders will be discussed in detail. Emphasis will be placed on system-specific diagnostic and therapeutic procedures that require anesthesia services.

Designed to introduce the nurse anesthesia resident (NAR) to the advanced practice of nurse anesthesia. Emphasis is placed upon pre-operative patient assessment, anesthesia equipment and technology, airway management, intra-operative management, and postoperative care of patients undergoing general and regional anesthesia. Course includes orientation to clinical practice.

An intensive 4 quarter hour course designed to provide the nurse anesthesia resident (NAR) with current knowledge of special populations, including pediatric, obstetric, geriatric and trauma patients, as well as patients requiring pain management. Emphasis will be placed on the anatomical and physiological differences that characterize each population with a focus on the pathological disorders unique to each group. The preparation, implementation and evaluation of an appropriate nurse anesthesia care plan for these populations will be stressed.

An in-depth course that places emphasis on perioperative anesthetic management of patients presenting for specialty surgical procedures or requiring management for chronic pain. Implications for the development, implementation, and evaluation of anesthesia care plans will be stressed. The ethical, legal and professional issues that influence the advanced practice of nurse anesthesia will be discussed. Course includes preparation for the Certification Examination for Certified Registered Nurse Anethetists.

This course is an in depth introduction to anesthetic pharmacology. It covers the pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and pharmacotherapeutics of drugs used in the administration of general, local, and regional anesthesia and provides the scientific basis for the advanced practice of nurse anesthesia.

This 4 quarter hour hybrid course (in class and on-line sections) includes the pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and pharmacotherapeutics of drugs used in the treatment of a variety of disease states. Implications of current therapy with these agents and use of selected agents as adjunctive therapy in the advanced practice of nurse anesthesia will be stresed.

This course will provide strategies that promote effective history-taking along with cognitive and psychomotor skills needed for the advanced physical assessment of the neurological, musculosketal, respiratory, cardiac, circulatory, and gastrointestinal systems across the lifespan. The assessment of body systems includes an overview of anatomy and physiology, techniques necessary to perform inspection, palpation, percussion and auscultation; and interpretation of physical findings and laboratory testing relevant to the advanced practice of nurse anesthesia.

An introduction to the clinical practice of anesthesia with emphasis on the principles introduced in ANES 500- 504, 507 and 508. Includes administration of anesthesia for select patient populations under direct instruction and supervision of a certified registered nurse anesthetist (CRNA.) or anesthesiologist.

Expanded application and integration of basic principles applicable to ANES 510. PREREQUISITE(S): NSG 510

This practicum provides the nurse anesthesia resident (NAR) with an opportunity to apply and integrate the basic principles of nurse anesthesia practice. Emphasis is on the anesthetic comprehensive management of the adult patient presenting for elective and emergency surgery. PREREQUISITE(S): NSG 510, NSG 511

The first of four advanced anesthesia practicums that allow the third year nurse anesthesia resident (NAR) the opportuinity to develop, implement, and evaluate anesthesia care plans for all patient populations undergoing a wide variety of specialty surgical and therapeutic procedures. It is designed to broaden the knowledge and skill base of the NAR. Includes seminar presentations on selected topics or issues relative to the advanced practice of anesthesia and completion of online bimonthly review quizzes. PREREQUISITE(S): NSG 510, NSG 511, NSG 512

The second in a series of advanced practicums that provide the third year nurse anesthesia resident (NAR) with the opportunity to develop, implement, and evaluate an anesthesia care plan for all patient populations undergoing a wide variety of surgical and therapeutic procedures. Emphasis is placed on application, integration, and synthesis of knowledge, skills, and attitudes that are representative of the advanced practice of nurse anesthesia. Includes seminar presentations on selected topics and issues relative to the advanced practice of anesthesia and completion of online bimonthly review quizzes. PREREQUISITE(S): NSG 510, 511, 512, 513

The third in a series of advanced practicums that provides the third year nurse anesthesia resident (NAR) with the opportunity to develop, implement, and evaluate an anesthesia care plan for all patient populations undergoing a wide variety of surgical and therapeutic procedures. Emphasis is placed on application, integration, and synthesis of the knowledge, skills, and attitudes representative of the advanced practice of nurse anesthesia. Includes seminar presentations on selected topics or issues relative to the advanced practice of anesthesia and completion of online bimonthly review quizzes. PREREQUISITE(S): NSG 510, 511, 512, 513, 514

The final advanced practicum in which the third year nurse anesthesia resident (NAR) demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for entry level nurse anesthesia practice: proficiency in providing perioperative nurse anesthesia care for all patient populations; an ethical and culturally sensitive approach to patient care; analysis and synthesis of current research for application into practice; ability to perform a comprehensive self evaluation; and display of a professional attitude toward life long learning. Includes seminar presentations on selected topics or issues relative to the advanced practice of nurse anesthesia. PREREQUISITE(S): NSG 510, 511, 512, 513, 514, 515

(Formerly NSG 525) A synthesis of organic & inorganic chemistry, molecular biology, and cellular physiology that serves as a foundation for advanced understanding of pathophysiology and pharmacology. PREREQUSITE(S): Organic and Inorganic Chemistry

Survey of current advances on human physiology with emphasis on the cellular and microcellular basis of health and disease. Students will engage in intensive study of human anatomy and physiology and complex pathophysiologic processes. Current research findings are reviewed for implications for health promotion, health maintenance and health restoration. PREREQUISITE(S): NSG 422 or equivalent. May be taken concurrently with NSG 484

This course builds on the skills acquired in health assessment and will introduce the skills and knowledge needed to perform a history and physical examination on patients of all ages. Lecture will focus on the synthesis of scientific knowledge in performing integrated, comprehensive assessments of individuals from infancy through maturity. Emphasis is place on the child in the context of the family and community. Laboratory practice includes taking the health history and performing the physical examination to evaluate primary health care needs. Adult Nurse Practitioner students will not participate in the assessment of the infant and child, but instead will participate in more in-depth assessment of the older adult. PREREQUISITE(S): NSG 422 and NSG 424.

Provides the advanced-practice nurse with the knowledge base necessary to manage pharmacological therapy for acute and chronically ill clients collaboratively with other members of the health care team. Direct and indirect responsibility for clinical decision-making regarding the administration, management and evaluation of drugs are emphasized. PREREQUISITE(S): Physiology for Advanced Nursing Practice or equivalent or concurrent registration, Organic and Inorganic Chemistry, and Microbiology.

Lectures focus on synthesis and application of scientific knowledge for family advanced practice nursing in primary care. The emphasis of course content is on building advanced knowledge of chronic and complex health problems in the primary care management of adults. This course examines primary health care needs of adults across the life span, with a focus on health promotion and disease prevention. The integrated role of the advanced practice nurse in providing holistic care and collaborative practice is emphasized. PREREQUISITE(S): NSG 422, NSG 424, NSG 460 COREQUISITE(S): NSG 484.

Lectures focus on synthesis and application of scientific knowledge for adult advanced practice nursing. The integrated role of the advanced practice nurse in providing holistic care and collaborative practice is emphasized. The dynamics of the adult client and nurse practitioner relationship will be analyzed, focusing on life transitions and the impact of health and illness on adults, families, and communities. Clinical practice guidelines will be evaluated through epidemiological and research evidenced of selected acute, emergent and chronic health problems. Prerequisite(s): NSG 422, NSG 424, NSG 460, NSG 484 or equivalent.

This is the first practicum in a sequence of supervised clinical experiences for nurse practitioner students. The focus of NSG 483 is on application of health assessment and examination skills in the clinical setting, identification of health risks, and learning how to manage common illnesses. Analysis and application of current research is used as the basis for decision-making in performing the health history and physical assessment, contributing to interdisciplinary treatment planning, and teaching for health promotion and illness prevention.

This is the second practicum in a sequence of supervised clinical experiences for nurse practitioner students in which students demonstrate increasing comprehensive practice of primary care in the context of specialty practice for selected populations. Nurse practitioner student readings, assignments, and clinical experiences in primary care: family, adult, pediatric, or women's health with an emphasis on health promotion and disease prevention. PREREQUISITE(S)(s): NSG 422, NSG 424, NSG 460, NSG 484, NSG 483, NSG 492. COREQUISITE(S): NSG 493.

This course introduces the graduate nursing students to a variety of advanced practice nursing roles and the competencies needed for successful practice in those roles. The students explore the conceptual, theoretical, and empirical bases of population based advanced practice nursing. Critical thinking skills are developed through the student's debate of current local, state, and national laws and analysis of coding case studies. Communication skills are fostered through the use of class discussions and development of various assignments. Scholarly written and verbal presentations enhance the student's understanding of historical, economical, political, legal, and ethical perspectives of advanced practice nursing.

This is the third clinical practicum in a sequence of supervised clinical experiences for nurse practitioner students in which students demonstrate increasing comprehensive practice of primary care in the context of specialty practice for selected populations. This course provides the opportunity to integrate the multiple professional roles of the advanced practice nurse while refining their skills in the comprehensive practice of primary care and/or specialty practice for selected populations. Emphasis is on health promotion and disease prevention with unitary human beings in mutual process with their environment in the management of health and illness, teaching and health counseling and organizational and role competencies. Students select sites and preceptors in family, adult, pediatric or women's health promotion according to their area of concentration and self-assessed strengths and weaknesses. PREREQUISITE(S): NSG 422, NSG 424, NSG 460, NSG 484, NSG 483, NSG 487, NSG 492, NSG 493. COREQUISITE(S): NSG 494.

This course examines various factors that impact the pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of pharmacotherapeutic agents used in the care of the older adult. Economic and policy issues regarding pharmacotherapy of the older adult will be explored. Students will develop primary and secondary strategies to detect and resolve problems related to the use of these agents in the older adult.

This course examines selected clinical issues and health problems of older adults, and provides a foundation in advanced gerontological nursing. Comprehensive geriatric assessment, changes in normal aging, geriatric syndromes, and functional status of older adults will be explored. Students will apply evidence-based practice to promote wellness, maximize function, and enhance self-care of older adults.

The course is designed to explore health promotion, health protection, and disease prevention dimensions in pediatric primary care. It will focus on many of the common issues related to clinical, developmental and behavioral needs of children and adolescents and their families. The dynamics of the pediatric client and nurse practitioner relationship will be analyzed, focusing on life transitions and the impact of health and illness on infants, children, and adolescents and their families. Clinical practice guidelines will be evaluated through epidemiological and research evidence of selected developmental and behavioral disorders, as well as acute and chronic health problems. Also, selected theory-based models relevant to primary care of children will be critiqued. COREQUISITE(S): NSG 484. PREREQUISITE(s): NSG 422. NSG 424, NSG 460, NSG 484.

This advanced practice course provides a comprehensive review of both complicated and high-risk obstetrical conditions. Course content builds upon the nurse practitioner student's knowledge of primary care for low-risk obstetrical patients. Clinical practice guidelines for the advanced prcatice nurse in a woman's health specialty practice or in a practice devoted largely to the care of women in the family is emphasized. PREREQUISITE(S): NSG 422, NSG 424, NSG 460, NSG 484.