Practical Nurse Program
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CPNP 101: Nursing Theory I Hours: 40 Credits: 3.0 |
| This course will provide the student with an introduction to various nursing theories. Utilizing the Allen/ McGill nursing process framework the student will develop an understanding of holistic nursing care. Prerequisite: None |
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CPNP 102: Anatomy and Physiology/ Microbiology Hours: 80 Credits: 6.0 |
| This course will focus on the normal structure and function of the body according to body systems. The role of microorganisms in health and illness are explored. Prerequisite: None |
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CPNP 103: Health & Wellness Hours: 40 Credits: 3.0 |
| The physical, social, mental, environmental, and spiritual aspects of personal health and wellness will be explored, within the context of the Canadian Health Care System. Prerequisite: None |
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CPNP 104: Growth and Developmentt Hours: 40 Credits: 3.0 |
| Students will examine major theories of human development across the lifespan. This course is an introduction to the stages of normal human development, including physical, cognitive, social and emotional aspects, from conception to death. Prerequisite: None |
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CPNP 105: Nursing Lab I Hours: 50 Credits: 4.0 |
| In the nursing skills lab, utilizing the underlying theoretical principles, students will develop psychomotor nursing skills to provide safe competent care. The topics covered will include medical and surgical asepsis, client and personal safety. Prerequisite: Nursing Theory I |
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CPNP 107: Adult Health Assessment Hours: 50 Credits: 4.0 |
| The application of the knowledge of anatomy, physiology and microbiology applied to the skill of completing a holistic adult health assessment. Prerequisite: Anatomy and Physiology/ Microbiology, Growth and Development |
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CPNP 108: Clinical Experience: Continuing Care Hours: 226 Credits: 6.0 |
| Students will have experience in continuing care where they can assist clients with activities of daily living, implementing basic nursing knowledge, safety principles, and adult health assessment. Prerequisite: Health & Wellness, Growth and Development, Nursing Science Lab I |
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CPNP 109: Mental Health Nursing Hours: 40 Credits: 3.0 |
| Students will be introduced to psychiatric and mental health problems. Nursing assessment, planning, interventions and evaluation will be explored applying the Allen/McGill Nursing Model. Students will investigate opportunities for client teaching and community resource availability. Prerequisite: Health and Wellness, Growth and Development |
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ENGL 110: Fundamentals of English Composition Hours: 40 Credits: 3.0 |
| ENGL 110 focuses on essay writing at the post secondary level. Students will examine examples of good writing, do short summaries, participate in critical exchanges in an individual and group setting, and complete several short writing assignments covering a spectrum of styles and purposes. While the ENGL 110 course provides some grammar review, students will be expected to be at least at a senior high school level of competency or equivalent in both grammar and composition. Prerequisite: None |
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CPNP 110: Pathophysiology Hours: 40 Credits: 3.0 |
| Students will develop a systemic understanding of common health care problems with a focus on the physiological alterations occurring with disease processes. Prerequisite: Anatomy and Physiology/Microbiology |
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PSYC 110: Basic Concepts of Psychology Hours: 40 Credits: 3.0 |
| In this course, the student will understand the basic psychological principles, theories, applications and methodologies. Topics include the psychological study of human behavior, personality development, biological psychology, social psychology and abnormal psychology. Prerequisite: None |
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CPNP 112: Nursing Theory II Hours: 40 Credits: 3.0 |
| Students will be involved in the application of the Allen /McGill Nursing Model to clients requiring medical and surgical interventions. Prerequisite: Nursing Theory I, Anatomy and Physiology/ Microbiology, Pathophysiology |
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ADPR 113: Team Building / Conflict Resolution Hours: 40 Credits: 3.0 |
| This course focuses on how to work cooperatively and communicate effectively with others to develop successful teams. The student will explore the forming of teams, use of effective team behaviors and acquiring team leadership. Prerequisite: None |
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CPNP 113: Nursing Lab II Hours: 50 Credits: 4.0 |
| Students will develop nursing skills to provide safe competent care for patients requiring medical and surgical interventions. Prerequisite: Nursing Theory I, Anatomy and Physiology/ Microbiology |
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CPNP 117: Pharmacology Hours: 40 Credits: 3.0 |
| The pharmaco-dynamics of medications, the rationale for their use, and the expected results of the therapy are discussed, along with the development of the critical thinking skills to assess the need for and response to medication. Prerequisite: Anatomy and Physiology/Microbiology |
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CPNP 118: Nursing Theory III Hours: 40 Credits: 3.0 |
| Students will be exploring the application of the Allen /McGill Nursing Model with clients as they practice their critical thinking skills in assessment, planning, carrying out of interventions and evaluations in medication administration. Prerequisite: Nursing Theory II, Pathophysiology |
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CPNP 119: Nursing Lab III Hours: 50 Credits: 4.0 |
| Students will, in a nursing lab, develop psychomotor nursing skills to provide safe, competent care, and safe medication administration utilizing theory based on the fundamental guidelines. Prerequisite: Nursing Lab 1, Nursing Lab II, Pharmacology |
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CPNP 206: Professional Communication Hours: 40 Credits: 3.0 |
| Students will probe the communication process and professional communication skills. Communicating with clients with special needs, reporting, documenting, and teaching techniques will be discussed. Prerequisite: None |
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CPNP 213: Professional Ethics Hours: 40 Credits: 3.0 |
| This course of study permits the student to develop an understanding of what constitutes Professional Ethics. The course is a combination of theory, self-reflection and practical application. Prerequisite: None |
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CPNP 214: Pediatric Nursing Hours: 40 Credits: 3.0 |
| Students will be introduced to pediatric health issues. Nursing assessment, planning, interventions and evaluation will be explored applying the Allen/McGill Nursing Model. Students will investigate opportunities for client teaching and community resource availability. Prerequisite: Year 1 (Semesters I-VI), Year 2 (Semester I) |
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CPNP 215: Maternity Nursing Hours: 40 Credits: 3.0 |
| Students will be introduced to family-centered needs in the childbearing family. Nursing assessment, planning, interventions and evaluation will be explored applying the Allen/McGill Nursing Model. Students will investigate opportunities for client teaching and community resource availability. Prerequisite: Year 1 (Semesters I-VI), Year 2 (Semester I) |
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CPNP 216: Community Health Nursing Hours: 100 Credits: 3.0 |
| Students will concentrate on nursing roles in different settings in the community. Prevention, primary care, influences on health, and nursing strategies will be discussed. Prerequisite: Year 1 (Semesters I-VI), Year 2 (Semester I) |
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CPNP 220: Clinical Experience: Specialty Nursing Hours: 114 Credits: 3.0 |
| Students will have the opportunity to practice their critical thinking skills in assessment, planning, carrying out of nursing interventions and evaluations of care for clients in one of the following areas: mental health, home care, public health, pediatrics or obstetrics. Prerequisite: Year 1 (Semesters I-VI), Year 2 (Semesters I-IV) |
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CPNP 222: Clinical Experience: Acute Care Hours: 242 Credits: 6.0 |
| Students will have experience in an acute care setting where they can apply the nursing knowledge, including the application of critical thinking in nursing assessment, planning, carrying out of nursing interventions and evaluation of care, and medication administration for medical and /or surgical clients. Prerequisite: Year 1 (Semesters I-VI), Year 2 (Semesters I-II) |
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CPNP 223: Nursing Transitions Hours: 40 Credits: 3.0 |
| Students will explore the transition to the role as a graduate Practical Nurse. Issues such as continuing education, team skills, and leadership in the healthcare setting and community will be addressed. Prerequisite: Year 1 (Semesters I-VI), Year 2 (Semesters I-V) |
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CPNP 224: Transition to the Graduate Role Hours: 140 Credits: 4.0 |
| Students will practice nursing under the supervision of a preceptor in the transition to a graduate practical nurse. Team leading will be a part of this experience. Prerequisite: Year 1 (Semesters I-VI), Year 2 (Semesters I-V) |