Critical Element: Information Literacy
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Student Outcomes (Course Objectives) |
Information Literacy Outcomes |
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Critical Element: provides guidance to Faculty for implementation of the Undergraduate Curriculum; and in so doing provides for minimal (but not exclusive) required content, process and/or evaluative course components within a course offering in order that the intent of the Undergraduate Curriculum be met. |
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Sophomore |
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The information literate student will:(unabbreviated Information
Literacy Competency Standards for Higher Education are available at
http://www.ala.org/acrl/ilstandardlo.html) |
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NURS 211 (0-3-1sh) |
211.1 define terms used in the healthcare profession 211.2 demonstrate safe behaviors as a professional 211.3 document according to nursing standards 211.4 correctly perform assessment and other skills 211.5 demonstrate behaviors consistent with nursing standards |
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information literate student will: Defines and articulates the NEED for
medical terminology Identifies a
variety of TYPES and formats of potential sources for lookup in the clinical
settings Considers COST/BENEFIT of locating and
documenting COMMUNICATES both orally and in writing
using medical terminology |
Clinical Assignments ·
Requires use of
unit library ·
Requires use
of unit online resources ·
Written
documentation exercise requires us of medical terminology ·
Oral report
exercise requires use of medical
terminology |
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NURS 212 (2-0-2sh) |
212.1 discuss the history and philosophical foundations of the profession 212.2 examine the foundational values espoused by the profession 212.3 differentiate among the concepts primary, secondary, tertiary prevention/intervention 212.4 distinguish between therapeutic and non-therapeutic communicative behaviors 212.5 practice the basic principles of effective teaching and evaluating learning outcomes 212.6 participate effectively as a team member |
The information literate student will: SUMMARIZES main
ideas to be extracted Synthesize main ideas to CONSTRUCT new concepts COMMUNICATES the product or performance
effectively to others ACKNOWLEDGES use of
sources in communicating the product or performance |
Classroom
Assignments ·
Written
assignment that relates h&p of nursing to the post-modern care delivery
continuum ·
Oral
presentation thereof ·
Organizes a
concept bib using APA citation for Johnson Library |
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NURS 213 (0-3-1sh) |
213.1 utilize appropriate medical terminology in nursing practice 213.2 demonstrate skill in assisting clients with health promotion behaviors 213.3 correctly use health assessment techniques in a variety of settings 213.4 competently perform selected assessment and other nursing skills 213.5 demonstrates behaviors consistent with professional nursing standards |
The information literate student will: Extracts, records,
and MANAGES information SUMMARIZES main ideas to be extracted COMPARES new information with prior
information Recognizes when information effects the
VALUE SYSTEM and reconciles differences COMMUNICATES the product or performance effectively
to others FOLLOWS information
laws, regulations, institutional policies, and etiquette |
Clinical Assignments ·
Written
assignment requires description of the divisions of the medical record ·
Gives oral
report from a prescribed written organizing framework ·
Written
assignment that contrasts personal
values with patient information ·
Discussion
exercise in which the agency confidentiality policy is applied |
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NURS 214 (2-0-2sh) |
214.1 apply essential methods of data collection in order to complete an accurate and complete health assessment 214.2 use appropriate terminology utilized for documenting client status 214.3 document client health assessments 214.4 identify essential elements of a holistic approach to client care 214.5 apply appropriate assessment techniques for assessing body systems |
The information literate student will: Identifies a variety
of TYPES and formats of potential sources REEVALUATES the nature and extent of
information ARTICULATES and applies criteria for
evaluating information and it’s sources APPLIES new and prior information to
planning and creation to a product or performance REVISES the
development process for the product or performance |
Classroom
Assignments ·
Written
assignment comparing primary versus secondary sources of information ·
Written
assignment comparing reductionist versus holistic types of information ·
Written
assignment requires follow through from assessment to plan to implementation
to evaluation |
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NURS 236 (3-0-3sh) |
236.1 discuss the utility of selected nursing frameworks as a guide to professional nursing 236.2 discuss the elements of Neuman’s holistic care model in wellness, illness, and disease management 236.3 analyze psychosocial and physiological factors that are vital to health promotion, risk reduction, and disease prevention 236.4 explain the components of the nursing process 236.5 describe the basic principles of pharmacology in nursing practice |
The information literate student will: SUMMARIZES main
ideas to be extracted ARTICULATES and applies criteria for
evaluating information and it’s sources Synthesize main ideas to CONSTRUCT new concepts COMPARES new information with prior
information Recognizes when information effects the
VALUE SYSTEM and reconciles differences COMMUNICATES the product or performance
effectively to others ACKNOWLEDGES use of
sources in communicating the product or performance |
Classroom
Assignments ·
Written
assignment relates a nurse theory to personal value system ·
Oral
presentation summarizes application of Neuman’ Holistic Care Model to a
patient ·
Prepares a bib
in APA format relating a nurse theory to a nursing concept |
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Undergraduate
Curriculum Objectives · A.0.0 Sophomore (Level A) 1. Provides competent and compassionate nursing care for diverse population of individuals, families and groups of all levels of prevention · A.1.1 Examines the influence of culture, race gender, religion, lifestyle and age on the health of individuals · A.1.2 Performs comprehensive assessments of individuals at various life stages · A.1.3 Identifies goals for care 1. Affirms a personal commitment to the profession of nursing and life-long learning · A.2.1 Describes the history and philosophy of nursing practice · A.2.2 Develops personal goals for professional development 2. Integrates liberal studies and nursing knowledge into professional practice · A.3.1 Relates concepts from natural and social sciences to understand self and others · A.3.2 Appreciates the differences in personal and cultural definitions of health 4. Embraces the ethical and legal principles of professional legal practice · A.4.1 Recognizes the impact of personal and professional values on behavior · A.4.2 Describes the scope of practice according to the Nurse Practice Act |
The information literate student will: Recognizes when information effects the VALUE SYSTEM and reconciles differences SUMMARIZES main
ideas to be extracted COMPARES new
information with prior information Recognizes when
information effects the VALUE SYSTEM and reconciles differences COMMUNICATES the
product or performance effectively to others ACKNOWLEDGES use of
sources in communicating the product or performance FOLLOWS information
laws, regulations, institutional policies, and etiquette Recognizes when
information effects the VALUE SYSTEM and reconciles differences |
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5. Applies the findings of research to the practice of professional nursing · A.5.1 Identifies the role of research in clinical practice 6. Designs, manages and coordinates nursing care in a variety of settings · A.6.1 Participates as a member of the health care team · A.6.2 Recognizes personal accountability for the quality of care s/he provides 7. Effectively communicates with diverse groups and disciplines · A.7.1 Communicates effectively with clients and members of the health care team · A.7.2 Provides relevant health information to individuals across the life span 8. Integrates technical skills into nursing practice in diverse health care settings · A.8.1 Uses information technologies to enhance own knowledge base · A.8.2 Perform beginning technical skills that enhance nursing care |
SUMMARIZES main
ideas to be extracted COMPARES new
information with prior information Recognizes when
information effects the VALUE SYSTEM and reconciles differences COMMUNICATES the
product or performance effectively to others ACKNOWLEDGES use of
sources in communicating the product or performance Identifies a variety
of TYPES and formats of potential sources REEVALUATES the
nature and extent of information ARTICULATES and
applies criteria for evaluating information and it’s sources APPLIES new and
prior information to planning and creation to a product or performance REVISES the
development process for the product or performance COMMUNICATES the
product or performance effectively to others COMMUNICATES both
orally and in writing using medical terminology Extracts, records,
and MANAGES information Defines and
articulates the NEED for medical terminology Identifies a variety of TYPES and formats
of potential sources for lookup in the clinical settings Considers
COST/BENEFIT of locating and documenting |