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HE
4 courses with the subject HE, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
HE 101Human Anatomy and Physiology I
The focus of this course is to provide a strong foundation for students preparing for a career in nursing. It is an intensive course designed to stress correlations between the structures and functions of the various body systems. Each system discussed is treated from microscopic to macroscopic levels of organization. Topics include: organic molecules, the cell, cellular metabolism, tissues, skin, bones, muscles, the nervous system, special senses, and the endocrine system. Homeostatic imbalances that result in disease 3 hours lecture / 2 hours lab weekly. Minimum passing grade is a C+ (77) Students who do not achieve the minimum grade will not be allowed to advance to: HE 102, NU 120
The study of the human organism relating to structure and function is intensified in this course. Topics include: blood, cardiovascular system, lymphatic system, respiratory system, digestive system, urinary system, water and electrolyte balance, and reproductive system. Since this course is designed for nursing students, common health problems will be introduced to explore the underlying concepts of normal function as they apply to the basic processes of pathogenesis. Specimen dissection continues to be an integral pa 3 hours lecture / 2 hours lab weekly. Minimum passing grade is a C+ (77) Students who do not achieve the minimum grade will not be allowed to advance to HE 221, HE 213, NU 210
This course is designed for nursing students and emphasis is placed on the role of the healthcare professional in the prevention of infectious disease. Class lectures correlate the structure, function, growth, and development of microorganisms to the modes of action of various antimicrobials and physical and chemical methods of microbial control. The student will survey causative agents, methods of transmission, mechanisms of pathogenicity, signs and symptoms, diagnoses, and treatments for common and emerging infectiou 3 hours lecture / 2 hours lab weekly Students who do not achieve the minimum grade will not be allowed to advance to: NU 220
HE 102, Co-requisite: NU 210, Minimum passing grade is a C+ (77)
HE 221Pharmacology
This course will expand the student’s knowledge of pharmacological concepts and their significance in the promotion, maintenance, and restoration of health. Emphasis is placed on pharmacokinetic, pharmacodynamic, and pharmacotherapeutic information about the specific drug classes used in providing patient care throughout the lifespan. Pharmacological nursing implications and interventions will be explored. Special areas of study include: the integration of teaching and learning principles into the nursing care plan, the roles of the 3 hours lecture / 1 hour review weekly Minimum passing grade is C+ (77) Students who do not achieve the minimum passing grade will not be allowed to advance to: NU 210, NU 3210A, and HE 213 Pharmacology may be repeated one (1) time only. A second failure will result in dismissal from the SH/BHSON program.
