Instructor's Response Time & Feedback
I encourage you to utilize the Bulletin Board as an open forum for questions about topics, homework, etc. However, if you have a specific question for me, please contact me directly. I will respond in the specified amount of time. Feedback is an important part of learning please look for feedback on your assignments that I provided in the specified amount of time, to find feedback look at this tutorial: How do I view assignment comments from my Instructor (https://community.canvaslms.com/docs/DOC-10666-421254359) (https://community.canvaslms.com/docs/DOC-10666-421254359)) .
Please note:
- Every effort will be made to post grades within one week of the scheduled due date. Please allow at least 7 days before inquiring about grades.
- Every effort is made to respond to emails within 3 business days. When you send emails, please make sure to include the course name (NURS 3120) in the subject line.
- Likewise, I anticipate a response from you within 3 business days when I have sent correspondence. Please plan to check your e-mail regularly for new correspondence.
(Definition of business day: Monday through Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm and does not include holidays).
Feedback is an important part of learning please look for feedback on your assignments and incorporate this as you move forward.
Changes to Syllabus
The syllabus is an important source of information about your course. It is the contract between the student and the instructor about expectations for learning and performance. Students are responsible for reviewing the syllabus to ensure that assignments are submitted in a timely manner and meet the specified requirements for this course as explained in the syllabus. “Information contained in this syllabus, other than grading, late assignments, makeup work, and attendance policies, may be subject to change with advance notice, as deemed appropriate by the instructor” (Course Syllabus Policy 6.36, SUU). It is your responsibility to determine changes to the syllabus or assignments announced in your absence. This syllabus is subject to change anytime.
Statement of Safety or Risk Assumption
You are expected to manage your own transportation and assume your own risks when traveling to and from classes, labs, or clinical experiences and when performing duties in class, lab, or clinical experiences. There are inherent risks involved in travel and in lab and clinical experiences. The most obvious risks are accidents, contracting infections or other communicable diseases, or workplace violence. Please take common precautions to prevent accidents, infections and violence.
AI Policy
Within this course, all submitted assignments should be written, developed, created, or inspired by you. The use of generative AI in this course is limited and you must have instructor permission before using it with any assignment. If permitted, applying these technologies should be done with careful oversight, and students should carefully review and edit the result, as AI can generate good-sounding output that can be incorrect, incomplete or biased. SUU Policy #6.33 on academic integrity should be followed when using AI.
Expectations of Student Behavior
- Bring your book, assessment equipment, and electronic device to each class.
- Complete the course module readings and activities within the allotted time frames.
- Demonstrate an ever-increasing application of the course outcomes.
- Participate fully in collaborative work and discussions.
- Collaborate professionally with fellow learners.
- Demonstrate continual growth in:
critical thinking skills;
evidence-based practice modulated by patient-centered concerns;
sensitivity to patient and family characteristics and circumstances that affect their health and illness experiences;
scholarly self and peer critique; and
professional communication skills. - Cell phones and smart devices should be stored away and set on silent mode during class (exception is participation in formative quizzes or when otherwise instructed).
Although satisfactory academic performance is prerequisite to advancement, it is not the sole criterion in the consideration of the suitability of a student for promotion or graduation. Appropriate professional behavior in all settings is an expectation of students in the nursing program. The Department of Nursing reserves the right to require a student to withdraw from the SUU Nursing Program if considered to be unsuited to proceed with the study or practice of nursing based upon unprofessional student behavior.
Assessment Responsibilities & Expectations
Professionalism: Student learners acting in the role of the nurse need to maintain respect and privacy of the student learner acting in the role of the patient during the practice of assessment skills.
Physical Interaction: Students should expect to practice the required assessments. There is a need to touch each other in a respectful way when learning how to assess the systems. Professionalism should be maintained when assessing classmates; never assess a classmate in a way that is uncomfortable for them. Appropriate dress should be worn each class for these assessments and students should maintain privacy and modesty during hands on assessments.
Disclosure of Personal Medical Information: Student learners will also practice mental and physical status evaluation with partners, including vital signs, etc., Practice evaluations might result in disclosure of personal medical information. If a student anticipates feeling uncomfortable with these requirements, she/he is encouraged to speak with the clinical and/or course faculty.
- Not following these standards may result in disciplinary action and/or deductions in grades.
Problems or Issues That Arise in the Course
If problems arise within the course, the student is expected to discuss the issue with the faculty member teaching the course. Every effort will be made to resolve the issue at the student-teacher level. If the issue is not resolved between the teacher and the student, the student can contact their nursing advisor or the prelicensure program lead.
Announcements
Make sure you are set up to receive course announcements through Canvas and your email. There are no excuses if important information is sent this way and you miss it for any reason.
Appointments
If you would like to discuss the course, via Zoom, we can do so by appointment.
Every attempt is made to be flexible to meet students’ needs. Contact the instructor if you wish to set up a mutually convenient time to discuss course issues, concerns, etc. Students should inform the professor immediately if special circumstances arise that could affect your ability to learn and/or participate in the course.
Co-requisite and Registration Restrictions
Co-requisite(s): NURS 3135
Registration Restriction(s): Nursing majors only