NURS 6250-01 Advanced Health Promotion, Health Protection, and Disease Prevention
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This course is Web Enhanced with
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Class: Tuesday, 25 August 2015 Face to Face Orientation
Time: 2-4:50 PM
Room: 1.463
This is an online course
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FACULTY CONTACT INFORMATION
Karine Crow, Ph.D., RN
Associate Professor
University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
School of Nursing
Department of Family and Community Health Systems
7703 Floyd Curl Dr. (Mail code 7951)
San Antonio, Texas 78229-3900
Office: 2.352
Phone: 210-567-7016
Fax: 210-567-5822
Email: crowk3@uthscsa.edu
John Chavez DNP RN APRN FNP-BC
Clinical Assistant Professor
Department of Family and Community Health Systems
Office: 2.374
Phone: 210-567-5885
Email:ChavezJ2@uthscsa.edu
Katherine F. O’Donnell DNP APRN FNP BC
Family Nurse Practitioner
Department of General Surgery
University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio
Phone: 210-450-0212
Email: Odonnellk@uthscsa.edu
Rebekah J. Salt PhD, RN
Assistant Professor
Department of Family and Community Health Systems
Office: 2.328
Phone: 210-567-0816
Email: salt@uthscsa.edu
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Students analyze theories and research from nursing, health promotion, health protection and
disease prevention. Family, human development, patient education and community are the
foundation for exploring the phenomena of family focused care. Data grounded in
epidemiological sources, health histories and family assessments are examined as the basis for
identification of risk factors.
CREDIT AND TIME ALLOCATION
Credit Hour Allocation: 2 semester credit hours
Clock Hour Allocation: 30 clock hours class
PREREQUISITES
NURS 5306 Advanced Theory for the Practice of Nursing
NURS 5307 Using Research for the Practice of Nursing
PROGRAM OUTCOMES
Upon completion of the Master of Science in Nursing Program (MSN) students will:
1. Integrate scientific findings from nursing and related sciences, including genetics and
genomics, into the delivery of advanced nursing care to populations in diverse settings.
2. Demonstrate organizational and systems leadership to assure ethical and critical decisionmaking at all systems’ levels for quality and patient safety.
3. Incorporate performance improvement strategies for quality, safety, and patient-centered
care delivery.
4. Use improvement science to achieve optimal patient care and care environment
outcomes.
5. Integrate meaningful and usable information systems and healthcare technologies to
support safe, quality patient care and healthcare systems effectiveness.
6. Advocate for policy changes that influence healthcare at appropriate levels.
7. Lead interprofessional teams using collaborative strategies to effect quality patient care
and population health outcomes.
8. Analyze and incorporate broad ecological and social health determinants to design and
deliver evidence-based clinical prevention and population healthcare and services to
individuals, families, and aggregates/identified populations.
9. Integrate the advanced competencies expected of a master’s prepared nurse to design,
deliver, and evaluate outcomes of systems of care for individuals, families, and diverse
populations.
COURSE OUTCOMES
1. Analyze primary and secondary data sources that identify and predict the health status of
the individual, family, and community.
2. Integrate theories and research in family theory, health promotion, disease prevention,
and community to the assessment and prevention of health related problems affecting
populations.
3. Synthesize broad ecological, global and social determinants of health and epidemiologic
data to design and deliver evidence-based, culturally relevant clinical interventions and
strategies.
4. Apply evidence-based guidelines to the identification and prevention of significant
healthcare problems affecting populations at risk.
5. Distinguish cultural, spiritual, ethnic, gender, sexual orientation, economic,
environmental, and age cohort differences in the risk, presentation, progression, and
treatment of health problems.
GRADING SCALE FOR GRADUATE COURSES
A = 4 points (90-100)
B = 3 points (80-89)
C = 2 points (75-79)
D = 1 point (66-74)
F = 0 points (65 or below)
CRITERIA FOR EVALUATION / GRADES
•Quizzes 15%
•Blackboard Discussions 20%
•Group Presentation 25%
•Health Promotion Toolkit (Topic of Interest) 40%
Students will be evaluated and graded on the letter grade system (A, B, C, or F) based on the
percentage of final course points obtained*: A=100-90, B=89-80, C=79-70, F=less than 70
To prevent ethical issues related to grade inflation:
*grades will not be “rounded up” i.e., an 89.9% is a B
*no additional work for extra credit is considered
"Further details and information on grading criteria are contained in the course information
packet on Blackboard".
CLASSROOM ATTENDANCE
Attendance in class is an expectation of each student.
WRITTEN ASSIGNMENTS
1. If written assignments are made in a course they are required.
2. Students are expected to submit written work on the scheduled date and time.
3. The student must notify the course coordinator prior to the scheduled due date and time if
they are unable to submit the written work as scheduled. Failure to make this notification
in advance will result in a "zero" for that written work.
4. If the excuse is accepted as reasonable and necessary, arrangements will be made for an
alternative due date and time.
5. Each student is responsible for making sure that he or she has completed the written work
prior to submission.
6. Late work will be accepted with consequences as outlined per course syllabi.
APA GUIDELINES
The APA Publication Manual 6th edition is required for use in all nursing school programs.
SCHOLASTIC DISHONESTY
Students are expected to be above reproach in all scholastic activities. Students who engage in
scholastic dishonesty are subject to disciplinary penalties, including the possibility of failure in
the course and dismissal from the university. "Scholastic dishonesty includes but is not limited to
cheating, plagiarism, collusion, and submission for credit of any work or materials that are
attributable in whole or in part to another person, taking an examination for another person, any
act designed to give unfair advantage to a student or the attempt to commit such acts." Regents
Rules and Regulations, Part One, Chapter VI, Section 3, Subsection 3.2, Subdivision 3.22.
PROFESSIONAL CODE OF CONDUCT
Students who are nurses or are preparing to enter the profession of nursing are expected to treat
others with respect and compassion. “The principle of respect for persons extends to all
individuals with whom the nurse interacts. The nurse maintains compassionate and caring
relationships with colleagues and others with a commitment to the fair treatment of individuals,
to integrity-preserving compromise and to resolving conflict. This standard of conduct precludes
any and all prejudicial actions, any form of harassment or threatening behavior, or disregard for
the effects of one’s actions on others” (American Nurses Association Code for Nurses,
Interpretive Statement 1.5).
The students, faculty, Department Chairs, Associate Deans, and the Dean of the School of
Nursing of the University Texas Health Science Center San Antonio subscribe to the highest
standards of conduct. Our aim is professional behavior beyond reproach. Failure to abide by the
signed code of professional conduct may lead to suspension and/or permanent dismissal from the
UTHSCSA SON. In particular, we subscribe to the provisions of the Code of Ethics for Nurses
(http://bit.ly/1mtD5p2) and the following points of conduct.
http://catalog.uthscsa.edu/schoolofnursing/policiesandprocedures/
School of Nursing Netiquette Guidelines for Online Interaction
Netiquette guidelines provide information for behaving properly online, when using email,
tweets or texts so that you may successfully communicate your thoughts in a manner that is
respectful and avoids misunderstandings with others.
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Be courteous about what you say to or about others in any electronic format. In electronic
communication the golden rule is "Remember the Human." Remember there is a real
person with real feelings on the receiving end of your email or post.
Be respectful and open to opinions and ideas that differ from yours. The exchange of
diverse thoughts, ideas and opinions are an important part of the scholarly environment.
Keep in mind that the people in your classes may come from different backgrounds and
have views that may vary significantly from your own.
Flaming (defined as posting of messages that are deliberately hostile and insulting in an
online social context) is never appropriate. While everyone (learners and instructors
alike) is encouraged to share ideas and opinions openly, you should never use insults or
resort to name-calling even if you disagree strongly with what someone else has written.
When responding to messages or posts made by others, address the ideas, not the person.
It’s often best to avoid using sarcasm and humor online. Without social cues, such as
facial expressions and body language, a remark meant as humorous could come across
hurtful or offensive. Keep in mind that ‘emoticons’ (such as J) may not convey your tone
or intent.
Capitalizing whole words is generally seen as SHOUTING and is difficult for most
people to read. Use all capital letters sparingly, such as to highlight an important word or
point.
Think and reread what you’ve written before you post! Make sure that what you’ve
written makes sense (is clear and to the point).
Remember you are responsible for the content you communicate on CANVAS. What you
write represents you, so use appropriate language. Remember that all writing should be
professional, consisting of complete sentences, and free of grammatical and spelling
errors.
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Be aware that distributing copyrighted materials, such as articles and images, is illegal.
Most of the materials on the Internet are copyrighted. The only time it’s ok to distribute
materials from the Internet is when you are sure those materials are "fair use." To be safe,
if you want to share materials with classmates and/or your instructor, share the web link
or URL only.
To avoid plagiarism, make sure you properly cite all source materials. All materials
should be cited unless you are the author of the content.
Protect your privileges in online communication (avoid posting spam or emailing chain
letters).
ADA ACCOMMODATIONS
Any student seeking reasonable accommodations through the Americans with Disabilities Act
(ADA) should contact either the Associate Dean for Admissions and Student Services within the
first week of the semester or schedule a meeting with the UTHSCSA ADA Compliance Office
so that appropriate accommodations may be arranged. A request for accommodations (Form
ADA-100: http://uthscsa.edu/eeo/form100-Faculty-student-resident.pdf) must be completed and
submitted to the Executive Director of the ADA Compliance Office before accommodations can
be provided. Additional information can be provided in the Student Success Center, Room 1.118
or through the ADA Compliance Office website: http://uthscsa.edu/eeo/request.asp.
REQUIRED TEXT / REFERENCE
Healey, B. J., & Zimmerman, R. S. (2010). The new world of health
promotion: New program development, implementation, and
evaluation. Sudbury, MA: Jones and Bartlett Publishers
ISBN-13: 978-0-7637-5377-1
ISBN-10: 0-7637-5377-7
American Psychological Association. (2010). Publication manual of the American
Psychological Association (6th ed.). Washington, DC: Author
ISBN-13:978-1-4338-0561-5
ISBN-10:14338-0561-8
CONTENT OUTLINE
I.Health Promotion
•Health Promotion in the New Century - Overview
•Global Health Promotion
•Health Promotion theory: Concepts and constructs
oFamily Theory
oChange Theory
•Ethical, Cultural & Spiritual/Value Implication in Health Promotion
•Health Policy & Primary Care – local state, national
II.Health Promotion (Assessment)
•Public health science, such as basic epidemiology, surveillance, environmental science,
Overview of health promotion in communities; Primary and secondary data sources
•Health promotion and health protection with underserved/vulnerable populations
• Risk assessment and stratification using Family history, family form and functioning,
genograms, genetic testing and community networks
•Injury prevention and violence prevention
•Substance abuse assessment, prevention and intervention
•Motivational Interviewing
III.Health Promotion (Analysis)
•Population health analysis
•Qualitative and Quantitative Evidence
Findings, Information, Data Bases (CDC, Health Department, Health Assessment)
IV.Health Promotion (Planning)
•Evidence-based practice in health promotion, health protection and disease prevention
•National standards and guidelines for screening in various age groups
•Identification of strategies to address internal and external barriers to change
•Communication Skills (Framing the Message)
•Program planning
V.Health Promotion Competencies (Implementation/Intervention)
•Leadership
•Partnerships
•Economics
•Health Promotion Toolkit Components
•Use of family history, family form and functioning, genograms, genetic testing and
community networks in risk assessment and stratification
•Establishment of coaching relationship in partnership with the client for personalized
health planning
•Teaching and coaching for healthy lifestyles: diet, exercise, sleep, stress management,
screenings, and safety
•Smoking cessation counseling techniques
•Injury prevention and violence prevention
•Substance abuse prevention and intervention
•Peer Reviewed Journals
•National Guidelines