Course Catalog 2005-2006

College of Technology

Department of Health Professions

Karen Hill, Chair

Special Degree and Certificate Requirements

Programs in Medical Assisting, Pharmacy Technology, Practical Nursing, Radiologic Technology, Respiratory Care, Surgical Technology, and the LPN to ASRN program are in high demand. Interested persons are encouraged to do placement testing at least one year prior to anticipated admittance into a health program. Students will enter as pre-health majors and select courses from the listed core courses after conferring with an advisor. Additional courses that support the Health Professions curriculum are listed with the core courses. Students may take these additional courses prior to entry and make their program course loads lighter. Assessment of writing for course placement follows UM guidelines and is done during orientations and at various times in the semester. Math placement will be determined by a placement test such as COMPASS. Placement testing assures that students are given the help they need to be successful in writing and math courses. Admission to the individual programs requires documented completion of the health core curriculum required by the desired program with a program approved GPA, three letters of application describing interest in the program and recommendation submitted to the Health Professions Admissions Committee. Application deadlines are April 1 and November 1. Admission may be granted in the semester prior to the completion of core courses with the understanding that it will be based on course grades.

The LPN to Associate of Science RN program requires: the health core general education courses, an unencumbered license as an LPN, two letters of recommendation, and possibly a personal interview. Ten applicants will be offered placement. If equally qualified applicants exceed available seats, date of application will be utilized. Entry is spring semester only.

Students must show program directors proof of the following health requirements prior to entry in the clinical portion of health programs: tuberculosis testing using the PPD (Purified Protein Derivative) or chest x-ray (positive results will require a physician's letter before a student can continue in clinical settings); and Hepatitis B vaccine (HBV) prior to beginning clinical experience with potential exposure to blood-borne pathogens (a three injection series is required and may be obtained at Curry Health Center and other health care providers). We recommend beginning this series as soon as notified of acceptance; CPR training for health care providers must be done before entering, clinical experiences; eye exams are required for surgical technology students because they will work with lasers in surgery; and respiratory care students must pass NRP (neonatal resuscitation) prior to their neonatal clinical experience

Many licensing bodies/employing institutions in health care have increasingly stringent requirements and background checks as conditions for licensing or employment. If students have a concern about this, they should contact the licensing board for their specialty. Respiratory care students area required to have a physical exam, a ten panel drug screen, and a police background check prior to entering advanced clinical experiences.

Students in Health Professions programs must pass all program specific courses (those listed under NUR, PHA, MED, RES, SUR, or RAD) as well as SCN 119N or other foundational courses with a A B in order to continue in the program. Students in the Pharmacy Technology and Medical Assisting may have a A C in SCN 119N but will have to re-take the course if they desire to transfer into another health program. Students desiring to transfer an equivalent course from another institution must meet this same requirement. A failed course may be repeated as space is available. Because program admissions are highly sought and clinical spaces are limited, this may be impossible to accomplish in the next semester. Thus, failing a program-specific course may make timely program completion impossible. Students who reenter will be expected to comply with the most current requirements. For the current admissions criteria, contact specific program directors.

Course Fees and Supplies

Most programs in the Health Professions Department include courses with course fees and special supplies requirements. To obtain a complete listing of these additional items and costs, call the College of Technology Admissions Office at 406-243-7865.

Health Professions Core Curriculum

These courses as well as specific program courses may be offered in different semesters among the different programs. Consult the program advisor regarding which courses to take and when to take them.

-MAT 100 Intermediate Algebra

-SCN 119N Anatomy and Physiology

-COM 160A Oral Communication or COM 150S, Interpersonal Communication

-CRT 101 Introduction to Computers

-COM 101 English Composition or COM 115 Technical Writing (nursing students take COM 101)

Any general education courses within a program may be taken prior to acceptance into a program. There are other courses that are supportive of medical programs. Courses should be selected with the assistance of an approved Health Professions advisor as taking too many courses may adversely affect financial aid. The supportive courses include, but are not limited to, the following:

-MAT 117 Probability and Linear Math

-MED 154T Medical Terminology

-PSY 100S Introduction to Psychology or PSY 110S Organizational Psychology (Medical Assisting, Nursing, Respiratory Care students take PSY 100)

-SCN 150N Nutrition (Nursing students)

-BIOL 106N Elementary Medical Microbiology

-PSY 185 Human Development (prereq., PSYC 100S)

-CHEM 151N General and Inorganic Chemistry

-CHEM 152N Organic and Biological Chemistry

-CHEM 154N Organic and Biological Chemistry Laboratory (required for RN students)

-SCN 175T Introduction to Physical Science (RAD)

-SCN 220 Human Physiology (RN)

-SOC 110S Introduction to Sociology


Medical Assisting-A.A.S. Degree

Students in Medical Assisting are trained in front office administrative skills and back office clinical skills to assist healthcare practitioners in administering to the needs of patients. Students are trained to assist with medical examinations and treatment and to work as a team member in the medical office environment. Students learn to take medical histories and obtain vital signs, give medications and injections (under supervision), draw blood, perform diagnostic tests and office laboratory procedures, sterilize instruments and maintain equipment. Additionally, medical assisting students are exposed to the principles of medical ethics and medical legal issues facing health care providers.

Students successfully completing the program are awarded the Associate of Applied Science degree. Students may enter autumn semester.

A course may be attempted a maximum of two times. Students take the Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) national certification exam administered by the American Medical Technologists upon completion of the program. Students are responsible for filing required forms, associated fees, and grade transcripts.

Core Courses to be taken prior to entering the program:

-COM 115 Technical Writing 3 cr.

-COM 160A Oral Communication 3 cr.

-CRT 101 Introduction to Computers 2 cr.

-MAT 100 Intermediate Algebra 3 cr.

-SCN 119N Anatomy and Physiology 7 cr.

Autumn Entry:
First Year A S
ACC 131T Essentials of Accounting 4 -
COM 150S Interpersonal Communications - 3
COM 210E Critical Thinking and Analysis - 3
CRT 108 Word Processing 2 -
MED 154T Beginning Medical Terminology 2 -
MED 161T Medical Administrative Procedures 4 -
MED 270T Terminology for Health Professions II - 2
PSY 100S Introduction to Psychology - 3
Electives - 1
Total 12 12
Second Year A S
MED 153T Insurance Processing 3 -
MED 155T Medical Software Applications - 1
MED 201T Medical Assisting Clinical Procedures I 4 -
MED 202T Medical Assisting Internship I 1 -
MED 203T Medical Assisting Procedures II - 3
MED 204T Medical Assisting Internship II - 3
MED 216T Terminology for Health Professions I 2 -
MED 256T Medical Transcription I - 3
PHA 195T Pharmacological Products 3 -
PSY 185 Human Development - 3
Total 1313

 

Pharmacy Technology-Certificate

Pharmacy technicians assist in the various activities of the pharmacy department not requiring the professional judgment of the pharmacist. They perform such duties as maintaining patient records, filling prescriptions, pricing, drug calculations, intravenous medication compounding, filing, dispensing routine orders for stock supplies and patient care areas, and maintaining inventory of drug supplies.

Students are prepared to function in hospital-based pharmacies and retail pharmacies. Graduates may be employed in hospitals, retail drug stores, drug manufacturers, and wholesale drug companies. Students are required to rotate to clinical sites and some may be outside the Missoula area.

After successfully completing the program, students are awarded a Certificate of Completion. and are well prepared and encouraged to sit for the national technician certification examination offered through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB).

The Pharmacy Technology program is accredited by the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP).

Core Courses to be taken prior to entrance into the program:
COM 115 Technical Writing 3
CRT 101 Introduction to Computers or challenge (2)
MAT 100 Intermediate Algebra 3
MED 154T Beginning Medical Terminology 2
SCN 119N Anatomy and Physiology 7
Total 15-17
Keyboarding speed of 35 WPM required for all Pharmacy Technician applicants
Autumn Entry: First Year A S
COM 150S Interpersonal Communications 3 -
PHA 100T Introduction to Pharmacy Practice 3 -
PHA 101T Pharmacy Calculations 3 -
PHA 102T Pharmacology 6 -
PHA 103T Hospital and Community Practice* - 6
PHA 105T Internship - 5
PSY 110S Organizational Psychology - 3
Total 1715

*In order to facilitate access to the laboratory, PHA 103T, Hospital and Community Practice, may be offered during the time period of January through May. The program director will provide a complete schedule at the beginning of the autumn semester.

Practical Nursing-Certificate

The College of Technology offers a Practical Nursing (PN) certificate program and an Associate of Science degree(AS in Nursing. Applicants for the PN program must have a high school diploma or equivalency, have completed an acceptable placement test such as COMPASS, or ACT, have completed the requisite core semester with a C or better, except in SCN 119N which requires a B or higher grade, and have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.75. The 20 students who meet the selection criteria will be accepted into the nursing portion of the program. Applicants must prove computer literacy either by successfully passing a challenge examination or CRT 101.The PN program extends over two semesters and one summer session. Students learn practical nursing skills through independent study, lectures, demonstrations, and practice in a nursing skills lab on campus. Under instructor supervision, students also provide patient care in a variety of health care settings. The program is approved by the Montana State Board of Nursing. Accreditation by the National League for Nursing (NLN) is being sought.

PN program graduates are eligible to take the National Council Licensing Examination (NCLEX) for Practical Nurses. After licensure, graduates typically find employment in hospitals, nursing homes, physician offices and other health care agencies. The work under the supervision of a registered nurse, physician, dentist, osteopath or other health care provider a specified in the State Nurse Practice Act.


Core Courses- Prerequisite to entering the Practical Nursing Program
COM 101 English Composition (requires placement test) or COM 115 Technical Writing3
MAT 100-Intermediate Algebra or MAT 117 Probability and Linear Math (preferred; requires placement test; required for RN program) 3
PSY 100S Introduction to Psychology 4
SCN 119N Anatomy and Physiology 7
First Year A S
NUR 151 Drug Administration and Calculation 3 -
NUR 154 Pharmacology I 4 -
NUR 155 Adult Physiological Needs I 4 -
NUR 160 Childbearing Family Needs - 3
NUR Introduction to Nursing 3 -
NUR 254 Pharmacology II - 2
NUR 255 Adult Physiological Needs II - 4
PSY 185 Hman Development Across the Lifespan - 3
SCN 150N Nutrition 3 -
Total 17 12

The total credits required to complete the Certificate in Practical Nursing is 44 (23 general education credits and 21 nursing specific credits).

Registered Nursing-A.S. Degree

The Associate of Science degree program articulates with the PN program and requires at least two further semesters of full time study. Applicants must have completed a PN program with the general education courses listed in the practical nursing course of study, have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.75, possess and maintain a current unencumbered LPN license, submit three letters of reference from employers or former instructors and come before the interview committee prior to being accepted into the A.S. program. The number of students accepted into the A.S. program is limited. All candidates who meet the admission requirements will be considered. The A.S. degree program is approved by the State Board of Nursing and is seeking NLN accreditation.

There is further skill development in the A.S. degree program, in lecture, lab and clinical settings. The A.S. program allows an LPN to have a career and go to college, as the schedule offers courses online, on weekends and/or in the evening. Upon completion, graduates earn an Associate of Science degree in Nursing and are eligible to take the NCLEX for Registered Nurses. Graduates are prepared for employment as registered nurses in acute care facilities, geriatric care centers, industrial setting, and in public and private health care agencies.

First Year A S
BIOL 106N Elementary Medical Microbiology -3
CHEM 152N-154N Organic and BiologicalC hemistry and Laboratory5 -
COM 150S Interpersonal Communication -3
NUR 240 Current Issues in Professional Practice2 -
NUR 250 Mental Health Nursing Needs2 -
NUR 260 Advanced Obstetrics and Pediatrics -3
NUR 265 Advanced Adult Physiological Needs -3
NUR 275 Management, Ethics and Internship -2
SCN 220 Human Physiology4 -
SOC 295 Special Topics: Sociology of Health and Illness -2
Total 13 16

Total credits required to complete the Associate of Science and Certificate is 73 (40 general education credits and 33 nursing specific credits).

Radiologic Technology-A.A.S. Degree

A Radiologic Technologist (Radiographer) used critical thinking and independent judgment to obtain a diagnostic imaging study while maintaining quality patient care and minimizing radiation exposure. Technologists are employed in acute care settings, ambulatory care settings, physicians' offices, in education, and in management or sales positions. With additional education and training, radiographers may be employed in radiation therapy, computed tomography, mammography, magnetic resonance imaging, diagnostic medical sonography, nuclear medicine, special vascular imaging and cardiac catheterization.

The two-year (five semesters) Associate of Applied Science degree consists of one semester of health professions core curriculum and four semesters of both classroom and clinical education. Admission to the core curriculum is open to all students who are accepted into The University of Montana-Missoula College of Technology. Students must pass SCN 119N with a B or above and a cumulative GPA of core classes of 2.75 or better to be eligible to apply to the Radiologic Technology program. Once accepted in the program, all students are expected to complete the RAD classes with a B or higher to continue in the program.

The four semesters of the program will include a combination of classroom and clinical work to allow students to integrate knowledge and skills. A ten-week summer clinical rotation is required between the first and second years. Students will be expected to participate in the clinical setting during wintersession between autumn and spring semester the second year.

The Radiologic Technology program is approved by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and accredited by the Northwest Association of Schools and Colleges. When all requirements for the associate degree are completed, the student will be eligible to take the national certification examination administered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. Upon successful completion of this examination, the student becomes a Registered Radiologic Technologist , R.T.(R)ARRT. Conviction of a crime (misdemeanor or felony) could leave an individual ineligible for participation in the certifying test. Contact the AART, http://www.aart.org, if this is a potential problem.

Students entering the program are required to rotate to clinical sites outside the Missoula area on a periodic basis. These rotations will take place during any term or session of the second year. These sites may include, but are not limited to, Ronan, Hamilton, and Polson, Montana.

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First Year A S
CRT 101 Introduction to Computers2
MAT 100 Intermediate Algebra3 -
RAD 110T Introduction to Radiology and Patient Care -3
RAD 111T Radiological Procedures I -3
RAD 121T Radiographic Imaging I -4
RAD 141T Radiographic Protection -2
RAD 151T Radiographic Clinical Education I -4
SCN 119N Anatomy and Physiology7 -
SCN 175T Introduction to Physical Science4 -
Total 16 16
Summer Session
RAD 161T Radiographic Clinical Education II10
Total 10
Second Year A S
COM 115 Technical Writing3 -
COM 160A Oral Communications -3
RAD 122T Radiographic Imaging II3 -
RAD 211T Radiological Procedures II3 -
RAD 245T Radiographic Analysis -
RAD 251T Radiographic Clinical Education III6 -
RAD 261T Radiographic Clinical Education IV -6
PSY 110S Organizational Psychology -3
Total15 14
Wintersession
SCN 195T Science Learning1
Total1

Respiratory Care-A.A.S. Degree

Respiratory Care is an allied health speciality. It is an important part of modern medicine and health care. Respiratory Care encompasses the care of patients with respiratory problems in the hospital, clinic, and home.

Respiratory therapists, as members of a team of health care professionals, work to evaluate, treat, and manage patients of all ages with respiratory illnesses and other cardiopulmonary disorders in a wide variety of clinical settings. Respiratory therapists must behave in a manner consistent with the standards and ethics of all health care professionals. In addition to performing respiratory care procedures, respiratory therapists are involved in clinical decision-making (such as patient evaluation, treatment selection, and assessment of treatment efficiency) and patient education. The scope of practice for respiratory therapy includes but is not limited to:

-acquiring and evaluating clinical data;

-assessing the cardiopulmonary status of patients;

-performing and assisting in the performance of prescribed diagnostic studies, such as drawing blood samples, performing blood gas analysis, pulmonary function testing, and applying adequate recording electrodes using polysomnographic techniques;

-utilizing data to assess the appropriateness of prescribed respiratory care;

-establishing therapeutic goals for patients with cardiopulmonary disease;

-participating in the development and modification of respiratory care plans;

-case management of patients with cardiopulmonary and related diseases;

-initiating ordered respiratory care, evaluating and monitoring patients responses to such care, modifying the prescribed respiratory therapy and cardiopulmonary procedures, and life support endeavors to achieve desired therapeutic objectives;

-initiating and conducting prescribed pulmonary rehabilitation;

-providing patient, family, and community education;

-promoting cardiopulmonary wellness, disease prevention, and disease management;

-participating in life support activities as required; and

-promoting evidence-based medicine, research, and clinical practice guidelines.

Starting salaries are excellent with premiums paid for evening, night, and weekend shifts. Jobs are plentiful throughout the United States. Graduates are eligible to take the credentialing examinations administered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) which lead to the Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential. Licensure requirements in the state of Montana also are met by successful completion of the NBRC Entry Level (CRT) examination.

The program is 4 semesters in length which includes the Health Care Core and a summer session. Approximate cost for in-state residents is $11,400 and for out-of-state residents, $22,000.

The Respiratory Care program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of the Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP), 35 East Wacker Drive, Suite 1970, Chicago, IL 60601, (312) 553-9355. Graduates receive the degree of Associate of Applied Science in Respiratory Care.

Students entering the program are required to rotate to clinical sites outside the Missoula area on a periodic basis. These rotations take place during the spring semester, summer session and autumn semester of the second year. These sites may include, but are not limited to: Kalispell, Ronan, Polson, Butte, Billings, Bozeman, Hamilton, Lewiston, Idaho and Spokane, Washington.

Autumn Entry:
Core Courses
COM 115 Technical Writing or COM 101 English Composition3
MAT 100 Intermediate Algebra or MAT 117 Probability and Linear Math3
PSY 100S Introduction to Psychology 4
SCN 119N Anatomy and Physiology7
CRT 101 or equivalent(2)
Autumn Entry-First Year A S
RES 120T Ethics and Health Care Communication2 -
RES 129T Patient Care and Assessment4 -
RES 131T Respiratory Care Fundamentals6 -
RES 133T Respiratory Care Pharmacology3 -
RES 150T Respiratory Care Laboratory I1 -
RES 231T Respiratory Critical Care - 4
RES 232T Respiratory Pathology and Disease - 3
RES 235T Cardiopulmonary Anatomy and Physiology - 3
RES 250T Respiratory Care Laboratory II - 2
RES 255T Clinical Experience I - 5
Total1617
Summer Session
RES 260T Respiratory Care Laboratory III1
RES 265T Clinical Experience II 6  
Total7
Second Year-Autumn Only A
RES 241T Perinatal and Pediatric Respiratory Care3 -
RES 242T Respiratory Management1 -
RES 252T Respiratory Care Review2 -
RES 270T Respiratory Care Laboratory IV>2 -
RES 275T Clinical Experience III 7 -
Total15 -

Surgical Technology-A.A.S. Degree

Students in this program are educated to be surgical technologists who work closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and registered nurses in delivering patient care preoperatively, intra-operatively, and postoperatively. They function as a scrub technologist, the sterile member of the surgical team who passes instruments, sutures, and sponges during surgery. They follow strict adherence to aseptic techniques, as well as the care, cleaning, and maintenance of surgical supplies. In addition, surgical technologists function in assisting the R.N. circulator by assisting the anesthesiologist and anticipating additional needs of the surgical team. Students are required to rotate clinical sites. Some internships are outside the Missoula area. Transportation and housing are the student's responsibility.

Students who successfully complete the program are awarded an A.A.S. degree in Surgical Technology and are encouraged to take the national examination to become certified. The program is accredited by the Committee on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP). Students enter in the autumn semester.

Students who enter the program are required to rotate clinical sites.

First Year A S
BIOL 106N Elementary Medical Biology - 3
COM 115 Technical Writing - 3
CRT 101 Introduction to Computers2 -
MAT 100 Intermediate Algebra
PSYC 100S Introduction to Psychology - 4
SCN 119N Anatomy and Physiology7 -
SEC 154T Beginning Medical Terminology2 -
SUR 101T Introduction to Safe Patient Care - 3
SUR 102T Surgical Procedures Lab I 3 -
SUR 154T Surgical Pharmacology - 2
Total1418
Second Year A S
SUR 200T Operating Room Techniques 3 -
SUR 201T Surgical Procedures I4 -
SUR 202T Surgical Procedures Lab II2 -
SUR 203T Surgical Lab Practicum I4 -
SUR 204E Ethical Dimensions in Health Professions3 -
SUR 205T Surgical Procedures II - 5
SUR 206T Surgical Lab Practicum II - 5
SUR 290T Surgical Internship - 5
Total1615

Courses

U = for undergraduate credit only. R after the credit indicates the course may be repeated for credit to the maximum indicated after the R. Credits beyond this maximum do not count toward a degree.

Nursing (NUR)

U 101 Introduction to Nursing 3 cr. Offered autumn and spring. Prereq., SCN 119N, MAT 117, COM 101, SCN 150N, and acceptance into the practical nursing program. Introduces the student to basic principles and psychomotor skills to provide a framework for developing initial competencies in patient care. Campus lab experience is used initially. Off campus clinical experience in a long term care setting completes the hands on portion. Successful students are qualified to apply for certification as certified nurse assistants.

U 151 Drug Administration and Calculations 3 cr. Offered autumn and spring. Prereq., COM 101, MAT 117, SCN 119N, SCN 150N, and acceptance into the practical nursing program. Apothecary, metric, and household conversion factors and their application in solving dosage problems. On campus lab experience in administering medications by all routes.

U 154 Pharmacology I 4 cr. Offered autumn and spring. Prereq., MAT 117, NUR 101, SCN 119N, SCN 250N and acceptance into the practical nursing program. Fundamental principles of pharmacology as a possible means to meet human needs. Identification of broad medication categories using the prototype approach. Pharmacologic actions, uses, nursing implications, and client teaching for medications are addressed within the context of the nursing process.

U 155 Adult Physiological Needs I 4 cr. Offered spring and summer. Prereq., SCN 119N, SCN 150N, and acceptance into the practical nursing program. Coreq., NUR 151, 154.. Application of nursing theories and skills to meet the basic human needs of adult clients experiencing common, recurring actual or potential health deviations. All classroom and clinical lab components must be satisfactorily completed to pass this course. Supervised clinical laboratory includes the care of the adult client in the acute setting with emphasis placed on the use of nursing assessments, the nursing process, and communication skills to enable the student to assist in identifying needs, planning, providing, and collaboratively evaluating care.

U 160 Childbearing Family Needs 3 cr. Offered spring and summer. Prereq., all second semester nursing classes and acceptance into the practical nursing program. Meeting basic human needs of the childbearing family unit and children from one month of age to adolescence. The continued application of growth and development and communication theories within the framework of the nursing process. A supervised clinical laboratory experience is provided to help the student identify and meet the needs of the childbearing family or child in acute care and outpatient settings. Classroom and clinical lab components must be satisfactorily completed in order to pass this course.

U 196T Independent Study 1-6 cr. (R-6) Offered intermittently.

U 240 Current Issues in Professional Practice 2 cr. Offered spring. Prereq., admission to the registered nursing program. Focus on the role transition from LPN to RN in relation to the concepts and principles of holistic nursing care. Focus is on the continuing development of roles and responsibilities of the RN as defined by the scope of practice standards, nursing theory and conceptual models.

U 250 Mental Health Nursing Needs 2 cr. Offered spring. Prereq., admission to the registered nursing program and current unencumbered LPN license. Principles and practices related to the holistic nursing care of individuals and families across the lifespan. Focus on the continued development of the nursing process to address psychosocial needs. Concepts include the helping relationship, specific mental health illnesses, crisis intervention, and specific nursing therapies related to treatment.

U 254 Pharmacology II 2 cr. Offered spring and summer. Prereq., NUR 154. Continuation of NUR 154. Continues the study of medication prototype groups to meet human needs. The nursing process as a framework for understanding actions, use, nursing implications, and client teaching continues as a major conceptual theme.

U 255 Adult Physiological Needs II 4 cr. Offered spring and summer. Prereq. all courses in the second semester of the practical nursing program. Coreq., NUR 160, NUR 254. Continued application of nursing theories, principles, and skills to meet human needs of adult clients experiencing more complex, recurring actual or potential physiological, mental or emotional health deviations. The nursing process provides the framework to synthesize aspects of communication, ethical/legal issues, cultural diversity, and optimal wellness. Supervised clinical laboratory includes care of the adult client in the acute care setting. Assessment, problem solving and critical thinking skills enable the student to plan, provide, and evaluate care. The clinical lab and classroom portions must be satisfactorily completed to pass this course.

U 260 Advanced Obstetrics and Pediatrics 3 cr. Offered autumn. Prereq., NUR 240, admission to the registered nursing program, and current unencumbered LPN license. Presentation of concepts and principles related to the registered nurse providing nursing care for childbearing families and children who are experiencing complex alterations in the functional dimension of health. Focus on the use of the nursing process in assessment and application of advanced concepts in the care of the child-bearing family, or a child with more complex health care problems form birth through adolescence. Exploration of special needs and complications during the perinatal experience, and altered functioning, special needs and disease processes manifested in children.

U 265 Advanced Adult Physiological Needs 3 cr. Offered autumn. Prereq., NUR 240, admission to the registered nursing program, current unencumbered LPN license. Focuses on the role of the registered professional nurse as care provider, teacher, manager, and advocate in meeting the more complex medical and surgical needs of adults across the lifespan. Utilizing the nursing process students will advance their learning in advanced physical assessment including comprehensive history, physical and psychological assessment of signs and symptoms, pathologic changes and psychosocial variations of the patient. Differential nursing diagnosis and treatment of more complex pathological conditions of the adult will also be explored.

U 266 Clinical Capstone Experience 2 cr. Offered summer. Prereq., all third semester courses and consent of instr. Capstone course that allows the student to work collaboratively with an identified LPN preceptor, performing the role expectations for care in that workplace setting.

U 269 Nursing Trends and Issues 3 cr. Offered summer. Prereq., PSYC 100S, all second semester nursing courses and concurrent enrollment in NUR 255 and 160 or consent of instr. Transition from the student role to that of the graduate nurse. Communication skills in the workplace, ethical/legal issues and professional responsibilities are included. Leadership and management roles are examined. Skills necessary to obtain and retain employment are stressed. A practice examination to assess readiness for the NCLEX licensure exam is administered.

U 275 Management, Ethics and Internship 2 cr. Offered autumn. Prereq. or coreq., completion of NUR 260 and NUR 265. Focuses on the principles of professional nursing management, leadership and ethics. Students develop knowledge and skills in decision making as well as in the management areas of planning, organizing, staffing, directing and controlling. Emphasis is on the use of leadership knowledge and skills in affecting change. Integration of knowledge of ethical factors as they relate to health and illness.

U 295T Special Topics 1-6 cr. (R-6) Offered intermittently. Experimental offerings of visiting professors, experimental offerings of new courses, or one-time offerings of current topics.

Pharmacy Technology (PHA)

U 100T Introduction to Pharmacy Practice 3 cr. Offered autumn. Introduction to pharmacy practice as a career. Includes history and personnel relating to pharmaceutical services and ethical standards of the occupation. Introduction to federal and state laws regulating pharmacy practice with emphasis on Montana State Pharmacy Law regulating pharmacy technicians. Preparation, maintenance, and storage of pharmacy records. Basic concepts of computer operations with emphasis on software designed for use in pharmacy. Development of skills necessary for the pharmacy technician to communicate effectively in the following ways: 1) as a representative of the profession of pharmacy, 2) as an intermediary between the pharmacist and patient, and 3) as an intermediary between the pharmacist and other health care professionals.

U 101T Pharmacy Calculations 3 cr. Offered autumn. Calculations used in pharmacy practice; includes various systems of weights and measures, dosage determinations, percentage preparations, reducing and enlarging formulas, dilution, and concentration.

U 102T Pharmacology 6 cr. Offered spring. Prereq., PHA 100T, PHA 101T. Study of the properties, reactions, and therapeutic value of the primary agents in the major drug classes.

U 103T Hospital and Community Practice 6 cr. Offered spring. Prereq., PHA 100T, PHA 101T. Practices in hospital and community pharmacy settings. In addition to lectures, students receive hands-on experience in dispensing prescriptions, computer order entry, labeling, patient profiles, non-sterile compounding, and sterile IV admixture preparation. Guest speakers and video presentations supplement lectures and skills practice. Good communication skills are emphasized.

U 105T Pharmacy Technology Internship 5 cr. Offered summer. Prereq., PHA 102T, PHA 103T. Training and experience in a variety of hospital and community pharmacy settings under supervision of a pharmacist. Emphasizes practical experience in outpatient dispensing, inpatient dispensing, unit-dose systems, IV admixture systems, bulk and sterile compounding, purchasing and inventory control, and effective communications.

U 154T Basic Pharmacology I 2 cr. Offered autumn. Fundamental principles of pharmacology and the implications of medication use. Includes the law as it pertains to drug use, dosage forms, routes of administration, as well as the pharmacologic actions and uses of drugs.

U 164T Basic Pharmacology II 2 cr. Offered spring. Prereq., PHA 154T. Continuation of PHA 154T.

U 195T Special Topics 1-6 cr. Experimental offerings of visiting professors, experimental offerings of new courses, or one-time offerings of current topics.

U 196T Independent Study 1-6 cr. (R-6) Offered intermittently.

Radiologic Technology (RAD)

U 110T Introduction to Radiology and Patient Care 3 cr. Offered spring. Introduction to the field of radiology and its mix of technical equipment, lab work, hospital environment, patient care and team work.

U 111T Radiographic Procedures I 3 cr. Offered spring. Preparation in the procedures associated with radiology in standard radiographic environments.

U 121T Radiographic Imaging I 4 cr. Offered spring. Introduction to fundamental physics principles underlying radiology and diagnostic ex-ray production. Topics include electromagnetic waves, electricity and magnetism, electrical energy, and power and circuits as they relate to radiography. Factors of image quality and exposure methods: density, contrast, recorded detail, distortion, technique charts, manual and automatic exposure control, and tube rating charts.

U 122T Radiographic Imaging II 3 cr. Offered summer. Use of image receptor systems and processing principles used in radiology.

U 131T Radiographic Physics 3 cr. Offered autumn. Introduction to fundamental physics principles underlying radiology and diagnostic x-ray production. Topics include electromagnetic waves, electricity and magnetism, electrical energy, and power and circuits as they relate to radiography.

U 151T Radiographic Clinical Education I 4 cr. Offered spring. Introduction to patient management and basic radiographic procedures in the clinical setting. Emphasis on mastering positioning of the chest and extremities, manipulating equipment, and applying principle of ALARA.

U 161T Radiographic Clinical Education II 10 cr. Offered summer. Additional experience in patient management and more complex patient procedures. Emphasis on positioning of the spine, pelvis, head and neck, and thorax and adapting procedures to meet patient variations.

U 195T Special Topics Variable cr. (R-9) Offered intermittently. Experimental offerings of visiting professors, experimental offerings of new courses, or one-time offerings of current topics.

U 196T Independent Study 1-6 cr. (R-6) Offered intermittently.

U 211T Radiographic Procedures II 3 cr. Offered autumn. Knowledge and skills necessary to perform standard and specialty radiographic procedures. Emphasis on radiographic specialty procedures, pathology, and advanced imaging.

U 241T Radiographic Protection 2 cr. Offered autumn. Principles of radiation protection and radio biology. Topics include the effects of ionizing radiation on body tissues, protective measures for limiting exposure to the patient and personnel, and radiation monitoring devices.

U 245T Radiographic Analysis 2 cr. Offered spring. An overview of imaging concepts as a review for the national boards. Topics include a systematic approach for image evaluation, patient care, radiation protection and the physics of radiographic imaging.

U 251T Radiographic Clinical Education III 6 cr. Offered autumn. Experience in patient management specific to fluoroscopic and advanced radiographic procedures. Emphasis on applying appropriate technical factors to all studies and positioning of gastrointestinal and urological studies.

U 261T Radiographic Clinical Education IV 6 cr. Offered spring. Continuation of instruction in all basic radiographic procedures and experience in advanced areas. Emphasis on equipment operation, pathological recognition, pediatric and geriatric variations, and radiation protection requirements.

Respiratory Care (RES)

U 120T Perspectives in Health Care Communications 2 cr. Offered spring. Introduction to oral and written health communications as well as a brief overview of ethical and legal implications of respiratory care practice.

U 129T Patient Care and Assessment 4 cr. Offered autumn. Prereq., SCN 119N. Introduction to nurse ingrelated knowledge and skills with emphasis on application of microbiology to aseptic technique. Assessment of the respiratory system with cardiopulmonary diagnostic and laboratory tests interpretation.. Medical terminology integrated throughout the course. Peer and instructor review of selected clinical competencies in a laboratory setting.

U 131T Respiratory Care Fundamentals 6 cr. Offered autumn. Prereq., acceptance into the Respiratory Care program. Orientation to basic respiratory care science including the application of principles of physics. Emphasis on theory, operation and troubleshooting of equipment used at the entry level of practice. Microbiology in relation to equipment processing, pulmonary rehabilitation and home care included.

U 133T Respiratory Care Pharmacology 3 cr. Offered autumn. Prereq., acceptance into the Respiratory Care Program or consent of instr. Principles of basic chemistry introduced with an application to pharmacology as related to the pulmonary system. Cardiovascular and related pharmacology studied in preparation for ACLS and ventilator management.

U 150T Respiratory Care Laboratory I 1 cr. Offered autumn. Prereq., acceptance into the Respiratory Care program. Basic clinical competencies taught in RES 131T are studied in a laboratory setting. Peer and instructor review included. Students earn their BLS certification.

U 231T Respiratory Critical Care 4 cr. Offered spring. Prereq., RES 120T, 129T, 131T, 133T, 150T. Continuation of RES 131T. Physiology, indication, contraindications, and application of mechanical ventilation. Emphasis on patient assessment, monitoring,, stabilization and weaning during assisted pressure breathing. Analysis of the various modes of ventilation, including optimizing the patient-ventilator interface in the adult through various advanced airway techniques. Rhythm strip interpretation in preparation for ACLS..

U 232T Respiratory Pathology and Disease 3 cr. Offered spring. Prereq., RES 120T, 129T, 131T, 133T, 150T. Special lectures in medicine and disease as related to the cardiopulmonary system. Emphasis on recognition of signs and symptoms of disease and implications for treatment through the study of selected case studies. Neonatal and pediatric diseases included.

U 235T Cardiopulmonary Anatomy and Physiology 3 cr. Offered spring. Prereq., RES 120T, 129T, 131T, 133T, 150T or consent of instr. Principles of physiologic chemistry are introduced and applied to the macro and micro anatomy of the cardiopulmonary system with a focus on structure and function. Application made to pathology and assessment of patients receiving mechanical ventilation.

U 241T Perinatal and Pediatric Respiratory Care 3 cr. Offered autumn. Prereq., RES 260T, 265T. Study of perinatal and pediatric respiratory care with emphasis on assessment, resuscitation and mechanical ventilation of the neonate and pediatric patient. The theory of NRP and PALS will be presented. Students participate in a neonatal assessment seminar.

U 242T Respiratory Management 1 cr. Offered autumn. Prereq., RES 260T, 265T. Study of respiratory care departmental organization and administration procedures.

U 250T Respiratory Care Laboratory II 2 cr. Offered spring. Prereq., RES 120T, 129T, 131T, 133T, 150T. A continuation of RES 150T with emphasis on adult critical care. Clinical competencies taught in RES 231T and RES 235T are studied. Peer and instructor review included.

U 252T Respiratory Care Review 2 cr. Offered autumn. Prereq., RES 260T, 265T. A review of respiratory care in preparation for credentialing exams. Students must take an Entry Level Self-Assessment Exam, a Written Registry Self-Assessment Exam, and a Clinical Simulation Self-Assessment Exam.

U 255T Clinical Experience I 5 cr. Offered summer. Prereq., RES 120T, 129T, 131T, 133T, 150T. Emphasis on the student directly performing basic clinical skills in a patient care setting to include hospitals, home care, pulmonary function and sleep laboratories. Students also participate in physician rounds.

U 260T Respiratory Care Laboratory III 1 cr. Offered summer. Prereq., RES 231T, 232T, 235T, 250T, 255T. Peer and instructor review included. Successful students will be ACLS certified at the end of this course.

U 265T Clinical Experience II 6 cr. Offered summer. Prereq., RES 232T, 232T, 235T, 250T, 255T. Continuation of clinical skills learned in RES 255T. Introduction to adult critical areas, rural hospitals and cardiac diagnostics. Students also participate in physician rounds.

U 270T Respiratory Care Laboratory IV 2 cr. Offered spring. Prereq., RES 260T, 265T. A continuation of RES 260T. Students will be ACLS and PALS-certified at the completion of the class.

U 275T Clinical Experience III 7 cr. Offered autumn. Prereq., RES 260T, 265T, 270T. Continuation of RES 265T with critical care of the adult. Neonatal and pediatric critical care experiences also emphasized along with teaching skills in selected areas. Students also participate in physician rounds.

U 295T Special Topics 1-6 cr. (R-6) Offered intermittently. Experimental offerings of visiting professors, experimental offerings of new courses, or one-time offerings of current topics.

Surgical Technology (SUR)

U 101T Introduction to Safe Patient Care 3 cr. Offered spring. Prereq., completion of all first semester courses; coreq., SUR 102T. Provides an orientation to the responsibilities and competencies of the surgical technologist in the central processing role in surgical departments.

U 102T Surgical Procedures Lab I 2 cr. Offered spring. Prereq., completion of all first semester courses; coreq., SUR 101T. Orientation to the physical organization of the central processing department with emphasis on documentation, sterilization, and preparation of instruments/supplies.

U 154T Surgical Pharmacology 3 cr. Offered spring. Prereq., MAT 005. Basic overview of the medications that are commonly used before, during and after a surgical procedure.

U 195T Special Topics Variable cr. (R-9) Offered intermittently. Experimental offerings of visiting professors, experimental offerings of new courses, or one-time offerings of current topics.

U 200T Operating Room Techniques 3 cr. Offered autumn. Prereq., completion of all first and second semester courses; coreq., SUR 202T. Responsibilities and competencies of the surgical technologist in the perioperative scrub and circulator roles.

U 201T Surgical Procedures I 4 cr. Offered autumn. Prereq., completion of all first and second semester courses; coreq., SUR 203T. A study of surgical procedures following the patient through the preoperative, intraoperative, and post-operative stages of specific surgical specialties.

U 202T Surgical Procedures Lab II 2 cr. Offered autumn. Prereq., completion of all first and second semester courses; coreq., SUR 200T. Orientation to the physical organization of the surgical suite, demonstration and return demonstration of perioperative competencies in the campus lab.

U 203T Surgical Lab Practicum I 4 cr. Offered autumn. Prereq., all first and second semester courses; coreq., SUR 200, SUR 201T, SUR 202T. Perioperative experience in the minor surgical procedure role through a supervised clinical hospital rotation.

U 204E Ethical Dimensions in Health Professions 3 cr. Offered autumn. Ethical decision-making tools for addressing common ethical issues in the health professions.

U 205T Surgical Procedures II 5 cr. Offered spring. Prereq., all first, second, and third semester courses. A study of surgical procedures following the patient through the preoperative, intraoperative, and post-operative stages of C-V/thoracic, orthopedic, neurological, and ophthalmic specialties.

U 206T Surgical Lab Practicum II 5 cr. Offered spring. Prereq., all first, second and third semester courses; coreq., SUR 205T. Perioperative experience in the major surgical procedure role through a supervised clinical hospital rotation.

U 290T Surgical Internship 5 cr. Offered spring. Prereq., all first, second, and third semester courses, SUR 205T, SUR 206T. Capstone experience in the perioperative role in preparation for initial employment, increasing occupational awareness and professionalism. Students take call for emergency surgeries alongside experienced hospital staff.