CNI Vocational College, California's leading vocational
nursing school offers a 52 week lvn educational
program to prepare you for the state licensing nursing exam.
Our faculty and professional staff are dedicated to making
your learning experience rewarding and helping you achieve your
career goal of entering the exciting world of vocational nursing.
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description:
| Course
Title |
Course
Number |
Theory
Hours |
Lab
Hours |
Clinical
Hours |
Total
Hours |
Credit
Units |
| TERM ONE (13
weeks) |
| Week
1-6 |
VN
100 |
100 |
80 |
0 |
180 |
14.0 |
| Week
7-13 |
VN
105 |
68 |
28 |
96 |
192 |
10.5 |
| Totals |
|
168 |
108 |
96 |
372 |
24.5 |
| TERM
TWO ( 13 weeks) |
Life
Cycles
Integumentary |
200A |
29 |
0 |
32 |
61 |
3.5 |
| Musculoskeletal |
200B |
29 |
0 |
32 |
61 |
3.5 |
| Respiratory |
200C |
43 |
8 |
48 |
99 |
5.5 |
| Cardiovascular |
200D |
43 |
0 |
48 |
91 |
5.5 |
| Gastrointestinal |
200E |
29 |
0 |
32 |
60 |
3.5 |
| Totals |
|
172 |
8 |
192 |
372 |
21.5 |
| TERM THREE
(13 weeks) |
| Endocrine |
300A |
46 |
8 |
112 |
166 |
8.0 |
| Reproduction |
300B |
19 |
0 |
48 |
67 |
3.0 |
| Renal/Urinary |
300C |
27 |
0 |
72 |
99 |
4.5 |
| Immunology |
300D |
9 |
0 |
8 |
17 |
.5 |
| Oncology |
300E |
9 |
0 |
16 |
25 |
1.0 |
| Leadership
Supervision |
300F |
10 |
0 |
24 |
34 |
1.5 |
| TOTALS |
|
120 |
8 |
280 |
408 |
18.5 |
| TERM FOUR
(13 Weeks) |
| Obstetrics |
400A |
19 |
0 |
48 |
67 |
3.0 |
| Pediatrics |
400B |
19 |
0 |
48 |
67 |
3.0 |
| Neuro/Sensory |
400C |
45 |
0 |
120 |
165 |
8.5 |
| Nursing
Specialties Rehab |
400D |
18 |
0 |
24 |
42 |
2.0 |
| Senior
Practicum |
400E |
19 |
0 |
48 |
67 |
3.0 |
| |
|
|
|
|
|
|
| TOTALS |
|
120 |
0 |
288 |
408 |
19.5 |
| TOTAL
PROGRAM TOTALS |
|
580 |
124 |
856 |
1260 |
84 |
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
VN 100 - Introduction to Client
Centered care I-A
Term I-A is designed to proved the student with an orientation
to the institute and an introduction to the role of the student
nurse in the lvn profession. It includes a discussion of all
the policies and procedures applicable to the program. As a
fundamental course Term I-A is intended to initiate an understanding
of basic nursing skills and concepts required to assist a client
in meeting their health care needs. Concepts and skills included
are growth and development, effective communication, interpersonal
skills, physical assessment, documentation, safety, emergency
procedures, infection control, and death and dying. Medical
terminology, Orem's self-care theory and the nursing process
are also introduced. An active skills lab component is integrated
within the term. Term I-A provides the framework for development
of the initial skills required for all subsequent specialty
areas of clinical nursing.
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VN 105 - Introduction to Client
Centered Care I-B
Term I-B continues the fundamental concepts upon which subsequent
courses in the program build. Beginning concepts of the nursing
care of the surgical client (pre and post operative), anatomy
and physiology, nutrition and pharmacology are started. Applications
of pharmacology including principles of medication actions and
interactions both therapeutic and adverse and the basis for
the study of individual medication are incorporated. Calculation
of medication dosages, preparation, administration and storage
is also emphasized. An active skills lab component is integrated
within the term.
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VN 200A - Life Cycles/Integumentary
System
Life cycles of the middle adult will introduce the student to
the developmental tasks associated with the adult ages 35-65.
Physical, social, and emotional characteristics will be identified.
The integumentary system will introduce the student to the anatomy
and physiology of the integumentary system. The student will
also be introduced to the etiology of common integumentary disorders/diseases,
and the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease. Related
pharmacological agents and nutritional needs are discussed.
Assessment, emergency treatment and the complications of major
burns are also identified. The unit emphasizes the nursing interventions
and the psychosocial aspects for the care of the client with
an integumentary disorder. Selected clinical experiences will
allow the student to practice appropriate nursing skills.
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VN 200B - Musculoskeletal System
The musculoskeletal system introduces the student to the anatomy
and physiology of the muscles, bones and related structures.
The student will also be introduced to the etiology of common
musculoskeletal disorders/diseases, and the diagnosis, treatment
and prevention of disease. Related pharmacological agents, nutritional
needs and changes with aging are discussed. The unit emphasizes
the nursing interventions and the psychosocial aspects for the
care of the client with a musculoskeletal disorder. Selected
clinical experiences will allow the student to practice appropriate
nursing skills.
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VN 200C - Respiratory System
The respiratory system introduces the student to the anatomy
and physiology of the upper and lower respiratory system. The
student will also be introduced to the etiology of common respiratory
disorders/diseases, and the diagnosis, treatment and prevention
of disease. Related pharmacological agents, oxygen precautions/interventions
and nutritional needs are discussed. The unit emphasizes the
nursing interventions and the psychosocial aspects for the care
of the client with a respiratory disorder. Selected clinical
experiences will allow the student to practice appropriate nursing
skills.
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VN 200D - Cardiovascular System
The cardiovascular system introduces the student to the anatomy
and physiology of the heart and gives a detailed description
of the blood and how it circulates through the body. The differences
between veins and arteries, blood and lymph, angina and MI are
delineated. The student will also be introduced to the etiology
of common cardiovascular disorders/diseases, and the diagnosis,
treatment and prevention of disease. Related pharmacological
agents and nutritional needs are discussed. The unit emphasizes
the nursing interventions and the psychosocial aspects for the
care of the client with a cardiovascular disorder. Selected
clinical experiences will allow the student to practice appropriate
nursing skills.
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VN 200E - Gastrointestinal System
The gastrointestinal system introduces the student to the anatomy
and physiology of the gastrointestinal system, accessory organs
and a description of the process of digestion. The student will
also be introduced to the etiology of common gastrointestinal
disorders/diseases, and the diagnosis, treatment and prevention
of disease. Related pharmacological agents and nutritional needs
are discussed. The unit emphasizes the nursing interventions
and the psychosocial aspects for the care of the client with
a gastrointestinal disorder. Selected clinical experiences will
allow the student to practice appropriate lvn skills.
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VN 300A - Endocrine System
The endocrine system introduces the student to the anatomy and
physiology of the endocrine system including how hormones work
on a negative feedback system and are specific to target cells/organs.
The student will also be introduced to the etiology of common
endocrine disorders/diseases, and the diagnosis, treatment and
prevention of disease. Related pharmacological agents and nutritional
needs are discussed. The unit emphasizes the lvn interventions
and the psychosocial aspects for the care of the client with
an endocrine disorder. Additional emphasis is placed on the
care of the diabetic client, administration of insulin and signs
of diabetic complications. Selected clinical experiences will
allow the student to practice appropriate nursing skills.
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VN 300B - Reproductive System
The reproductive system introduces the student to the anatomy
and physiology of the male and female reproductive systems.
The student will also be introduced to the etiology of common
reproductive disorders/diseases, and the diagnosis, treatment
and prevention of disease. Related pharmacological agents and
nutritional needs are discussed. Also discussed are hormonal
changes, changes with aging, and birth control methods. The
unit emphasizes the nursing interventions and the psychosocial
aspects for the care of the client with a reproductive disorder.
Selected clinical experiences will allow the student to practice
appropriate nursing skills.
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VN 300C - Urinary System
The urinary system introduces the student to the anatomy and
physiology of the urinary system including, the process of urine
formation, fluid and electrolyte control, acid-base balance,
excretion of waste products, blood pressure regulation, red
blood cell production and regulation of calcium-phosphate metabolism.
The student will also be introduced to the etiology of common
urinary disorders/diseases, and the diagnosis, treatment and
prevention of disease. Related pharmacological agents, nutritional
needs and changes with aging are discussed. The unit emphasizes
the nursing interventions and the psychosocial aspects for the
care of the client with a urinary disorder. Additional emphasis
is placed on the care of a renal failure client and the client
receiving dialysis. Selected clinical experiences will allow
the student to practice appropriate nursing skills.
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VN 300D - Immunology
The immunology unit introduces the student to the main functions
of immune system: to protect the body against invading organisms,
to maintain homeostasis by removing damaged cells from the system
and the serve as a surveillance network for recognizing and
guarding against the development and growth of abnormal cells.
The student will be introduced to the types of immunity and
the mechanisms of the immune response. The etiology of common
immune disorders/diseases, and the diagnosis, treatment and
prevention of disease are also introduced. Related pharmacological
agents, nutritional needs and changes with aging are discussed.
The unit emphasizes the nursing interventions and the psychosocial
aspects for the care of the client with an immune disorder.
Selected clinical experiences will allow the student to practice
appropriate nursing skills.
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VN 300E - Oncology
The oncology unit introduces the student to the care of the
client with cancer. The student will be introduced to the etiology
of common cancers, the prevention and detection of cancer, the
pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer. Related
pharmacological agents and nutritional needs are discussed.
The unit emphasizes the nursing interventions and the psychosocial
aspects for the care of the client with cancer. Selected clinical
experiences will allow the student to practice appropriate nursing
skills.
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VN 300F - Leadership/Supervision
The leadership/supervision unit will introduce the student to
styles of leadership, approaches to nursing care, characteristics
to effective leadership, developing leadership skills, the role
of the LVN, assertive behavior, communication skills, mental
mechanisms, and goal achievement.
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VN 400A - Obstetrics
The obstetrics unit explains the physiology of conception and
describes the anatomical and physiology changes that take place
during pregnancy, labor and delivery, and the postpartum period.
Appropriate diagnostic and nutritional requirements are discussed.
The unit includes fetal development, complications of pregnancy,
newborn assessment and disorders of the newborn. Special emphasis
is placed on the effects of drugs and alcohol usage during pregnancy.
Nursing interventions and the psychosocial aspects regarding
the care of the client during pregnancy, labor and delivery,
and the postpartum period are discussed. Selected clinical experiences
will allow the student to practice appropriate nursing skills.
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VN 400B - Life Cycles/Pediatrics
The pediatric unit approaches the care of the client based on
growth and development theory. Principles of growth and development
from infancy to adolescence will be discussed. Unit content
will include signs and symptoms of child abuse, common childhood
diseases for each system, common pediatric procedures, related
pharmacology, immunizations, nutritional needs, accident prevention,
and nursing interventions. Special emphasis is placed on the
impact illness has on the child as well as the family. Selected
clinical experiences will allow the student to practice appropriate
nursing skills.
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VN 400C - Neurosensory
System
The neurosensory system introduces the student to the anatomy
and physiology of the neuron, the brain, the cranial nerves,
the eye and the ear. The student will also be introduced to
the etiology of common neurosensory disorders/diseases, and
the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease. Related
pharmacological agents and nutritional needs are discussed.
The unit emphasizes the nursing interventions and the psychosocial
aspects for the care of the client with a neurosensory disorder.
Special emphasis is placed on the neurologic assessment and
measurements. Selected clinical experiences will allow the student
to practice appropriate nursing skills.
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VN 400D - Nursing Specialties/Rehabilitation
This unit will describe factors that influence an individual's
response to change and stress. The effective use of defense
mechanisms is identified. The student is expected to utilize
effective therapeutic communication skills and assist the client
throughout the rehabilitation process. Basic factors effecting
mental health, mental health deficits, additive personalities,
alcoholism, and chemical abuse are described. Related pharmacological
agents and nutritional needs are discussed. Selected clinical
experiences will allow the student to practice appropriate nursing
skills.
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VN 400E - Senior Practicum
The senior practicum explores ethical and legal aspects, negligence,
malpractice, informed consent, the Nurse Practice Act and its
mandates. Home health, death and dying, hospice, disaster nursing
and the role of the health care team are included. Incorporated
is the role transition of the student nurse to vocational nurse.
Organizations relevant to the lvn are discussed. Selected clinical
experiences will allow the student to practice appropriate nursing
skills.
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