NURS 6918 - Advanced Diagnostics and Technologies
Summer 2026 Syllabus, Section A06, CRN 30899,
Credit hours: 3
Course Meeting Times
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Instructor
Cynthia Shields
Professional Qualifications:
DNP, Nursing, Case Western University
Post master’s Certificate, Acute Care NP, Kent State University
Masters, Clinical Nurse Specialist, Idaho State University
Bachelor’s, Nursing, Bowling Green State University
Professor, AGAC Program Coordinator
Email: cmshields@ysu.edu
Office: Cushwa 3313
Office Phone: 330-941-1345
Preferred Contact Method: email
Communication Expectations:
To ensure timely communication and support in this online course, the instructor will respond to student inquiries within 24–48 hours of receipt, regardless of the day of the week. This includes emails and blackboard course messages. If a question requires additional time for a detailed response, the instructor will acknowledge receipt and provide an estimated timeline for a full reply. Assignments will be graded and feedback provided within 72 hours of the assignment/discussion deadline unless otherwise noted. Students will be notified by the instructor if delays occur
How to Refer to me:
Dr. Shields
Vincent Mikula
Professional Qualifications:
Master’s, Nursing, Youngstown State University
Bachelor’s, Nursing, Ohio University
Lecturer, Graduate Nursing Program Director
Email: vmikula@ysu.edu
Office: Cushwa 3315
Office Phone: 330-941-2639
Preferred Contact Method: email
Communication Expectations:
To ensure timely communication and support in this online course, the instructor will respond to student inquiries within 24–48 hours of receipt, regardless of the day of the week. This includes emails and blackboard course messages. If a question requires additional time for a detailed response, the instructor will acknowledge receipt and provide an estimated timeline for a full reply. Assignments will be graded and feedback provided within 72 hours of the assignment/discussion deadline unless otherwise noted. Students will be notified by the instructor if delays occur
How to Refer to me:
Vince
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Course Description
Course Readings
| Group | Title | Author | ISBN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Required | Ferri’s Best Test | 1. Ferri, Fred F | |
| Required | Procedures for the primary care provider (FNP Students Only) | Edmunds, MW |
The course readings are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, research developments, current events, and/or to ensure better learning.
Assignments/Assessments
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Schedule of Topics and Assignments
| Week of | Reading(s) | Proposed Topic | Due/To Prepare for Class |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5/11 | Cardiac, Basic Dysrhythmias PPTs | Cardiac, Basic Dysrhythmias | Discussion 1 Case Study, Due Wednesday by Midnight Photo Upload, Due Sunday by Midnight Quiz 1, Due Sunday by Midnight |
| 5/18 | Cardiac Test & 12 Lead EKG PPTs | Cardiac Test & 12 Lead EKG | Discussion 2 Case Study, Due by Wednesday at Midnight Quiz 2, Due Sunday at Midnight |
| 5/25 | Pulmonary, PFT, Pleural Effusion PPTs | Pulmonary, PFT, Pleural Effusion | Discussion 3 Case Study, Due Wednesday at Midnight Quiz 3, Due Sunday at Midnight |
| 6/1 | Addisons testing, Paracentesis, Suturing PPTs | Addisons testing, Paracentesis, Suturing | Discussion 4 Case Study, Due Wednesday at Midnight Quiz 4, Due Sunday at Midnight |
| 6/8 | Bone Density Test Chest Xray, Intro to Radiology PPTs | Bone Density Test Chest Xray, Intro to Radiology | Discussion 5 Case Study, Due Wednesday at Midnight Quiz 5, Due Sunday at Midnight |
| 6/15 | AGACNP: ABGS, NIPPV, Bronchoscopy, V/Q scan, CT angio, Chest tube insertion & removal PPTs/Videos FNP: Derm procedures, Knee aspiration & Injection, Basic Splinting, Soft cast application, ABI PPTs/Videos |
AGACNP: ABGS, NIPPV, Bronchoscopy, V/Q scan, CT angio, Chest tube insertion & removal FNP: Derm procedures, Knee aspiration & Injection, Basic Splinting, Soft cast application, ABI |
AG: Advanced Pulmonary Discussion, Due Wednesday at Midnight FNP: Ankle Brachial Index Discussion, Due Wednesday at Midnight AG: Quiz 6, Due Sunday at Midnight FNP: Quiz 6, Due Sunday at Midnight |
| 6/22 | AGACNP: PET Scan & Brain imaging PPTs/Videos FNP: Eyes, Ears, Nose, Throat, Women’s Health PPTs/Videos |
AGACNP: PET Scan & Brain imaging FNP: Eyes, Ears, Nose, Throat, Women’s Health |
AG: Quiz 7, Due Saturday at Midnight FNP: Quiz 7, Due Saturday at Midnight |
The course schedule, policies, procedures, and assignments in this course are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, by mutual agreement, and/or to ensure better learning.