NS 530 Maternal Child Nursing

Prerequisites: Satisfactory completion of Semester 1 (summer) courses-NS 510, NS 511, NS 512, HP 509 (17 credits) & Semester II (fall) courses NS 520, NS 521 NS 522, HP 519 (17 credits) & enrolled in co-requisite courses. This course uses a family-centered framework to offer the knowledge and skills necessary for nursing care of childbearing women and children from infancy through adolescence in wellness and illness. Biobehavioral, developmental, and psychosocial factors influencing the health and well-being of women, children and families are examined in the context of community and acute care settings. Clinical practice with women, infants, children and families are required.

Credits

6