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Sep 08, 2024
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NRSG 142 - Nursing Care of Women and Children Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): NRSG 130 , NRSG 131 , NRSG 135 , NRSG 136 , NRSG 152 , and NRSG 153 . Corequisite(s): NRSG 143 . This course introduces the student to the knowledge needed to provide safe nursing care for the female patient and family with regards to reproductive issues, including perinatal. Also included is the child patient and family with regards to normal growth and development as well as common and chronic disease processes. Psychosocial aspects of care, legal and ethical issues, and cultural beliefs will be incorporated throughout. The emphasis is on patient and family-centered care utilizing evidence-based practice, and effective interpersonal communication skills while functioning within an interdisciplinary team environment. (Summer Semester)
Course Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of the course, students will be able to - Describe sound nursing judgement in the provision of safe nursing care to culturally diverse women during pregnancy and postpartum.
- Describe sound nursing judgement in the provision of safe nursing care to culturally diverse families including children from birth through adolescence, including the hospitalized child.
- Describe sound nursing judgement in the provision of safe nursing care to culturally diverse women throughout the lifespan.
- Discuss nutrition and dietary considerations unique to the pregnant woman and growing child.
- Identify therapeutic and culturally sensitive patient centered communication skills with women, children, and families.
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