NRSG 237 - Health and Illness of Maternal Nursing Clinical

Credit(s): 1

Prerequisite(s): BIOH 211, NRSG 230, NRSG 231, and NRSG 233.
Corequisite(s): NRSG 236.
This clinical introduces the student to the role of the registered nurse in the care of the childbearing family. Students will utilize the nursing process to assess and develop individualized plans of care for mother and infant. Emphasis will be placed on patient education to promote healthy mother, infant and childbearing family bonding. (Fall and Spring Semesters)

Course Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of the course, students will be able to

Formulate nursing care plans in collaboration with members of the interprofessional health care team using critical thinking, problem solving, and the nursing process in a variety of settings through direct care, assignment, or delegation of care.
Provide safe and effective individualized care to childrearing patient/families based on patient needs, values, and analysis of assessment data and the relationships of the biological, psychosocial, cultural and spiritual needs.
Integrate principles of teaching-learning by providing information to patients and families regarding promotion, maintenance, and restoration of health in the childbearing/childrearing years.
Demonstrate proficiency in complex dosage calculations and medication administration.