NURS2350 — Obstetrical and Pediatric Nursing Theory
This lecture course is designed to further develop nursing knowledge as it relates to care of the obstetrical, neonatal, and pediatric patients. This course will emphasize use of clinical judgment and the nursing process in providing competent care to these specialized populations. Additionally, students will explore quality improvement initiatives and patient advocacy as they relate to caring for obstetrical, neonatal, and pediatric patients within the framework of family centered care. Upon successful completion, students will be able to provide safe, entry level, nursing care to the family unit incorporating and applying the concepts identified in this course. To progress in the program, the student must maintain a grade of a “C” or better, in all program specific general education courses & required program courses. Concurrent: NURS 2370 , NURS 2390
Prerequisites: BIOL2760, NURS2120, NURS2140, NURS2160, PSYC2010, NURS2370, NURS2390