NURS 372 - Women, Children And Family Nursing

Credit(s): 6
This course will build on previous knowledge and focuses on the nursing care of childbearing women, children, and families. Emphasis is placed on the use of critical thinking skills and the development of nursing skills to develop and deliver evidence-based care that promotes, maintains, and restores health for women, children, and families. Concepts related to communication skills, patient teaching, evidence-based practice, ethical/legal/economic issues, and quality, safety, and patient-centered care are threaded throughout the content. During the clinical portion, concepts will be reinforced in diverse clinical and simulated experiences.

Prerequisites: Successful completion of NURS 301, NURS 313 and NURS 323 with a grade of “C” or better.
Course Level: Undergraduate
Hours: 90 clinical hours.