NU 250 - Child Health Nursing Theory

Institution:

Boston College

Subject:

Description:

This course builds on the published Pediatric Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice to discuss the unique responses of children and their families to acute and chronic illness. Emphasis is placed on the child's growth and development in relation to wellness and illness. A family-centered approach is used to address the health teaching, promotion, restoration and maintenance needs of children and their families. Theoretical principles are presented and creative, evidence-based nursing intervention strategies to meet the needs of children and their families across the health care continuum are discussed.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lab

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Institution Website:

www.bc.edu

Phone Number:

(617) 552-8000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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