NUR 201 - Nursing Care in the Specialities

Institution:

Urbana University

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Description:

The course begins with an overview of concepts integral to psychosocial nursing. Substance abuse, family violence, stress and adaptation, changing family structures, growth and development, cultural issues, and legal/ethical principles are woven throughout the course focusing on the childbearing and childrearing families and the mental health client. Concepts associated with the general care of the mother and infant, associated high risk conditions, care of the compromised newborn and child, and care of the client with mental health issues are presented. The course enhances the student's skill in the use of therapeutic nurse-patient relationship. Critical thinking in clinical experience is promoted through the use of the nursing process Prerequisite: NUR 103, BIO 320, PSY 207, ENG 106

Credits:

12.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.urbana.edu

Phone Number:

(937) 484-1301

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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