NUR 291 - Life Transitions III:Promotion of Health and Care of Women and Newborns Within the Family

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Southern Regional Technical College

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6.00 Credits Generic Option Prerequisites: NUR 191, NUR 193, NUR 195 Bridge Option Prerequisites: NUR 191, NUR 193, NUR 196 Corequisite(s): SOC 1101, NUR 292 This course is designed to prepare associate degree nursing students to provide nursing care to a variety of clients experiencing transitions of health status related to conception, birth, and women's health. Students will be challenged to integrate prior and new knowledge using therapeutic communication, critical thinking and decision making to plan and provide nursing care for women and newborns. Incorporation of the dynamic interplay of culture, socioeconomic status, spiritual beliefs as well as psychological and physiological needs in the care of the individual within the context of the family unit will be expected. Reflection upon the legal and ethical issues affecting the family and collaboration with the family and other health team members in a variety of community settings will be part of the learning experience.

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6.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.southwestgatech.edu/

Phone Number:

(229) 225-4096

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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