NUR 2310C - Concepts in Pediatric Nursing Fall, Spring 15 hours

Institution:

Seminole State College of Florida

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Description:

The theoretical component of this course addresses the unique biopsychosocial health and illness needs of the pediatric population. Emphasis is placed on exploring strategies that assist children and their caretakers to prevent and/or minimize the effects of illness and disability, and to promote, maintain, and restore health. Concepts that will be emphasized throughout the curriculum are a) caring, b) communication strategies, c) critical thinking, d) clinical competence, and e) commitment to professionalism. The clinical component provides guided clinical experiences that allow students to demonstrate caring and clinical competence in the application of the nursing process in selected pediatric health care environments and the clinical simulation laboratory. Students interact with culturally diverse clients and families with emphasis on the integration of critical thinking, effective interpersonal communication, professionalism, and legal and ethical standards. Lab fee required. Prerequisite: NUR 1210C or NUR 2212C and NUR 2520C with grades of C or better. Corequisite: NUR 2212C or NUR 2251C with grade of C or better if completed.

Credits:

4.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.seminolestate.edu/

Phone Number:

(407) 708-4722

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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