NURS 216 - Nursing Concepts III

Institution:

Black Hawk College

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Description:

Prerequisite: NURS 122A & B, BIOL 145, BIOL 146, PSYC 200, SOC 101 with a grade of C or better.. Nursing Concepts III focuses on the nurse's role in the care of infants, children, and adolescents; pregnant, laboring, or postpartum women, their newborn(s) and significant other(s); and individuals who experience difficulty with aging, chronic illness and/or disability. The student will utilize the nursing process within the nurse-client relationship in assisting clients and their families achieve or maintain their optimal level of wellness. This course is designed to assist students in developing critical thinking skills as they utilize the nursing process and nursing skills to plan and provide care for selected clients. This course will include the nursing care and managements of clients during pre-pregnancy, antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum; who are younger than 18 years; and across the lifespan who are coping with altered nutritional, mobility, or sensory status; gastrointestinal conditions; chronic conditions; and age related changes. 6 lecture hours; 12 lab hours per week.

Credits:

3.00 - 10.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.bhc.edu

Phone Number:

(309) 796-5000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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