NURS 342 - Nursing Care of Children

Institution:

Saint Xavier University

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Description:

Prerequisite: NURS 311, 312, 329, 344, 345, 346, PHIL 200 Concurrent: NURS 343 Offered fall and spring This course applies nursing theory, family theory, evidence based research and critical thinking skills to caring for families with children. Emphasizes family centered care and embracing developmental aspects of the dimensions of holistic health, with a focus on health promotion, health maintenance and illness management. Discussion will focus on the role of the pediatric nurse in today's health system as caregiver, teacher, advocate and colleague. The outcome of therapeutic interventions and establishment of therapeutic relationships with the child and family will be explored as a foundation for providing quality of care in the community or hospital setting.

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

WWW.SXU.EDU

Phone Number:

(773) 298-3000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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