VNSG 1234 Pediatrics

Study of the care of the pediatric patient and family during health and disease. Emphasis on growth and developmental needs utilizing the nursing process.

Semester Hours

2

Lecture Hours

2

Lab Hours

0

Prerequisite

VNSG 1304, VNSG 1323, VNSG 1500, and VNSG 1360, Concurrent enrollment in VNSG 1230, VNSG 2331, VNSG 1409, and VNSG 1362 .

End-of-Course Outcomes

Identify safety principles related to childcare; discuss primary nursing care of the pediatric patient and family during health and disease; and apply concepts of growth and development to the care of pediatric patients utilizing the nursing process.