2016-2017 Undergraduate Catalog

NU 374 Concepts in Child Health Nursing

The concepts in this course address family-centered care, safety, genetics, health promotion, and disease/injury prevention in the care of children and their families from birth through childhood and adolescence. Course content focuses on the application of clinical judgment, evidence-based practice, and growth and development. Students will engage in intra- and interprofessional collaboration and communication while advocating for the needs of this vulnerable population. Clinical experiences incorporate informatics, caring, cultural sensitivity, and leadership. Students will be expected to demonstrate professionalism and increasing levels of autonomy while providing care that is respectful and preserves human dignity.

Credits

4

Prerequisite

Or Corequisite: NU 340 Introduction to Adult Nursing