Pediatric Nursing (NUR447 (UG21))
Term: Fall 2022 (UNDG)
Mondays 1230-1430After March 10th include Tuesdays and Thursdays 1100-1230.Additional hours are available by appointment.
Fri, 9:00 AM - 10:50 AM (8/24/2022 - 12/9/2022) Location: MAIN (Fine Arts Center 205 - Classroom Lecture)
This course introduces students to the care of the child and the family. Promoting normal growth and development, even during periods of illness, is a major theme of the course. Cultural issues will also be addressed. The role of the nurse in caring for a vulnerable population as a mandatory reporter is explored. Clinical experiences will include physical assessments of children in various developmental stages as well as nursing interventions for children within the health-illness spectrum. Prerequisite: Please see School fo Nursing student resource book. (4 s.h.)