NUR 3770 - Maternal/Child Nursing for the BSN - Accelerated

Credits: 4
Lecture: 45
Lab: 0

Introduces students to the developing family during the childbearing time as a focus of nursing. The emphasis is placed on the care of the mother as well as the care of the fetus and newborn. The nursing process is utilized in assessment of all elements and phases of pregnancy, planning, providing, and evaluating nursing interventions that promote optimal wellness. The effects of culture, ethnic and economic influences as well as the interaction with the extended family and/or community will be discussed. In addition, the complications of pregnancy and pregnancy outcomes that threaten the childbearing family will be examined from both physiologic and psychosocial aspects. Assists students in applying theory and developing competence in utilizing the nursing process to provide care for families in the childbearing cycle. 45 hours of theory, 45 hours of clinical experience are required. Must complete with a B- or better. This course is limited to students in the Accelerated BSN track.

Prerequisite(s): NUR 3470, NUR 3570
Corequisite(s): NUR 3670, NUR 3670P, NUR 3770P