Focus on aging and rehabilitation theories, including Orem's Self-Care Deficit Theory of Nursing, and concepts related to older adults. Basic concepts of pathophysiology and pharmacology. Prepares for critical thinking in application of concepts to nursing practice. Health assessment, nursing and advanced communication skills are practiced within the laboratory setting. Focus on knowledge needed in nursing care of women within a self-care framework.
Clinical experiences provide for holistic care across the life span with emphasis on childbearing.
Psychosocial influences on self-care agency are presented within the context of culturally competent nursing care. These concepts are interpreted within self-care deficit theory and applied in clinical experiences. The student has opportunities to gain experience in designing, implementing and evaluating nursing systems for infants, children, and adolescents within families and groups. Experiences are in class and clinical laboratories. Focuses on the registered nurse student's professional transition to baccalaureate education and theory-based practice.