Focuses on the use of the nursing process to design nursing interventions for clients experiencing psychosocial stressors. Emphasis is on the development of the therapeutic self which is used with individuals and groups in a variety of community-based settings to enhance the communication process and facilitate intervention strategies of a psychosocial nature. Focuses on leadership and management theories and concepts as they relate to the practice of nursing and the delivery of care in a variety of community-based settings. Emphasizes the use of change theory and total quality management concepts. Included are principles of group dynamics, group process, and structure to give students both theory and practice in developing and sustaining groups.
Assertiveness is explored as component of professional nursing practice.
Introduces the research process and the contributions of research to the improvement of nursing practice. Focuses on the critical analysis and interpretation of research reports and the development of strategies for implementation of research findings. ANT 303, COM 303, PSY 311 or SOC 354, or permission of the Chairperson. Focuses on the care of children who are experiencing a variety of stressors, stress, and diseases of adaptation. Theories, concepts, and principles related to the care of children and their families are presented.