Nursing therapeutics focus on the physiological and psychosocial adaptation of the perinatal family and women. Interrelated classroom and supervised clinical laboratory experiences are in a variety of nursing care systems. Emphasis is placed on increased understanding the physiological and psychosocial adaptive modes during periods of illness. Collaborates with the health care team in utilizing resources to promote adaptation. Interrelated classroom and supervised clinical laboratory experiences focus on adult clients as holistic adaptive systems with adaptive and ineffective coping mechanisms.
Emphasis is placed on the developmental level of child, client, and family.
Nursing knowledge and skills focus on well children and children with actual and potential acute and chronic physiological stress. Interrelated classroom and supervised laboratory experiences incorporates critical thinking skills and the application of the adaptive nursing process in a variety of pediatric settings. Examines the interrelationships among nursing theory, nursing practices, and nursing research. Critically evaluates research proposals and published research studies. Develops an appreciation of the ethical considerations in human investigations.