Focuses on the process of development as a lifelong activity, balanced between dynamic and stable demands of physical and social environments, and the changing capabilit ies of the person. Explores contemporary life styles and selected cultural aspects of individual and family life. A core course required of all students in the Second Degree Program. Provides an overview of the historical development of nursing, emphasizing the evolution of obstetrical nursing and the roles available to contemporary professional nurses. Introduces th e use of the nursing process and presents the nursing management of normal and high-risk pregnancy.
Clinical placement occurs in both hospital and community settings.
An interprofessional course required of students in the traditional and second degree undergraduate nursing programs, and open to others interested in research in the health disciplines. Students survey the spectrum of research designs commonly used in he alth settings and their practical applications. Students gain basic research skills and a fundamental ability to critically read and analyze health-related research articles. Emphasizes basic human rights and ethical issues in the conduct of research. An interprofessional course required of nursing students and open to others interested in administration in the health disciplines.