Additional experiences which are aimed at health maintenance and preventive care are provided in a variety of community settings such as Family Planning Clinic, Prenatal Clinic, Childbirth Education Classes, Well Baby Clinics, Day Care Centers, Special Care Clinics, and School Health Programs. In addition, the implications of illness patterns and behavior problems of each stage of child development are presented. Included are not only the physiologic and psychologic adjustments to the reproductive cycle, but also the study of human growth and development, presented as theory and concepts with clinical application. The emphasis is placed on complex nursing situations and the responsibilities of the nurse leader in a health care facility and in the community. Class hours are scheduled for simulation exerices and comprehensive testing.
Students receive concurrent clinical practice.
The student examines a variety of challenges that face the nursing profession today. Professional growth and continuing education are stressed. The student is encouraged to become proactive through the nursing organizations and through their communities.