Concepts emphasized include health promotion, illness prevention, family-centered care, community health nursing, and environment. Focuses on nursing during major life transitions. Primary consideration is given to nursing care with the individual and family during the perinatal experience. Meets the service-learning requirement. Focuses on nursing clinical decision making process and application of knowledge of health promotion and maintenance for children and families within the context of community.
Students function in various roles in providing care.
395 Directed Studies 1-3 crs. Study of problems or special areas in or related to nursing. 399 Independent Study 1-3 crs. Adtn 352, Fmhn 368. Focuses on the relationship between nursing practice and issues surrounding families and children experiencing a health deviation or a high risk situation.