Families are approached as social systems, with emphasis on interrelationships among family members. Historical patterns as well as differences related to race, ethnicity, social class, and sexual orientation explored. Cross-listed with FSW 162 . Students are challenged to incorporate the dynamic interplay of culture, socioeconomic status, and spiritual beliefs as well as psychological and physiological needs in the care of the individual within the context of family centered care. Students reflect on their learning as well as the legal and ethical issues affecting the family.
Students collaborate with the family and other health team members in community settings.
The nursing process critical thinking approach is used for inquiry and decision making to plan nursing care. Students evaluate nursing care based on expected outcomes. Students engage in learning activities with nurses and other learners to understand the context of how communication, behavior, life transitions, pharmacology, nutrition, medical intervention, culture, socioeconomic conditions, and political actions impact wellness and mental health and affect the nurse's role as a provider of care. NSG 116 or 206 . Students learn how to plan and implement nursing care for individuals and their families during later life.