Description
This theoretical course presents the student with the opportunity to apply advanced concepts through the use of various conceptual models and the nursing process to the health needs of the individual throughout the lifespan, including reproduction, neonates and children, pregnancy, labor, delivery and the post-partum period. Emphasis is placed on the family and significant others, identifying diverse cultural backgrounds, patterns of knowing, and assessment of normal developmental patterning, and situational crises of family health. Health promotion and wellness is integrated wherever the person/s indicates need. Resources available in the community will be identified. Prerequisites: Admission to Part II of the A.D.N. program. Co-requisite: NURS-231.