Concepts of Caring for Women and the Childbearing Family

Catalog description

Prerequisite(s): NURSE 3060 , NURSE 3090 , NURSE 3180 ; concurrent enrollment in NURSE 4030 and NURSE 4040 . This course focuses on the nursing care of women, pregnant persons, newborns, and expanding families. Students will explore the physiological, psychological, and social aspects of woman's health, pregnancy, and childbirth, emphasizing evidence-based practices and client-centered care. The course applies health and illness continuum concepts and builds on knowledge developed in previous coursework. Woman's health issues, prenatal care, labor and delivery processes, postpartum care, and neonatal care are included. Through classroom instruction and clinical experiences, students will develop the skills necessary to support and manage the health of women, pregnant persons, and infants, ensuring safe and effective care during this critical period.