Obstetrical Nursing

Catalog description

Exploration of nursing care of clients experiencing a normal or at-risk pregnancy through various methods of instruction. Utilization of critical-thinking skills while focusing on health promotion and management of risk factors in client care situations during the prenatal, intrapartum, and postpartum periods. Incorporation of current nursing research and evidence-based nursing interventions provide the level of cognitive ability needed to function in the role of a baccalaureate-prepared nurse. Application of obstetrical concepts to occur in patient care settings and simulation. Minimum of 90 clinical hours required.