NURE 216 - Acute and Chronic Pediatric Nursing Concepts

Continuing with the framework of Patient Centered Care, Teamwork and Collaboration, Evidence-Based Practice, Quality Improvement, Safety, and Information Management, this course introduces students to the knowledge, skills and attitude required for specific areas of nursing practice in order to deliver safe and appropriate care to pediatric patients in accordance with standards of professional nursing practice. Within the structure of the Nursing Process, principles of health and illness are integrated with knowledge of anatomy and physiology, pharmacology and leadership and management. Building upon the concepts from NURE 213, NURE 214, and NURE 215, students are introduced to pediatric growth and development and apply concepts related to acute and chronic nursing to the pediatric patient. Students participate in clinical experiences in the Learning/Simulation Center, and in acute and chronic pediatric health care settings for the application of associated nursing principles.
Prerequisite(s): NURE 213, NURE 214, and NURE 215
3.2 lecture and 9.6 clinical hours per week (7-week term)
3 credit hours