PRNU 117 - Pediatric, Obstetrical, and Mental Health Nursing for Practical Nursing

8 lecture hours, 8 lab hours, 10 credit hours
Includes concurrent theory and clinical experiences designed to introduce the practical nursing student to the care of: the childbearing family, the neonate and the child, and clients experiencing psychological or behavioral alterations. Actual and potential health issues which affect these groups are presented in theory. Pharmacological concepts for the pediatric, maternal-child, and mental health patient will be presented. Strategies which promote health-seeking behaviors are discussed. Prerequisite(s): PRNU 106 and NURS 111.