Description
Childbearing/Family
This course will prepare the advanced practice nurse to manage the health care of essentially normal childbearing women during the prenatal and postpartum periods. Theories and knowledge from biological, behavioral, social and nursing sciences will be applied in the provision of care for childbearing women and families. Emphasis is on the concept of wellness during pregnancy, recognition of high-risk conditions requiring referral or collaborative practice, and the importance of support from family and community networks.

Prerequisites: GNUR 413, GNUR 425 & GNUR 442 (minimum grade of B-).
Details
Grading Basis
Graded
Units
3
Component
Lecture - Required
Offering
Course
MCN 414
Academic Group
School of Nursing
Academic Organization
Maternal/Child Nursing
Enrollment Requirements
Prerequisites: GNUR 413, GNUR 425 & GNUR 442 (minimum grade of B-).