PNN 426 - Introduction to Obstetrics and Pediatrics

Prerequisites:
BIO 151, BIO 168, BIO 173, BIO 186, and EDU 160
NURSING CREDIT TYPE
4.5 credit(s)

This course includes health teaching related to the study of family centered nursing care in obstetrics and pediatrics. The obstetrical portion includes the study of preconception; pregnancy and major complications; the birth process; postpartum nursing care; and newborn care. The pediatric portion includes the application of principles of human growth and development in the provision of nursing care to families with infants, children, or adolescents. The study of nursing care for the prevention and treatment of common pediatric disorders is highlighted. The clinical component for obstetrics and pediatrics will include the incorporation of lab simulation.

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Knowledge , Comprehension, Critical Thinking
Utilize the steps of the nursing process, including assessment, establishing goals, planning interventions, and evaluating said interventions for pregnant women before, during and after delivery along with age specific changes that occur in body systems during growth and development of the pediatric client.

2. Safe and effective care environment
Collaborate with the inter professional team to provide input in the management of care for pregnant clients before, during and after delivery and the management of care with pediatric clients with and without health disparities.

3. Health promotion & maintenance
Educate the family and patient regarding available resources for the care and management of mother and child before, during and after delivery and for the family of pediatric clients with and without health disparities.

4. Psychosocial integrity
Implement nursing interventions to help patients and families cope with the psychosocial impact brought on by pregnancy, parenthood and the care of the pediatric client both with and without health disparities.