NUR 615 Nursing Practice: Pediatrics
This course provides a general overview of the health care needs of children and adolescents with a focus on health promotion, risk reduction, and disease prevention. Pathophysiological disruptions in health across all systems, the unique presentation of these alterations, and the acute and chronic health problems specific to this population are presented. Identification of genetic, environmental, developmental, and life-style behaviors contributing to acute and chronic health problems are discussed. Focuses on family care and appropriate education for health and optimizing growth and development.