NURS 104 - Practical Nursing for Special Populations

(ECEC and TP/SS only)

Third course in the series of practical nursing training. Topics include health promotion in special populations and concerns: reproductive health, obstetrics/neonates, growth and development across the lifespan, and mental health and illnesses. Application of pathophysiology, nutrition, and pharmacology to common diseases within each topic area. PREREQUISITE(S): NURS 102, NURS 103. COREQUISITE(S): NURS 105. Four hours lecture each week.

4 semester hours

Course Outcomes:
Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:

Adhere to legal and ethical standards in nursing practice specific to pediatric, obstetrics, and mental health care.
Administer medications and monitor patients receiving parenteral therapies, focusing on pediatric, obstetrics, and mental health populations.
Identify and apply practices to minimize potential complications from health procedures and existing conditions in pediatric, obstetrics, and mental health care.
Deliver nursing care in pediatric, obstetrics, and mental health settings integrating knowledge of growth and development, prevention, and early detection.
Support emotional, mental, and social well-being in pediatric, obstetrics, and mental health patients.
Provide comfort and aid in daily living activities for pediatric, obstetrics, and mental health patients.
Care for pediatric, obstetrics, and mental health patients with acute, chronic, or emergent physical health conditions.
Collaborate with the healthcare team for effective patient care in pediatric, obstetrics, and mental health settings.
Use technology and informatics in pediatric, obstetrics, and mental health care to improve patient care and communication.
Identify and apply safe practices to minimize health and environmental hazards for patients and healthcare personnel in pediatric, obstetrics, and mental health settings.

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