NURR 218 Maternal and Newborn Nursing
Focuses on the nursing care of individuals and families during the reproductive period, including preconception, pregnancy, labor and birth, postpartum, and newborn care. Emphasizes early identification of risk factors, clinical decision-making, and health promotion across diverse populations. Students explore cultural competence, family-centered care, and the nurse’s role in advocating for safe, respectful, and equitable maternity outcomes. Clinical and simulation experiences provide opportunities to develop skills in assessment, patient education, and collaborative care during this critical life transition.
NURR 218Maternal and Newborn Nursing
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I. General Information
Department
Nursing Academic
II. Course Specification
Course Type
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Credit Hours Narrative
2 credits
Semester Contact Hours Lecture
22.5
Semester Contact Hours Lab
0
Semester Contact Hours Clinical
22.5
Prerequisite Narrative
ENGL 101, SOCY 101, NURR 115, NURR 116, and NURR 117
Corequisite Narrative
ENGL 102, HUMA GE1, NURR 219, NURR 220
III. Catalog Course Description
Focuses on the nursing care of individuals and families during the reproductive period, including preconception, pregnancy, labor and birth, postpartum, and newborn care. Emphasizes early identification of risk factors, clinical decision-making, and health promotion across diverse populations. Students explore cultural competence, family-centered care, and the nurse’s role in advocating for safe, respectful, and equitable maternity outcomes. Clinical and simulation experiences provide opportunities to develop skills in assessment, patient education, and collaborative care during this critical life transition.
IV. Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:
- Apply the nursing process to provide evidence-based care during pregnancy, labor, birth, postpartum, and newborn periods.
- Identify and respond to physiological and psychosocial risk factors affecting maternal, fetal, and newborn outcomes.
- Demonstrate culturally sensitive and family-centered care that respects patient values, preferences, and traditions.
- Perform focused assessments and interpret findings related to maternal-fetal well-being and newborn adaptation.
- Promote health and safety through patient education on reproductive health, newborn care, and postpartum recovery.
- Collaborate with the healthcare team to support positive birth experiences and manage complications when they arise.
V. Topical Outline (Course Content)
VI. Delivery Methodologies