NURR 220 Pediatric Nursing
Explores the nursing care of infants, children, and adolescents within the context of the family and community. Emphasizes growth and development, safety, and evidence-based interventions tailored to each developmental stage. Focus includes health promotion, immunizations, nutrition, and the management of acute and chronic pediatric conditions. Students develop skills in communication, family-centered care, and advocacy to support positive health outcomes in diverse pediatric populations. Simulation and clinical experiences promote clinical judgment and age-appropriate nursing practice.
NURR 220Pediatric 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
15
Semester Contact Hours Lab
15
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 218, and NURR 219
III. Catalog Course Description
Explores the nursing care of infants, children, and adolescents within the context of the family and community. Emphasizes growth and development, safety, and evidence-based interventions tailored to each developmental stage. Focus includes health promotion, immunizations, nutrition, and the management of acute and chronic pediatric conditions. Students develop skills in communication, family-centered care, and advocacy to support positive health outcomes in diverse pediatric populations. Simulation and clinical experiences promote clinical judgment and age-appropriate nursing practice.
IV. Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:
- Apply principles of growth and development to provide age-appropriate nursing care for infants, children, and adolescents.
- Use clinical judgment to assess, plan, and evaluate nursing care for common pediatric health conditions
- Demonstrate culturally sensitive, family-centered care that supports the child and family through illness, hospitalization, and recovery.
- Implement strategies for health promotion, safety, and disease prevention, including immunization, injury prevention, and nutrition.
- Communicate effectively with pediatric clients and families, adjusting techniques based on developmental stage and individual needs.
- Collaborate with the interprofessional team to advocate for and manage the care of children with acute or chronic health conditions.
V. Topical Outline (Course Content)
VI. Delivery Methodologies