NS-122 Maternal Child Nursing
This course introduces the student to basic maternity and pediatric skills and concepts needed to provide comfort, safety, and care to the mother/newborn, and children in consideration of the normal patterns of growth and development. Focus is placed on the reproductive process, nutrition, and family planning. The core competencies of the Institute of Medicine (IOM) and Quality and Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN) and the application of the nursing process are used to build critical thinking skills. Essential concepts include prioritization, communication, providing patient education, quality improvement, and participation in planning continuity of care following discharge. Cultural and spiritual influences are discussed as it relates to the care of maternal child and pediatric patients. Students are required to successfully complete the NYS approved Child Abuse and Maltreatment program.
Credits
3