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Obstetric Nursing

100 hrs
PNC 107

Course Description

The focus of this course is on the nursing needs of individuals as they relate to childbearing and children, Experience in preventive, supportive and therapeutic care is offered through clinical experience in the care of the obstetrical patient, newborn child arid adolescent. Students are provided the opportunity to utilize critical thinking, the nursing process, adaptation process nursing skills and management skills in various health care settings. He or she will integrate previous learning relating to the concept of holism, nursing practice, nursing process. multicultural society and communication. The student is expected to demonstrate professional growth and to function within the provisions of the Illinois Nursing Act of 2000.

Pre-requisites

Successful completion of the following courses with a minimum grade of “C”
• Anatomy and Physiology
• Basic Nursing I and II
• Pharmacology and Medication Administration
• Geriatric Nursing
• Pediatric Nursing