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NU 235 CONCEPTS IN FAMILY NURSING



This course expands on an understanding of nursing concepts across the lifespan, with an emphasis on the concept of family and the variables that impact the provision of nursing care. Professional concepts focus on evidence-based practice in the various settings and systems serving the healthcare needs of families. Biophysical concepts relating to reproduction are introduced. Expansion of previously introduced biophysical concepts emphasizes the interrelationship of psychosocial and humanistic aspects of care and the impact on family function. An exploration of caring interventions aimed at improving outcomes for individuals and families is undertaken. This course is linked to NU 236 practicum course. Failure in either NU 235 or NU 236 will require a repetition of both courses. 3 Credits Prerequisites: NU 135  Introduction to Psychosocial Concepts and Pharmacology in Nursing, NU 160  Concepts in Nursing Care Across the Lifespan I, NU 161  Concepts in Nursing Care Across the Lifespan I Practicum, CS 100  Computers and Technology. Corequisites: NU 225  Concepts in Nursing Care Across the Lifespan II, NU 226   Concepts in Nursing Care Across the Lifespan II Practicum, NU 236  Concepts in Family Nursing Practicum, any Humanities Elective.