NURS 442 is a two-credit undergraduate course that explores advanced topics in family nursing.
The course covers a wide range of topics, including:
- Family assessment and nursing care planning
- Family dynamics and communication
- Family coping and resilience
- Family health promotion and disease prevention
- Ethical issues in family nursing practice
Students in NURS 442 will develop the knowledge and skills they need to provide comprehensive and compassionate care to families throughout the lifespan. They will also learn how to advocate for the health and well-being of families at the individual, community, and societal levels.
NURS 442 is a lecture and discussion-based course with a strong emphasis on critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Students will participate in a variety of activities, including:
- Case studies
- Role-playing exercises
- Guest lectures from experts in family nursing and family therapy
- Field trips to family health centers and community organizations
- Reflective journaling and essays
Prerequisites
Completion of the third year of the nursing program
Recommended Text
Family-Centered Nursing: A Framework for Practice, by Patricia M. Casey and Mary Ann M. Beeman, 8th edition, Springer Publishing Company
