NURS 716 - Family Nursing

4 Hour(s) Credit
Explores theory and research relevant to family nursing assessment and intervention. Family health, illness and the impact of stressful events on the family system are examined. Clinical situations with families are analyzed based on classic family theory, developing theory and published research. Students develop strategies for serving as advocates for families as they explore beginning role requirements of advanced practice nurses.
Three hours lecture, three to four hours clinical practice per week, for a total of 50 hours.
May Not Receive Credit for Both NURS 516 and NURS 716