NURS 2200 - Obstetrics and Gynecological Nursing

Normal psychological and physiological changes/adaptations that occur during the maternity cycle are examined along with pre-, post-, and perinatal stressors/adaptations of the maternity patient/childbearing family. The student explores family structures, stressors and subsequent adaptation of the family and gynecological patient. Concepts of cultural differences on childbearing and self-care abilities are considered.

Location: B/L
Credits: 2
Classroom Lecture Hours: 30
Lab Hours: 0
Corequisite: NURS 2205