Length:
90 hours (5 weeks); includes 22.5 hours lecture/discussion and 67.5 hours supervised clinical/laboratory experience.
Location:
Bridgeport Hospital School of Nursing, Bridgeport, CT.
Instructional delivery format:
Traditional classroom model
Instruction:
Nursing 105 focuses on holistic nursing care of the child-bearing family. Holistic nursing care of the child-bearing family includes the impact of society and the environment on family health preservation to integrity. The roles of the nurse as educator and advocate are emphasized with a focus on family wellness. Opportunities are provided in a variety of clinical settings to practice family-centered nursing. Students are encouraged to explore their personal values regarding nursing care of the child-bearing family.
Credit recommendation:
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours (1.5 lecture and 1.5 clinical) in Nursing (9/98 revalidation) (8/03 revalidation) (9/08 revalidation) (12/13 revalidation).