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University of Alberta Calendar 2016-2017 
    
University of Alberta Calendar 2016-2017 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

NURS 567 - Child Health and the Family


★ 4 (fi 8) (either term, 0-3s-9c) Selected topics in a variety of advanced nursing practice specialty areas for case management of infants, children, and their families in complex health care situations are emphasized. Issues will be examined across settings including hospital, home, school and community. The trajectory of chronological and developmental issues for both the child and the family will be examined. Trends and controversies in the theoretical, research and clinical literature in the field will be addressed. The role of the advanced practice nurse is examined from the perspective of assessing, managing, monitoring, coordinating, and evaluating health status over time. The practicum component provides opportunities to assist infants, children, and their family within the context of the health care team. Prerequisite: NURS 571.