Description
The senior nursing student will integrate theory and practice from previous courses with the goal of preparing for entry into professional nursing practice. Within a seminar context, students explore a variety of clinical nursing problems. The course includes research-based strategies utilized for health promotion and protection, health restoration, maintenance and support. Areas of study are selected from across the lifespan, including diverse populations in a variety of health care systems. Course includes classroom and clinical experiences in a focused setting. Students should expect to spend a minimum of 160 - 180 hours during the semester to fulfill the clinical requirement, and 2 hours per week in preparatory and evaluative seminar.