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College of Nursing

Course Syllabus

NUR252 - Pediatric Nursing

Credit Hours: 6

Course Description

Application and direction of nursing care of the client that incorporates the knowledge of lifespan development with expected growth and development principles, cultural aspects of care, prevention and early detection of health problems, and strategies to achieve optimal health. Infant and child health including common childhood and adolescent health problems are explored. Clinical assignments reflect concepts related to the theory sessions.

Course Prerequisites

NUR220, NUR230, NUR 231, NUR240 and NUR231 Course Co-Requisites: NUR250 and NUR251

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:

Assessment of Outcomes

Specified on the course schedule/outline

Grading System
Letter GradeRangeDefinition
A 90-100 Excellent
B 80-89 Above Average
C 70-79 Average
D 60-69 Below Average
F 0-59 Failing
W Withdrawal during weeks 1 - 7
WF Withdrawal failing after week 7
NF Failing – Not actively engaged

For more details about the Grading System, please see the current catalog.

Active Participation

Students must be actively engaged in the course. For a definition of active engagement, please see the current catalog.

Academic Integrity

Cheating and plagiarism are serious offenses against the University’s academic integrity and are consequently strictly prohibited. All students must familiarize themselves with the University policy on Academic Integrity.

Penalties for cheating and plagiarism are described in the University policy on Academic Integrity in the catalog. They include failure of the assignment, failure for the course, or dismissal from the University. For the complete Cheating/Plagiarism policy, please see the current catalog.

Students with Disabilities

Students who have disabilities that may impact their performance in this course should follow the process described under the heading Accommodations for the Disabled in the current catalog.

Discipline (Program) Specific Information

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