Women’s & Gender-Related Health for Advanced Practice Nursing I

3 credits · School of Nursing

Consistent with the emerging definitions of women's and gender-related health, this course examines a full range of health issues with a focus on obstetric and gynecologic care. Women's and gender-related health specialization includes health promotion and disease prevention across the lifespan, societal and political determinants of health, patient education, culturally competent care, and reconceptualization of individuals’ relationships with healthcare providers. This course will focus on the health assessment and maintenance of wellness including uncomplicated gynecologic issues, the childbearing family, and the low-risk pregnancy. Students utilize current research in women's and gender-related health and identify potential research opportunities in obstetrics and gynecology. Pre/corequisites: 6011 or 6013, 6012 or 6014, 7305. [3]