Description
This course will provide an overview of family health theories related to primary care and the theoretical foundations
of women�s healthcare during the reproductive years. An overview of conceptual frameworks related to contemporary
family structure and functioning, with particular emphasis on health and the family model of Parse�s humanbecoming
school of thought will be explored. Theory and advanced practice related to assessment and management of women�s
health issues during reproductive years include gynecology, family planning, preconception, prenatal, pregnancy, and
postpartum care, with emphasis on health promotion of women during reproductive years in primary care settings.
Experience in assessment, diagnoses, planning and management of patients within a precepted clinical environment for
health promotion, simple acute and stable chronic diseases of childbearing and child rearing families is provided with the
focus on primary health care for this population. Lecture: 3 units; Cl