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VELEZ COLLEGE – COLLEGE OF NURSING

F. Ramos St., Cebu City

College Vision:
“A globally-recognized institution of academic excellence imbued with a high level of competence and
integrity anchored on a strong culture of service and research”

College Mission:
“To develop competent professionals who are socially responsible and morally fit, productive citizens of
the world, with a passion for service and lifelong learning”

COURSE OUTLINE
SUBJECT CODE : 1102

COURSE NO : NCM 101

DESCRIPTIVE TITLE : NURSING CARE MANAGEMENT 101 (NCM 101): Care of the
Mother, Child and Family

COURSE DESCRIPTION : This course deals with the principles and techniques of caring for the
normal mothers, infants, children and family and the application of
principles and concepts on family and family health nursing process.

COURSE CREDIT : 4 units lecture, 4 units RLE (1 unit Skills Laboratory/ 3 units Clinical)

CONTACT HOURS : 72 lecture hours, 204 RLE hours

PREREQUISITES : Theoretical Foundations of Nursing, Health Assessment, Anatomy &

Physiology, Microbiology
CO-REQUISITE : Microbiology and Parasitology

PLACEMENT : 2nd year, First Semester

TERMINAL COMPETENCIES:

At the end of the course and given simulated and actual conditions/situations, the student will be able
to:
1. Utilize the nursing process in the holistic care of clients for the promotion and
maintenance of health.
2. Ensure a well- organized recording and reporting system.
3. Observe bioethical principles and the core values (love of God, caring, love of
country and people).
4. Relate effectively with clients, members of the health team and others in work
situations related to nursing and health.
Course Outline & Timetable of Lectures:
INCLUSIVE
WEEK LEARNING CONTENT RESOURCES
DATES
[Week 1] Framework for Maternal and Child Health Nursing
A. Goals and Philosophies of Maternal and Child Health
Nursing

B. Maternal and Child Health Goals and Standards.

C. WHO’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals

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D. Theories Related to Maternal and Child Nursing

E. Roles and Responsibilities of a Maternal Child Nurse

F. A Changing Discipline

G. Ethical Considerations of Maternal-Child Practice

Framework for Maternal and Child Health Nursing
A. Goals and Philosophies of Maternal and Child Health
Nursing

B. Maternal and Child Health Goals and Standards.

C. WHO’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals

D. Theories Related to Maternal and Child Nursing

E. Roles and Responsibilities of a Maternal Child Nurse

F. A Changing Discipline

G. Ethical Considerations of Maternal-Child Practice

Reproductive and Sexual Health

A. Concept of Unitive and Procreative Health
a. Definition and theories related to procreation
b. Processes of human reproduction
c. Risk factors that will lead to genetic disorders
d. Genetic Counseling

B. Female / Male Reproductive System

a. Male Reproductive System
b. Female Reproductive System
c. Accessory Structure
d. Physiology of the Menstrual Cycle

C. Human Sexuality
a. Biologic Gender
b. Gender Identity
c. Gender Role
d. Human Sexual Response

D. Responsible Parenthood

Evidence-based Practice in Maternal and Child Health

Care of the Mother and the Fetus during the Perinatal
Period
A. Prenatal Care
a. Care of the Fetus
 Assessment of Fetal Profile
 Development and Functions of the Placenta and Fetal
 Membranes
 Stages of Fetal Development
b. Care of the Mother
 Assessment of Pregnant Client
 Nursing Diagnosis
 Planning and intervention
- Danger Signs of Pregnancy
- Health Promotion during Pregnancy
- Preventing Fetal Exposure to Teratogens
- Preventing Fetal Exposure to Teratogens
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- Prenatal Exercises
- Methods for Managing Pain in Childbirth
- Birth Setting
- Preparation for Labor

B. Intrapartal Care
a. Theories of Labor
b. Assessment of Client in Labor and Delivery
c. Nursing Diagnosis
d. Planning and Intervention
 Care of Woman During Labor
 Early Essential and Newborn Care (EENC)
e. Evaluation
f. Documentation

C. Postpartal Care
a. Mother
 Assessment of Postpartum Clients
 Nursing Diagnosis
 Planning and Intervention
- Possible Complications Postpartum
 Evaluation
 Documentation
b. Immediate Care of the Newborn
 Assessment of Newborn
- Vital Statistics
- Physiologic Functions
 Nursing Diagnosis
 Planning and intervention
- Nursing Care of the Newborn
- Principles of Immediate Newborn Care
- Care of the Newborn
 Evaluation
 Documentation
 Health Education on Post-Partum and Newborn care
 Discharge Planning

VI Mother and Child Health Pillitteri, pp 147 - 163

1. Procreative Health

[Week 2] June 20-24 VII Antepartum/ Pregnancy Pillitteri, pp 87 - 98

1. Anatomy and Physiology of the Reproductive System
2. Physiology of the Menstrual Cycle
[Week 3-4] June 27- 3. Sexuality and Sexual Identity
July.1; 4. Human Sexual Response
July 4-8 5. Stages of Fetal Development
6. Embryonic and Fetal Structure
7. Origin and Development of Organ System
8. Assessment of Fetal Growth and Development
9. Normal Changes During Pregnancy

[Week 5] July 11-15 VIII Intrapartum (Process of Labor and Delivery)

1. Theories of Labor Onset Pillitteri, p 345
2. Signs of Labor Pillitteri, pp 345 - 346
3. Components of Labor Pillitteri, pp 346 - 358
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[Week 6] July 18-22 4. Stages of Labor Pillitteri, pp 359 - 362

5. Maternal Fetal Response to Labor Pillitteri, pp 362 - 365
6. Danger Signs of Labor Pillitteri, pp 365 - 366
7. Maternal and Fetal Assessment During Labor Pillitteri, pp 366 – 380
8. Care of Woman During Labor Pillitteri, pp 381 - 392

[Week 7] Aug.25-29 IX Post – Partum

1. Definition
2. Psychological Changes of the Post Partal Period Pillitteri, pp 416 – 420
3. Physiological Changes of the Post Partal Period Pillitteri, pp 421 – 426
4. Nursing Care of a Woman and Family During the First Pillitteri, pp 426 - 438
24 Hours Pillitteri, pp 676 - 686
5. Possible Complications

[Week 8] Aug. 1-5 X The Newborn

1. Profile of the Newborn Pillitteri, pp 449 - 457
2. Appearance of a Newborn Pillitteri, pp 458 – 467
3. Assessment for Well – Being Pillitteri, pp 467 - 472
4. Nursing Care of the Newborn Pillitteri, pp 472 - 479
5. Concept of Growth and Development Pillitteri, pp 784 – 805

[Week 9] Aug. 8-12 XI Nursing Care of a Family With an Infant Pillitteri, pp 809 – 838
1. Definition
2. Growth and Development of an Infant
3. Health Promotion of an Infant and Family

[Week 10] Aug.15-19 Midterm Week

[Week 11] Aug. 22-26 XI Nursing Care of a Family With an Infant Pillitteri, pp 809 – 838
4. Definition
5. Growth and Development of an Infant
6. Health Promotion of an Infant and Family

[Week 12] Aug.29- Intramurals Week

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[Week 13] Sept.5-9 XII Nursing Care of a Family With a Toddler Pillitteri, pp 841 – 860
1. Definition
2. Growth and Development of a Toddler
3. Health Promotion of a Toddler and Family
[Week 14- Sept. 12- XIII Nursing Care of a Family With a Pre- Schooler Pillitteri, pp 863 – 883
15] 16;Sept.19- 1. Definition
23 2. Growth and Development of a Preschooler
3. Health Promotion of a Preschooler and Family

[Week 16] Sept. 26-30 XIV Nursing Care of a Family With a School – Age Child Pillitteri, pp 886 – 912
1. Definition
2. Growth and Development of a school – age child
3. Health Promotion of a School – age child and Family
[Week 17] Oct.3-7 XV Nursing Care of a Family With an Adolescent Pillitteri, pp 915 - 944
1. Definition
2. Growth and Development of an adolescent
Health Promotion of an Adolescent and Family
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TO BE Clinical Skills
SCHEDULED 1. Leopold’s Maneuver
2. MMDST

[Week 18] Oct. 10-14 FINAL WEEK

GRADING SYSTEM:
FOR MIDTERM AND FINAL TERM GRADE COMPUTATION
Quizzes…………………………………..30%
Long Exams.……………………………30%
Term Exam……………………………..30%
Skills…………………………………………5%
Attendance………………………………5%
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100%

FOR FINAL GRADE: Midterm Grade (40%) + Final Term Grade (60%)
PRIMARY TEXTBOOK:
Pillitteri, A. (2010). Maternal & Child Health Nursing (6 th ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott
Williams & Wilkins.
OTHER REFERENCES AND SUGGESTED READINGS:
1. BOOKS
Hockenberry, M. & Wilson, D. (2007). Wong’s Nursing Care of infants and children (8 th ed.).
Singapore: Elsevier (Singapore). Pte Ltd
Lowdermilk et. Al. (2012). Maternity and Women’s Health Care (10 th ed.). Mosby, Inc. an affiliate
of Elsevier Inc.
McKinney et al. (2007). Maternal-Child Nursing (2 nd ed.). Elsevier (Singapore)Pte. Ltd.

2. E-JOURNAL & INTERNET SOURCES

http://www.nursingcenter.com
http://www.medscape.com/nurses
http://www.emedicine.medscape.com
http://journals.lww.com/ajnonline
http://www.journalofadvancednursing.com
http://www.nursingworld.org/ojin

Prepared by: MA. CAROL R. KANGLEON, DSN, RN

Instructor

Checked by: Devianne Jane E. Daiz, RN, MN

Academic Coordinator

Approved by: MA. CAROL R. KANGLEON, DSN, RN

Dean
June 2016
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RETURN SLIP

I hereby attest to have been explained about the course outline of the subject, NCM 101. I have been
made aware that passing the subject is necessary to be eligible to enroll all the Professional Nursing
subjects in the next semester.
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I have been given a copy of the Course Outline of NCM 101 including the detailed explanation of the
grading system. I have also been oriented of its requirements and commit to passing such requirements
on time. I have had the opportunity to ask questions during the orientation and any questions that I have
asked have been answered by my instructor to my satisfaction.

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Signature over printed name of student Year& Section Student I.D No.

June/2016