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NUR 805 Introduction to Primary Health Care Management

This course focuses on the introduction of advanced practice concepts and knowledge for nurse practitioner students in primary health care management of designated acute, chronic, and complex health problems. Particular emphasis will be on the application of an evidence-based practice approach to providing holistic care to individuals in family practice settings. One credit for theory and one credit (45 hours) of family practice clinical. Prerequisite for NUR 810, NUR 820.

NUR 810 Health Problems I

This course allows the family nurse practitioner student to examine common health problems of the childbearing family, of the infant, child, and adolescent population. Emphasis is on health promotion and disease prevention using a developmental approach. Treatment modalities for primary health care needs are the focus. Two credits of theory and two credits (90 hours) of clinical. Prerequisite for NUR 830.

Notes

Additional course fee.

Prerequisites

NUR 655, NUR 660, NUR 670, and NUR 805

NUR 820 Health Problems II

This course allows the family nurse practitioner student to examine common health problems of the childbearing family, and men and women from early adulthood through the geriatric population. Emphasis is on health promotion and disease prevention using a developmental approach. Treatment modalities for primary health care needs are the focus. Two credits of theory and two credits (90 hours) of clinical. Prerequisite for NUR 830.

Notes

Additional course fee.

Prerequisites

NUR 655, NUR 660, NUR 670, and NUR 805.

NUR 830 Primary Health Care Management

This course adds to the knowledge gained in Nursing 810 and Nursing 820. A case study approach is used by family nurse practitioner students to refine differential diagnostic skills and clinical protocols for all clients with more complex health problems. One credit of theory and two credits (90 hours) of clinical.

Notes

Additional course fee.

Prerequisites

NUR 655, NUR 660, NUR 670, NUR 810, NUR 820; Pre/Co-requisite for NUR 850.

NUR 850 FNP Role Practicum

This course adds to the knowledge gained in Nursing 810 and 820. The family nurse practitioner student will continue to refine knowledge gained to apply their knowledge and skills under the preceptorship of experienced nurse practitioners or physicians in primary care settings, with additional opportunities to focus on a specialty role. One credit of theory and three credits (135 hours) of clinical.

Notes

Additional course fee.

Prerequisites

NUR 655, NUR 660, NUR 670; NUR 810, NUR 820; Pre/Co-requisite: NUR 830 It is recommended that students take their FNP Role Practicum with NUR 830.