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NUR 810 Health Problems I

This course allows the family nurse practitioner to examine common health problems of the childbearing family, 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. Three credits of theory and two credits of clinical. Prerequisite for NUR 830.

Prerequisites

NUR 655, NUR 660, NUR 670

NUR 820 Health Problems II

This course allows the family nurse practitioner to examine common health problems of 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. Three credits of theory and one credit of clinical. Prerequisite for NUR 830.

Prerequisites

NUR 655, NUR 660, NUR 670

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 practitioners to refine differential diagnostic skills and clinical protocols for more complex health problems for all clients. One credit of theory and three credits of clinical.

Prerequisites

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

NUR 850 FNP Role Practicum

Family Nurse Practitioner students have the opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills under preceptorship of experienced nurse practitioners or physicians in primary care settings. Four credits of clinical role practicum.

Notes

A minimum of 540 clinical hours is required for FNP.

Prerequisites

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