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Primary Care of Adults

Course Overview

Date / Time Location Credits Minimium Tuition*
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TBA
Online 3 $2421 (guest students)
Date
-
Time
TBA
Location
Online
Credits
3
Min. Tuition*
$2421 (guest students)

Description

This course provides the knowledge related to the assessment and management of patients with acute and chronic health care problems encountered by nurse practitioners in family practice and adult/gerontological primary care settings. Students analyze the direct and indirect components of the nurse practitioner role related to primary health care. Application of evidence based guidelines and research are used to support diagnostic, therapeutic, and pharmacological regimens. Continued emphasis is placed on the application of culturally sensitive nursing care to a diverse population, where diversity includes age, gender, race, ethnicity, culture, religion, sexual orientation, abilities, and socioeconomic status.

Prerequisites

Matriculated student in Graduate College of Nursing, NURSNG 640

This course is closed for registration.

Course Details