UMass Boston

Course Overview

Description

Students refine their advanced practice skills with further attention to applying theory and evidenced-based practices in the role of the family or adult/gerontological nurse practitioner (NP). Important NP skills, including assessment, diagnostic, therapeutic, evaluative, consultative, teaching, and leadership, are examined within professional, legal-ethical, cultural, policy, improvement, and systems frameworks. Students continue to gain precepted, primary care, clinical experiences in health promotion and episodic and chronic illness management for adult populations, including primary care in women's health needs. This course meets the University Capstone requirement.