FNP Practice III: for the DNP Program

Catalog description

Provides students with clinical experiences within the scope of the family nurse practitioner centered on health promotion, disease promotion, early detection, and management of common acute and chronic health problems of the elderly client and their family. The nurse practitioner’s role in promoting successful aging, maintaining function, and promoting self care, through the use of the community, personal, and family resources is stressed. Common geriatric syndromes and problems, including chronic illnesses and their management, are emphasized. Ethical dilemmas that impact the healthcare of the older adult are integrated throughout the course. Repeatability: May not be repeated for credit. Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory Major Restrictions: Family Nurse Practitioner Program Restrictions: DNP_DNP-Doctor of Nursing Practice Concentration Restrictions: DNP Family Nurse Practitioner Concentration Schedule Type (Primary): Supervised Lab/Clinic Click here for the Schedule of Classes.