PNP Practice II: for the DNP Program

Catalog description

This course provides the students with clinical experience within the scope of the pediatric nurse practitioner (PNP) centered on health promotion, health maintenance and management of acute and common health problems of children from birth to adolescence. Emphasis is on the child within the framework of the family. Emphasis is on the description of the condition or disease, etiology and incidence, clinical findings, differential diagnosis, management, complications, and preventative and patient education measures. Consideration is given to cultural and ethical issues that affect health care delivery and client adherence to the management plan. The role of the PNP regarding management, family involvement, health promotion and teaching, health maintenance, and continued collaboration with health professionals will be emphasized. Other Hours: 3 Repeatability: May not be repeated for credit. Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit Major Restrictions: Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Degree Restrictions: Doctor of Nursing Practice Program Restrictions: DNP_DNP-Doctor of Nursing Practice Schedule Type (Primary): Supervised Lab/Clinic Click here for the Schedule of Classes.