Mgmt Cmplx Pediatric Condition

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Section information text: This course is designed to provide the pediatric advanced practice nursing student with specialized knowledge needed for the management of complex acute and chronic illnesses in children from birth to young adulthood. There is emphasis on evidence-based approaches to diagnose and treat complex and chronic illnesses in pediatric patients within the family and community systems. Students also integrate knowledge, theory, and clinical practice research from a variety of disciplines into age-appropriate assessment and treatment of children using culturally appropriate strategies for patient and family education. (Prerequisites: DNRS 6501 and DNRS 6512 and DNRS 6521 and DNRS 6800 and DRNP 6810)