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2021-2023 Graduate Catalog 
    
2021-2023 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

NURS 5120 - Advanced Family Health Nursing I (4)


This course explores the application of theory and research to the prevention and treatment of common family health and nursing problems. The course includes the principles of health promotion, disease prevention, assessment and management of common health problems in children, adolescents, and adults. The practicum provides the opportunity to gain skill and confidence in identifying and resolving client problems using a variety of treatment modalities and resources. Case management and community referral skills are developed. The philosophical and ethical basis of nursing practice, which promotes excellence in care, is emphasized. Prerequisite(s): NURS 5000 , NURS 5040 , NURS 5100 , NURS 5210 , and NURS 5280 . Four (4) didactic hours per week and 300 clinical hours over the semester.