NURS 5140 - Advanced Family Health Nursing II (5)

This course further implements the role of the advanced practice nurse in providing and managing care for families with common health problems. The course includes the principles of health promotion, disease prevention, assessment and management of common health problems in 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, NURS 5280, and NURS 5120. Five didactic hours per week and 300 clinical hours over the semester.