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Adult-Gerontology
Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
(Course sequencing: AGPC 6600 and 6610; 6620 and 6630;
6640 and 6650; 6660 and 6700)
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AGPC 6600
Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Theory I (3)
This is the first of four courses in the AGPC series. This
course begins with an introduction to wellness care, health supervision,
illness prevention, and screening practices for the adolescent, adult, and
geriatric populations. The course addresses the most common
cardiovascular, HEENT, endocrine, neurological, mental health, and
gynecological issues seen in primary care settings. The focus of this series of
courses is the application of clinical decision-making skills needed by the
primary care provider in the delivery of comprehensive health care throughout
the adult life span including young adults, adults, and older adults. The
course emphasizes evidence-informed practice, health promotion, disease
prevention and management that is based on age, gender, culture, ethnicity, and
psychosocial issues.
Prerequisites: NURS 5104, 5105; ADHA 5107.
Corequisite: AGPC 6610.
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AGPC 6610
Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Practicum I (3)
This is the first of four practicum courses. The purpose of
this course is to introduce the student to commonly seen patient presentations
and illnesses in the young adult, adult, and geriatric populations. The course
will begin with an overview of preventative care and health promotion. In
this introductory course, there will be heavy emphasis on the utilization of
skills related to taking a history, performing an assessment, and formulating
differential diagnoses of culturally diverse patients. Students will examine
theories and evidence-based research findings pertinent to the delivery of care
to the acutely ill patient in the young adult, adult, and geriatric
populations.
Prerequisites: NURS 5104, 5105; ADHA 5107.
Corequisite: AGPC 6600.
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AGPC 6620
Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Theory II (3)
This
is the second of four courses in the AGPC series. This course addresses the
management of acute problems of the cardiac, respiratory, gastroenterological,
dermatological, and musculoskeletal systems commonly seen in primary care
settings, while simultaneously exploring the management of patients with
chronic diseases in these body systems. This course also examines adolescent
health issues, women's health-related illnesses and presentations, sexual
health and STIs, and various geriatric syndromes. The focus of this series of
courses is the application of clinical decision-making skills needed by the
primary care provider in the delivery of comprehensive health care throughout
the adult life span including young adults, adults, and older adults. The
course emphasizes evidence-informed practice, health promotion, and disease
prevention and management that is based on age, gender, culture, ethnicity, and
psychosocial issues.
Prerequisites: AGPC 6600, 6610.
Corequisite: AGPC 6630.
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AGPC 6630
Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Practicum II (3)
This
practicum, second in a series of four, focuses on the application of knowledge
essential to advanced practice nursing with young adults, adults, and elderly
clients. Students will learn to provide the full spectrum of health care
services to include health promotion, disease prevention, health protection,
anticipatory guidance, counseling, and disease management. This course
emphasizes history-taking, assessment, and an introduction to formulation of
differential diagnoses for commonly seen patient presentations and illnesses.
This course will provide the opportunity to implement knowledge obtained in
Primary Care of Adults and Aged Theory I.
Prerequisites: AGPC 6600, 6610.
Corequisite: AGPC 6620.
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AGPC 6640
Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Theory III (3)
This
course is the third of four courses in the AGPC series. Content within this
course will include the management of the patient with chronic and progressive
endocrine, rheumatological, gastroenterological, and neurological issues. The
course also focuses on special topics pertaining to women's health issues,
including perinatal care, pregnancy, and reproductive issues and concerns.
Special topics in this course include child, domestic, and elder abuse; pain
management and palliative care; and the management of the patient presenting
with an emergency in the primary care setting. The focus of this series of
courses is the application of clinical decision-making skills needed by the
primary care provider in the delivery of comprehensive health care throughout
the adult life span including young adults, adults, and older adults. The
course emphasizes evidence-informed practice, health promotion, and disease
prevention and management that is based on age, gender, culture, ethnicity, and
psychosocial issues.
Prerequisites: AGPC 6620, 6630, 6640.
Corequisite: AGPC 6650.
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AGPC 6650
Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Practicum III (3)
The
purpose of this course is to follow a systems approach to further refine skills
in differential diagnoses and identification of less commonly seen acute and
chronic illnesses in the young adult, adult, and geriatric population. In this
course we will focus on history-taking, assessment, diagnosis, and management
of culturally diverse patients. Students will examine theories and evidence-based
research findings pertinent to delivery of care to the chronically ill patient.
Prerequisites: AGPC 6620, 6630.
Corequisite: AGPC 6640.
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AGPC 6660
Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Theory IV (3)
This is the last of four courses in the AGPC series. This course explores many
special topics including the management of patients with infectious disease
processes, hematological and oncological illness, autoimmune disorders, and
genetic abnormalities and syndromes. The course addresses special population
concerns including men's health issues, LGBT health disparities, and access and
provision of care to veterans and to the homeless. This course culminates with
a review of the professional role and responsibilities of the APN. The focus of
this series of courses is the application of clinical decision-making skills
needed by the primary care provider in the delivery of comprehensive health
care throughout the adult life span including young adults, adults, and older
adults. The course emphasizes evidence-informed practice, health promotion,
and disease prevention and management that is based on age, gender, culture,
ethnicity, and psychosocial issues.
Prerequisites: AGPC 6640, 6650.
Corequisite: AGPC 6670.
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AGPC 6670
Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Practicum IV (3)
The
purpose of this course is to follow a systems approach to further refine skills
in differential diagnoses and identification of less commonly seen acute and
chronic illnesses in the young adult, adult, and geriatric populations. In this
course we will focus on history-taking, assessment, diagnosis, and management
of culturally diverse patients. Students will examine theories and evidence-based
research findings pertinent to delivery of care to the chronically ill patient
in the young adult, adult, and geriatric populations.
Prerequisites: AGPC 6640, 6650.
Corequisite: AGPC 6670.
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Adult-Gerontology
Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
(Course sequencing: AGAC 5402; AGAC: 6270 and 6280; 6290 and 6300;
6320 and 6330; 6340 and 6350)
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AGAC 5402
Diagnostic Reasoning (3)
This course is designed to provide the AG-ACNP student with
methods of diagnostic reasoning. This course will build upon the
scientific threads of the program inclusive of pharmacology, pathology, and
health assessment to generate a differential diagnosis using a systematic
approach. This course offers students opportunities to practice effective
communication, documentation, and critical analysis to deliver high-quality care
using clinical reasoning skills for the future role as advanced practice nurse.
Prerequisites: NURS 5104, NURS 5105.
Corequisite: ADHA 5107.
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AGAC 6270
Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Theory I (3)
This
is the first in the series of four Adult Gerontology Acute Care (AGAC) courses
and builds upon the scientific knowledge acquired in the previous doctor of
nursing practice (D.N.P.) core and AG-ACNP I courses. The course will provide
advanced knowledge relevant to the management of acute and chronic problems of
acutely ill adult-gerontological clients. The student will be prepared to
participate in supervised AG-ACNP practicum experience in the high-acuity
hospital environment. Continued focus will be maintained on the assessment,
management, and documentation of common acute health care issues encountered in
adult gerontology populations. Advanced knowledge necessary for interpretation
of laboratory data as well as other diagnostic studies including EKG diagnosis
and radiologic interpretations will be reinforced. The course content will
focus on the application of knowledge essential to advanced practice nursing
with a specific emphasis on health promotion, hypertension, and the endocrine
system.
Prerequisites: AGAC 5402, 6360.
Corequisite: AGAC 6280.
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AGAC 6280
Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Practicum I (3)
This course will provide an advanced knowledge relevant to
nursing of acute and chronic management of acutely ill adult clients. It
focuses on the application of knowledge in the clinical area, essential to
acute care advanced practice of nursing.
Prerequisites: NURS 5104, 5105; ADHA 5107; AGAC 5402.
Corequisite: AGAC 6270.
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AGAC 6290
Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Theory II (2)
This
is the second in the series of four Adult Gerontology Acute Care (AGAC) courses
and builds upon the scientific knowledge acquired in the previous doctor of
nursing practice (D.N.P.) core and AG-ACNP I courses. The course will provide
an advanced knowledge relevant to the management of acute and chronic problems
of acutely ill adult-gerontological clients. The student will be prepared to
continue supervised AG-ACNP practicum experience in the high-acuity hospital
environment. Continued focus will be maintained on the assessment, management,
and documentation of common acute health care issues.
Prerequisites: AGAC 6270, 6280.
Corequisite: AGAC 6300.
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AGAC 6300
Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Practicum II (3)
This practicum focuses on the application of knowledge essential to advanced practice nursing with acutely critically ill patients. The focus is on designing and managing interventional strategies for care of acutely critically ill patients utilizing algorithms and implementing outcome measures. A minimum of 125 hours of direct clinical observation with the student's preceptor is required in this section.
Prerequisites: AGAC 6270, 6280.
Corequisite: AGAC 6290.
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AGAC 6320
Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Theory III (3)
This
is the third in the series of four Adult Gerontology Acute Care (AGAC) courses
and builds upon the scientific knowledge acquired in the previous doctor of
nursing practice (D.N.P.) core and AGAC-DNP I and II courses. It will provide
an advanced knowledge relevant to the management of acute and chronic problems
of acutely ill adult-gerontological clients. The student will be prepared to
continue supervised AGAC-D.N.P. practice in the high-acuity hospital
environment in the corequisite practicum course. Continued focus will be
maintained on the assessment and management of common acute health care issues
encountered in adult gerontology clients. Advanced knowledge necessary for
interpretation of laboratory data as well as other diagnostic studies including
EKG diagnosis and radiologic interpretations will be reinforced. The course
content will focus on the application of knowledge essential to advanced
practice nursing with a specific emphasis on pulmonary disease, neurological
disorders, and hematological and infectious diseases.
Prerequisites: AGAC 6290, 6300.
Corequisite: AGAC 6330.
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AGAC 6330
Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Practicum III (3)
This course will provide a practical experience designed to assist the student to develop clinical expertise in caring for acutely and critically ill adult-gerontological clients in a variety of critical care settings. It will focus on the application of knowledge essential to advanced practice nursing.
Prerequisites: NURS 6290, 6300.
Corequisite: AGAC 6320
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AGAC 6340
Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Theory IV (3)
This
is the fourth in the series of four Adult Gerontology Acute Care (AGAC) courses
and builds upon the scientific knowledge acquired in the previous doctor of
nursing practice (D.N.P.) core and AGAC-D.N.P. I, II, and III courses. It will
provide an advanced knowledge relevant to the management of acute and chronic
problems of acutely ill adult-gerontological clients. The student will be
prepared to continue supervised AGAC-D.N.P. practice in the high-acuity
hospital environment in the corequisite practicum course. Continued focus will
be maintained on the assessment and management of common acute health care
issues encountered in adult gerontology clients. Advanced knowledge necessary
for interpretation of laboratory data as well as other diagnostic studies
including EKG diagnosis and radiologic interpretations will be reinforced. The
course content will focus on the application of knowledge essential to advanced
practice nursing with a specific emphasis on management of psychiatric
disorders, end-of-life issues, and common emergencies seen in practice.
Prerequisites: AGAC 6320, 6330.
Corequisite: AGAC 6350.
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AGAC 6350
Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Practicum IV (3)
This
course will provide a culminating practical experience designed to assist the
student to develop clinical expertise in caring for acutely and critically ill
clients in a variety of critical care settings. The course will focus on the
application of knowledge essential to advanced practice nursing. A minimum of
125 hours of direct clinical observation with your preceptor is required in
this section.
Prerequisites: AGAC 6320, 6330.
Corequisite: AGAC 6340.
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AGAC 6360
Pathopharmacology (3)
This
course focuses on the disruptions of physiological systems that immediately or
ultimately produce disease states and on the use of pharmaceutical agents to
prevent or ameliorate those disruptions across the life span. A solid
foundation in the concepts of pharmacologic therapy incorporates biology and
physiology; pathophysiology and chemistry are the foundations of advanced
nursing practice. Patient and population-specific factors that affect the
likelihood of success of a particular pharmaceutical agent therapy or that
increase the danger from untoward effects from pharmaceutical agents are
integrated throughout the course. By examining the evidence-based practice
information, and by the understanding of how pharmaceutical agents work, the
student will be able to understand more fully the disease and treatment. This
course will focus on the major diseases that affect diverse populations. The
student applies previously acquired knowledge in human anatomy and physiology
and pharmacology as well as other basic sciences.
Prerequisites: NURS 5104, 5105; ADHA 5107.
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ANST 6001
Physics/Technology/Equipment in Anesthesia (2)
This
course offers a comprehensive study of the principles of physics applicable to
anesthesia practice, and the technology and equipment commonly
used. Patient and provider wellness is stressed with emphasis on
operating room environmental conditions, including pollution, electrical, fire,
laser, and radiation safety. Low-, medium-, and high-fidelity simulation labs
and case discussions will complement traditional teaching methods.
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ANST 6002
Advanced Physiology (3)
This
course is a comprehensive study of the anatomy and physiology of organ systems
with an emphasis on the integrative and control mechanisms of the body. Topics
to be discussed will include: cellular physiology, neurophysiology, muscle
function, and mechanisms of homeostasis, as well as a detailed study of the
cardiac, pulmonary, autonomic nervous, endocrine, renal, hepatobiliary, and
gastrointestinal systems.
Prerequisite: NURS 5104.
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ANST 6003
Pharmacology of Anesthetics (3)
This
course is a comprehensive study of the pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of
anesthetic agents across the life span. Specific topics include:
pharmacokinetics (absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion) of
intravenous and inhalation anesthetics; pharmacodynamics (mechanism of action)
of injectable and inhalation drugs; pharmacology of opioids, barbiturate, and
nonbarbiturate induction agents; benzodiazepines, antiemetics, and
neuromuscular blocking agents and their use in anesthetic practice. Variables
such as age, genetic variation, and health status, which can influence
individual variability and altered drug response, will be explored.
Prerequisite: NURS 5105.
Corequisite: ANST 6001.
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ANST 6004
Introduction to Anesthetic Management (2)
This
course presents the scientific foundation for, and techniques of,
administration of anesthesia. The provision of individualized, culturally
competent, safe, and effective anesthesia care to patients throughout the life
span is explored. Topics covered include characteristics of general, regional,
and sedation anesthesia; the induction of general anesthesia; principles and
techniques of airway management and ventilation; fluid and electrolyte
management and resuscitation; monitoring standards; and the formulation of an
evidence-supported anesthetic management plan. There is a focus on pulmonary
physiology, pathophysiology, and pulmonary alterations during general
anesthesia. Complications of anesthesia, and their prevention and management,
are also discussed. Low- and medium-fidelity simulation labs and case
discussions will complement traditional teaching methods.
Prerequisites: ANST 6002, 6003.
Corequisites: ANST 6005, 6006, 6201.
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ANST 6005
Anesthesia and Coexisting Disease (3)
This
course is an in-depth analysis of the pathophysiology of body systems relevant
to the science and practice of anesthesia. These topics in human
pathophysiology, which emphasize the changes in physiological parameters
occurring during the disease process, will be presented along with clinical
correlations, in order to integrate them into anesthesia practice. Specific
topics to be examined and integrated into the anesthetic framework will be
anesthetic management of the patient with altered physiologic systems
including: pulmonary, cardiovascular, neurological, endocrine, renal,
hepatobiliary, as well as potential pathology of the general/GYN surgical
patient and hematologic pathology. Anesthetic considerations and accommodations
appropriate to each pathology will be explored.
Prerequisites: ANST 6002, 6003.
Corequisites: ANST 6004, 6006, 6201.
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ANST 6006
Regional Anesthesia (2)
This
course offers a comprehensive study of the anatomy, physiology, and
pharmacology of regional anesthesia. Topics covered include local anesthetics
and additive drugs; spinal, epidural, and peripheral nerve blocks; equipment
and administration techniques; radiologic and ultrasound guidance; and
indications, contraindications, and management of complications of regional
anesthesia. Hands-on workshops; low-, medium-, and high-fidelity simulation
labs; and case discussions will complement traditional teaching methods.
Prerequisites: ANST 6002, 6003.
Corequisites: ANST 6004, 6005, 6201.
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ANST 6007
Pharmacology of Accessory Drugs (2)
This
course expands upon prerequisite pharmacology courses and provides a
comprehensive study of drugs commonly used in conjunction with anesthetic
agents. Interactions with anesthetics, altered pharmacokinetics and
pharmacodynamics due to surgery and anesthesia, and indications unique to the
perioperative setting are studied. Drugs commonly administered during
anesthesia and those used to counteract the adverse effects of anesthetics are
explored. Topics will include analgesics, sedatives, antihypertensives, antiarrhythmics,
vasopressors, bronchodilators, autonomic nervous system agonists and
antagonists, anticoagulants, psychiatric drugs, chemotherapeutics, antibiotics,
immunosuppressants, anti-inflammatory agents, hormones, and homeopathic
remedies.
Prerequisites: ANST 6003, 6004, 6005, 6006, 6201.
Corequisites: ANST 6008, 6009, 6010, 6202.
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ANST 6008
Cardiovascular/Thoracic Anesthesia (2)
This
advanced course expands on prerequisite coursework, and focuses on the
principles and techniques of anesthesia administration for cardiac, vascular,
and thoracic procedures. The anesthetic challenges that are presented by these
procedures, and by the comorbidities associated with the specific patient
population are comprehensively addressed. Topics covered include cardiovascular
physiology, pathophysiology, and pharmacology; alterations of cardiovascular
physiology during anesthesia; invasive monitoring techniques; advanced
hemodynamic management; and anesthetic implications of cardiac and thoracic
surgery. Medium- and high-fidelity simulation labs and case discussions will
complement traditional teaching methods.
Prerequisites: ANST 6004, 6005, 6006, 6201.
Corequisites: ANST 6007, 6009, 6010, 6202.
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ANST 6009
Pediatric Anesthesia (2)
The
anatomic, physiologic, and psychosocial characteristics that distinguish the
pediatric patient from the adult patient are explored, with a focus on how
those differences influence anesthetic care. Common and unusual pathological
conditions associated with the pediatric population, from the premature infant
to the adolescent, are discussed with a system-based approach. Best evidence is
applied in discussions of the anesthetic management of surgical and diagnostic
procedures, including common outpatient procedures and high-acuity surgeries.
Congenital deformities, syndromes, and genetic disorders are studied.
Techniques for the administration of local, regional, and general anesthesia
for the pediatric patient are evaluated. Hands-on workshops, medium- and
high-fidelity simulation labs, and case discussions complement traditional
teaching methods.
Prerequisites: ANST 6004, 6005, 6006, 6201.
Corequisites: ANST 6007, 6008, 6010, 6202.
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ANST 6010
Obstetrical Anesthesia (2)
This
course builds upon knowledge gained in prerequisite courses with application of
that knowledge to a comprehensive study of the anesthetic management of the
obstetrical patient. The anatomical, physiological, and psychosocial changes of
pregnancy, uretero-placental, and fetal physiology and their impact upon
anesthetic management are comprehensively studied. Research evidence and data
are translated in planning safe and effective anesthetic care for the
parturient and fetus undergoing elective or emergent surgery, and in the
provision of labor analgesia. Pathological conditions and complications
associated with pregnancy and their implications for anesthetic management are
analyzed. The psychosocial needs of both the parturient and the family are
considered in discussing the provision of culturally competent and ethical
care. Hands-on workshops, medium- and high-fidelity simulation labs, and case
discussions will complement traditional teaching methods.
Prerequisites: ANST 6004, 6005, 6006, 6201.
Corequisites: ANST 6007, 6008, 6009, 6202.
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ANST 6011
Neurosurgical Anesthesia (2)
This
course offers a comprehensive study of the anatomy, physiology, and
pharmacology of the central and peripheral nervous systems, augmenting the
scientific knowledge necessary for the provision of safe and effective
neurosurgical anesthesia. Topics covered include: neuropathology and its
influence on anesthetic management, pharmacology of drugs commonly used in
neuro-anesthesia, neuro monitoring modalities, evidence-based recommendations
for the anesthetic management of elective and emergent neurosurgical
procedures, and management of complications associated with neuro-anesthesia.
Low-, medium-, and high-fidelity simulation labs and case discussions will
complement traditional teaching methods.
Prerequisites: ANST 6007, 6008, 6009, 6010, 6202.
Corequisites: ANST 6012, 6203.
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ANST 6012
Anesthetic Management for Common Procedures Part I (2)
This
course expands on the foundation built in previous courses and focuses on
anesthesia administration for common procedures such as ophthalmology,
otolaryngology, gastrointestinal, orthopedic, minimally invasive, and
ambulatory procedures for patients throughout the life span. Class discussion
will include the anesthetic implications associated with these procedures,
associated complications, and the comorbidities commonly seen in these patient
populations across the life span. Reading assignments, lectures, case
presentations, and journal club discussions will focus on the student's ability
to synthesize, evaluate, and redesign anesthetic management plans, which are
evidence supported and incorporate current best practice recommendations.
Prerequisites: ANST 6007, 6008, 6009, 6010, 6202.
Corequisites: ANST 6011, 6203.
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ANST 6013
Anesthetic Management for Common Procedures Part II (2)
This
course expands on the foundation built in previous courses and focuses on
anesthesia administration for complicated ENT, urological, renal, hepatic,
endocrine, geriatric, burn, and trauma procedures for patients throughout the
life span. Class discussion will include the anesthetic implications associated
with these procedures, associated complications, and the comorbidities commonly
seen in this patient population. Reading assignments, lectures, case
presentations, and journal club discussions will focus on the student's ability
to synthesize, evaluate, and redesign anesthetic management plans, which are
evidence supported and incorporate current best practice recommendations.
Prerequisites: ANST 6011, 6012, 6203.
Corequisites: ANST 6013, 6014, 6015, 6204.
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ANST 6014
Acute and Chronic Pain Management (1)
This
course builds upon the prerequisite courses as it augments the scientific
knowledge base necessary for the advanced practice nurse anesthetist to
effectively manage acute and chronic pain. Topics covered include anatomy,
physiology, and neurochemistry of pain processing; epidemiologic data; clinical
evaluation and assessment of pain; taxonomy and classification; common chronic
pain syndromes; perioperative pain; cancer pain; and the psychosocial aspect of
pain. Therapeutic interventions such as pharmacologic therapy, chronic pain
diagnostic procedures, interventional regional anesthetic blocks, neurolytic
procedures, and alternative and nontraditional therapies are described as a
part of a multidisciplinary patient-centered approach to pain management across
the life span. Teaching methods include case studies and simulated patient
scenarios.
Prerequisites: ANST 6006, 6011, 6012, 6203.
Corequisites: ANST 6013, 6015, 6204.
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ANST 6015
Quality, Safety, and Access in Anesthesia (2)
This
advanced course analyzes methods of measuring quality, patient safety
strategies, and programs associated with improved patient care outcomes with a
focus on anesthesia care. Health care errors and the impact of errors on the
patient, family, anesthetists, and health care delivery systems are explored.
Utilization of crew resource management, positive deviance, and communication
techniques will be stressed. The student will be prepared to assume a leadership
role in promoting quality and safety in nurse anesthesia practice.
Interdisciplinary professional collaboration and simulation learning will be
incorporated in the teaching methodology.
Prerequisites: ANST 6011, 6012, 6203.
Corequisites: ANST 6013, 6014, 6204.
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ANST 6016
High Acuity/Complex Anesthetic Management (2)
This
advanced course addresses the anesthetic management of critically ill patients
and complex surgical procedures with relatively high morbidity and mortality
rates across the life span. The optimization of medical conditions and
reduction of risks are emphasized. Best practice recommendations will be
highlighted in the anticipation of associated intraoperative and postoperative
complications, their prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. Topics discussed
include blunt and penetrating trauma, massive transfusion protocols, emergency
surgery for patients with uncompensated life-threatening medical conditions,
and end-of-life issues. An interdisciplinary team approach to critical events in
which each provider contributes within their full scope of practice is
promoted. The effect of critical situations on the psychological and physical
well-being of health care providers is explored. The student will be prepared to assume a leadership role
in promoting all aspects of the nurse anesthesia profession.
Prerequisite: ANST 6013.
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ANST 6201
Anesthesia Practicum I (1)
Evidence-based
practice and the translation of scientific knowledge to safe nurse anesthesia
practice will be emphasized in this first of six courses in the clinical
anesthesia practicum. By graduation the student will advance from novice to
proficient in evidence-based, culturally competent, safe, and effective
advanced nursing practice in the anesthesia specialty. This first practicum
course provides a participatory introduction to nurse anesthesia practice and
affords the opportunity for initial development of applicable technical,
organizational, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. It complements
concurrent didactic anesthesia courses by allowing students to better apply
complex or abstract concepts. With the constant support and direction of a qualified
anesthesia provider as preceptor, the student will synthesize evidence-based
and patient-specific anesthetic management plans, implement care, monitor
patient response, evaluate outcomes, and revise management plans as indicated.
Prerequisites: ANST 6002, 6003.
Corequisites: ANST 6004, 6005, 6006.
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ANST 6202
Anesthesia Practicum II (1)
This
is the second of six courses in the clinical anesthesia practicum in which the
student will advance by graduation from novice to proficient in
evidence-based, culturally competent, safe, and effective advanced nursing
practice in the anesthesia specialty. This second clinical course provides
continued and increasingly autonomous nurse anesthesia practice and affords the
opportunity for further development of applicable technical, organizational,
critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. The practicum emphasizes
evidence-based practice and the translation of scientific knowledge to safe
nurse anesthesia practice. It complements concurrent didactic anesthesia
courses by allowing students to better apply complex or abstract concepts. With
the constant support and direction of a qualified anesthesia provider as
preceptor, the student will synthesize increasingly comprehensive
evidence-based and patient-specific anesthetic management plans, and assume
increasing responsibility for the implementation of care, monitoring of patient
response, evaluation of outcomes, and revision of management plans as indicated.
Prerequisite: ANST 6201.
Corequisites: ANST 6007, 6008, 6009, 6010.
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ANST 6203
Anesthesia Practicum III (3)
This
is the third of six courses in the clinical anesthesia practicum in which the
student will advance by graduation from novice to proficient in
evidence-based, culturally competent, safe, and effective advanced nursing
practice in the anesthesia specialty. This third clinical course provides a
continued and increasingly autonomous nurse anesthesia practice and affords the
opportunity for further development of applicable technical, organizational,
critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. The practicum emphasizes
evidence-based practice and the translation of scientific knowledge to safe
nurse anesthesia practice. It builds upon previous and concurrent didactic
anesthesia courses by allowing students to better apply complex or abstract
concepts. With the support and direction of a qualified anesthesia provider as
preceptor, the student will synthesize increasingly comprehensive
evidence-based and patient-specific anesthetic management plans, and assume
increasing responsibility for the implementation of care, monitoring of patient
response, evaluation of outcomes, and revision of management plans as
indicated. Clinical rotations that afford experiences in specialty areas of
anesthesia practice such as cardiovascular, neurosurgical, obstetric,
pediatric, emergency, and trauma anesthesia are offered during the full-time
anesthesia practicum through graduation, and may be included in this course.
Prerequisite: ANST 6202.
Corequisites: ANST 6011, 6012.
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ANST 6204
Anesthesia Practicum IV (3)
This
is the fourth of six courses in the clinical anesthesia practicum during which
the student will advance by graduation from novice to proficient in
evidence-based, culturally competent, safe, and effective advanced nursing
practice in the anesthesia specialty. This fourth clinical course provides a
continued and increasingly autonomous nurse anesthesia practice and affords the
opportunity for further development of applicable technical, organizational,
critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. The practicum emphasizes
evidence-based practice and the translation of scientific knowledge to safe
nurse anesthesia practice. It builds upon previous and concurrent didactic
anesthesia courses by allowing students to better apply complex or abstract
concepts. With the support and direction of a qualified anesthesia provider as
preceptor, the student will synthesize increasingly comprehensive
evidence-based and patient-specific anesthetic management plans, and assume
increasing responsibility for the implementation of care, monitoring of patient
response, evaluation of outcomes, and revision of management plans as
indicated. Clinical rotations that afford experience in specialty areas of
anesthesia practice such as cardiovascular, neurosurgical, obstetric,
pediatric, emergency, and trauma anesthesia are offered during the full-time
Anesthesia Practicum through graduation, and may be included in this course.
Prerequisites: ANST 6011, 6012, 6203.
Corequisites: ANST 6013, 6014, 6015.
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ANST 6205
Anesthesia Practicum V (3)
This
is the fifth of six courses in the clinical anesthesia practicum during which
the student will advance by graduation from novice to proficient in
evidence-based, culturally competent, safe, and effective advanced nursing
practice in the anesthesia specialty. This fifth clinical course provides a
continued and increasingly autonomous nurse anesthesia practice and affords the
opportunity for refinement of applicable technical, organizational, critical
thinking, and problem-solving skills. The practicum emphasizes evidence-based
practice and the translation of scientific knowledge to safe nurse anesthesia
practice. It builds upon previous and concurrent courses as students translate
scientific knowledge into autonomous advanced nursing practice. With the
support and direction of a qualified anesthesia provider as preceptor, the
student will synthesize increasingly comprehensive evidence-based and
patient-specific anesthetic management plans, and assume increasing
responsibility for the implementation of care, monitoring of patient response,
evaluation of outcomes, and revision of management plans as indicated. Clinical
rotations that afford experience in specialty areas of anesthesia practice such
as cardiovascular, neurosurgical, obstetric, pediatric, emergency, and trauma
anesthesia are offered during the full-time Anesthesia Practicum through
graduation, and may be included in this course.
Prerequisites: ANST 6013, 6014, 6015, 6204.
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ANST 6206
Anesthesia Practicum VI (1)
This
is the last of six courses in the clinical anesthesia practicum during which
the student will advance by graduation from novice to proficient in
evidence-based, culturally competent, safe, and effective advanced nursing
practice in the anesthesia specialty. This final clinical course provides
maximally responsible nurse anesthesia practice and affords the opportunity for
further refinement of applicable technical, organizational, critical thinking,
and problem-solving skills. The practicum emphasizes evidence-based practice
and the translation of scientific knowledge to safe nurse anesthesia practice.
It builds upon previous and concurrent courses as students translate scientific
knowledge into autonomous advanced nursing practice. With the support and
direction of a qualified anesthesia provider as preceptor, the student will
synthesize increasingly comprehensive evidence-based and patient-specific
anesthetic management plans, and assume increasing autonomous responsibility
for the implementation of care, monitoring of patient response, evaluation of
outcomes, and revision of management plans as indicated. Clinical rotations
that afford advanced experiences in specialty areas of anesthesia practice may
be included in this course.
Prerequisite: ANST 6205.
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Nurse Midwifery
(Course sequencing: WHNM 6207 and 6208; WHNM 6307 and 6308; WHNM 6107 and 6108; NMID 6406, 6407, and 6408; NMID 6507)
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Women's Health Nurse Practitioner
(Course sequencing: WHNM 6207 and 6208; WHNM 6307 and 6308; WHNM 6107 and 6108; WHNP 6507 and 6508)
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Dual Women's Health/Nurse Midwifery
(Course sequencing: WHNM 6207 and 6208; WHNM 6307 and 6308; WHNM 6107 and 6108; NMID 6406, 6407, and 6408; WHNM 6507)
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WHNM 6207
Women's Health/Nurse-Midwifery Theory I: Gynecological Care (3)
The
focus of this course is the delivery of primary gynecological health care from
menarche through the climacteric. Content will focus on women seeking
gynecologic screening, contraception, and/or treatment of acute and chronic
gynecologic problems. Principles of pharmacology, pathophysiology, health
promotion, and cultural considerations are integrated throughout the course.
Ethical and social issues surrounding reproductive choices for women will be
addressed. Standards of care, competencies, and risk management principles as
set forth by the American College of Nurse-Midwives (ACNM), the Association of
Women's Health, Obstetric, and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN), and the National
Association of Nurse Practitioners in Women's Health (NPWH) are presented.
Prerequisites: NURS 5104, 5105; ADHA 5107.
Corequisite: WHNM 6208.
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WHNM 6208
Women's Health/Nurse-Midwifery Practicum I: Gynecological Care (3)
This
course provides opportunity to apply the theory learned in WHNM 6207 with a
focus on the clinical integration of health promotion, health maintenance, and
the diagnosis and treatment of common, acute, and chronic illnesses of women
across the life span. The goal is for the student to develop sound diagnostic
and management skills, incorporating legal and ethical principles in decision-making
as a primary care provider to women in diverse settings per standards of care.
Competencies and risk management principles as set forth by the American
College of Nurse-Midwives (ACNM), the Association of Women's Health, Obstetric,
and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN), and the National Association of Nurse
Practitioners in Women's Health (NPWH) are presented.
Prerequisites: NURS 5104, 5105; ADHA 5107.
Corequisite: WHNM 6207.
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WHNM 6307
Women's Health/Nurse-Midwifery Theory II: Childbearing (3)
This
course examines pregnancy as a physiological process that is affected by a
variety of factors including culture, socioeconomic status, and heath
disparities. Emphasis is on management and support of the normal childbearing
process. Risk assessment of the pregnant woman is discussed including genetics,
early identification of deviations from normal, and high-risk behaviors. The
use of technology applicable to prenatal care is examined. Evidence-based
management of pharmacological and nonpharmacological therapies is presented.
Ethical, legal, and political issues relevant to prenatal well-being are
considered. Standards of care, competencies, and risk management principles as
set forth by the American College of Nurse-Midwives (ACNM), the Association of Women's
Health, Obstetric, and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN), and the National Association
of Nurse Practitioners in Women's Health (NPWH) are presented.
Prerequisites: NURS 5104, 5105; ADHA 5107.
Corequisite: WMNM 6308.
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WHNM 6308
Women's Health/Nurse-Midwifery Practicum II: Childbearing (3)
This
course provides opportunity to apply the theory learned in WHNM 6307 with clinical
experience in the management and support of pregnancy as a physiological
process that is affected by a variety of factors, including culture,
socioeconomic status, and heath disparities, with an emphasis on the normal
childbearing process. Students will be expected to conduct risk assessment
including genetics, high-risk behaviors, and early identification of deviations
from normal; manage technology applicable to prenatal care; and apply
evidence-based management of pharmacological and non-pharmacological therapies.
Ethical, legal, and political issues relevant to prenatal wellbeing will be
applied in the clinical setting based on the standards of care, competencies,
and risk management principles as set forth by the American College of
Nurse-Midwives (ACNM), the Association of Women's Health, Obstetric, and
Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN), and the National Association of Nurse Practitioners
in Women's Health (NPWH).
Prerequisites: NURS 5104, 5105; ADHA 5107.
Corequisite: WHNM 6307.
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WHNM 6107
Women's Health/Nurse-Midwifery Theory III: Primary Care (3)
The
focus of this course is the integration of health promotion, health
maintenance, and the diagnosis and treatment of common acute and chronic
illnesses of women across the life span. The student will develop sound
diagnostic and management skills and incorporate legal and ethical principles
in decision-making as a primary care provider to women in diverse settings.
Standards of care, competencies, and risk management principles as set forth by
the American College of Nurse-Midwives (ACNM), the Association of Women's
Health, Obstetric, and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN), and the National Association
of Nurse Practitioners in Women's Health (NPWH) are presented.
Prerequisites: NURS 5104, 5105; ADHA 5107.
Corequisite: WHNM 6108.
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WHNM 6108
Women's Health/Nurse-Midwifery Practicum III: Primary Care (3)
This course provides opportunity to apply the theory learned
in WHNM 6107 with a focus on the clinical integration of health promotion,
health maintenance, and the diagnosis and treatment of common, acute, and
chronic illnesses of women across the life span. The goal is for the student to
develop sound diagnostic and management skills, incorporating legal and ethical
principles in decision-making as a primary care provider to women in diverse
settings per standards of care. Competencies and risk management principles as
set forth by the American College of Nurse-Midwives (ACNM), the Association of
Women's Health, Obstetric, and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN), and the National
Association of Nurse Practitioners in Women's Health (NPWH) are presented.
Prerequisites: NURS 5104, 5105; ADHA 5107.
Corequisite: WHNM 6107.
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WHNM 6109
Mental Health, Intimate Partner Violence, and Addictive Behaviors in Women (3)
This course provides the advanced practice nursing and
midwifery student with a foundation for the recognition and management of
intimate partner violence, substance abuse, and common deviations in mental
health in women. The goal is to provide nurse practitioner and midwifery
students with the information needed for prevention, early identification,
assessment, appropriate interventions, and resource referrals for clients and
families at risk. Students will learn diagnostic and management regimens for
common problems related to individual lifestyle choices. Standards of care,
competencies, and risk management principles as set forth by the American
College of Nurse-Midwives (ACNM), the Association of Women's Health, Obstetric,
and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN), and the National Association of Nurse Practitioners
in Women's Health (NPWH) are presented.
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NMID 6406
Nurse Midwifery Theory IV: Intrapartum and Postpartum (3)
Students
will synthesize knowledge and evidence-based theory from nursing, social, behavioral,
and basic sciences into the nurse-midwifery management of the intrapartum and
postpartum periods. Standards of care, competencies, and risk management
principles as set forth by the American College of Nurse-Midwives (ACNM) are
presented.
Prerequisites: NURS 5104, 5105; ADHA 5107; WHNM 6107, 6108.
Corerequisites: NMID 6407, 6408.
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NMID 6407
Nurse Midwifery Theory V: Neonate and Breastfeeding (2)
Students
will synthesize knowledge and evidence-based theory from nursing, social, behavioral,
and basic sciences into the nurse-midwifery management of the neonate and
family. Students will also review the anatomy and physiology of the normal,
pregnant, postpartum, and lactating breast. Physical and emotional development
of the breastfeeding dyad will be studied and applied though practicum. Standards of care, competencies, and risk
management principles as set forth by the American College of Nurse-Midwives
(ACNM) are presented.
Prerequisites: NURS 5104, 5105; ADHA 5107; WHNM 6107, 6108.
Corequisites: NMID 6406, 6408.
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NMID 6408
Nurse Midwifery Practicum VI: Intrapartum, Postpartum, and Neonatology (5)
This
course provides opportunity to apply the theory learned in NMID 6406 and 6407
with opportunity to synthesize knowledge and evidence-based theory from
nursing, social, behavioral, and basic sciences into the nurse-midwifery
management of the intrapartum, postpartum, and neonatal periods. Supervised
clinical experiences with nurse-midwifery preceptors provide the student with opportunities
in labor, birth, postpartum, and neonatal care to practice the diagnostic
reasoning, interpersonal, and communication skills necessary to meet the
standards of care, competencies, and risk management principles as set forth by
the American College of Nurse-Midwives (ACNM).
Prerequisites: NURS 5104, 5105; ADHA 5107; WHNM 6107, 6108.
Corequisites: NMID 6406, 6407.
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NMID 6507
Integrated Nurse Midwifery Theory and Practicum VII (5)
This
course prepares the student for the fully integrated practice of nurse-midwifery
including primary care, childbearing, gynecological, and intrapartum/postpartum
care of women across the life span. Neonatology and breastfeeding are also
integrated. Emphasis is placed on collaborative management of identified health
problems to achieve desired patient outcomes and operationalize the role of the
nurse-midwife. Students will be expected to develop sound diagnostic and
management skills and incorporate legal and ethical principles in decision-making
as primary care providers to women in diverse settings. Standards of care
competencies and risk management principles as set forth by the American
College of Nurse-Midwives (ACNM).
Prerequisites: NMID 6406, 6407, 6408.
This course is open to midwifery students only.
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WHNM 6507
Integrated Women's Health/Nurse Midwifery Theory and Practicum VII (6)
This
course prepares the student for the fully integrated practice of
nurse-midwifery and women's advance practice NP, including primary care,
childbearing, gynecological, and intrapartum/postpartum care of women across the
life span. Neonatology and breastfeeding are also integrated. Emphasis is
placed on collaborative management of identified health problems to achieve
desired patient outcomes and operationalize the role of the nurse-midwife and
women's health NP. Students will be expected to develop sound diagnostic and
management skills incorporating legal and ethical principles in decision-making
as primary care providers to women in diverse settings, including, but not
limited to, outpatient offices, hospital labor and delivery units, and others,
such as birth centers and home deliveries. Standards of care competencies and
risk management principles as set forth by the American College of
Nurse-Midwives(ACNM), National Certification
Corporation (NCC) Women's Health Nurse Practitioner, and the Association
of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN) are incorporated.
Prerequisites: NMID 6406, 6407, 6408.
This course is open to dual women's health/nurse midwifery students only.
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WHNP 6507
Women's Health Theory IV: Integration of Role (3)
This course prepares the student for the fully integrated
practice of women's health including primary care, childbearing, and
gynecological care of women across the life span. Emphasis is placed on
collaborative management of identified health problems to achieve desired
patient outcomes and operationalize the role of the women's health nurse
practitioner. Students will be expected to develop sound diagnostic and
management skills, incorporating legal and ethical principles in decision-making as a primary care provider to women in diverse settings. Standards of
care, competencies, and risk management principles as set forth by the National
Association of Nurse Practitioners in Women's Health (NPWH) and the Association
of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN) are incorporated.
Prerequisites: WHNM 6107, 6108.
Corequisite: WHNM 6508.
This course is open to women's health students only.
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WHNP 6508
Women's Health Practicum IV: Integration of Role (3)
This clinical course prepares the student for the fully
integrated practice of women's health including primary care, childbearing, and
gynecological care of women across the life span. Students assume the
professional advanced practice role by applying critical thinking, diagnostic
reasoning skills, and evidence-based practice to identify, treat illness, and
promote health. Emphasis is placed on collaborative management of identified
health problems to achieve desired patient outcomes and operationalize the role
of the women's health nurse practitioner. Students will be expected to develop
sound diagnostic and management skills, incorporating legal and ethical
principles in decision-making as a primary care provider to women in diverse
settings. Standards of care, competencies, and risk management principles as
set forth by the National Association of Nurse Practitioners in Women's Health
(NPWH) and the Association of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses
(AWHONN) are incorporated.
Prerequisites: WHNM 6107, 6108.
Corequisite: WHNM 6507.
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Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
(Course Sequencing: PNP 6560 and 6570; 6540 and 6550;
6580 and 6590; 6710 and 6720)
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PNP 5105
Pediatric Clinical Pharmacology (3)
This course will focus on pediatric pharmacotherapeutics
with an emphasis on pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, administration, and
education. Prescribing practices, client education, and the developmental
aspects of pediatric pharmacokinetics and administration will be emphasized.
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PNP 5103
Advanced Pediatric Physiology and Assessment (3)
This pediatric-focused course complements
previously learned material from Advanced Pathophysiology and Health Assessment
to enhance and supplement the knowledge and skills of the pediatric advanced
practice nurse. This course explores biological and physiological deviations
related to embryology, genetics, congenital anomalies, adaptation to
extrauterine life, immunology, and the physiology of puberty. Diagnostic
screening, testing, and assessment principles of common genetic health
conditions will be reviewed. Specific assessment techniques and communication
skills for age- and developmentally-appropriate physical examinations and
normal and variations of normal will be discussed.
Prerequisites: ADHA 5107, NURS 5104.
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PNP 6560
Primary Care of Children I: Health Promotion (3)
This course prepares students to integrate foundational theory and research knowledge into the comprehensive delivery of pediatric primary care to infants, children, adolescents, and families. Specific strategies for culturally sensitive health promotion, and illness and injury prevention will be covered.
Prerequisites: PNP 5105, 5103; NURS 5104; ADHA 5107.
Corequisite: PNP 6570.
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PNP 6570
Primary Care of Children Practicum I (3)
This
course provides an opportunity for students to apply knowledge attained in Primary
Care of Children Theory I in a supervised clinical setting. The course focuses
on health promotion of infants, children, and adolescents in the primary care
setting.
Prerequisites: PNP 5105, 5103; NURS 5104; ADHA 5107.
Corequisite: PNP 6560.
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PNP 6540
Primary Care of Children II: Common Mild/Acute Illnesses (3)
This
course builds upon the knowledge and skills of health assessment and primary
care diagnosis and management obtained in the prerequisite courses Primary Care
of Children I as well as Advanced Health Assessment of Child/Adolescent.
Students learn to recognize and manage acute illnesses of infants, children,
and adolescents in the primary care setting. Students are encouraged to critically
analyze significant patient data to determine priority alterations in health
patterns and diagnoses. The focus of the course is on the development of
clinical judgment, which is necessary for the design and implementation of
comprehensive treatment and management plans.
Prerequisites: PNP 6560, 6570.
Corequisite: PNP 6550.
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PNP 6550
Primary Care of Children Practicum II (3)
This
course provides an opportunity for students to apply knowledge attained in
Primary Care of Children Theory II in a supervised clinical setting. The course
focuses on recognition and management of mild, acute illnesses of infants,
children, and adolescents in the primary care and other diverse settings.
Prerequisites: PNP 6560, 6570.
Corequisite: PNP 6540.
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PNP 6580
Primary Care of Children: Chronic Conditions III (3)
This
course builds upon the knowledge and skills of health assessment and primary
care diagnosis and management obtained in the prerequisite courses Primary Care
of Children I and II as well as Health Assessment of Child/Adolescent. Students
learn to manage chronic illnesses of infants, children, and adolescents. The
focus of the course is on the development of clinical judgment that is
necessary for the design and implementation of comprehensive treatment and management
plans in coordination with the specialty providers for stable chronic disease
as well as exacerbation of chronic health problems. Students learn to diagnose
and manage children with chronic illness.
Prerequisites: PNP 6540, 6550.
Corequisite: PNP 6590.
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PNP 6590
Primary Care of Children Practicum III (3)
This course provides an opportunity for students to apply
knowledge attained in Primary Care of Children Theory III in a supervised
clinical setting. The course focuses on recognition, diagnosis, and management
of chronic conditions of infants, children, and adolescents.
Prerequisites: PNP 6540, 6550. Corequisite: PNP 6580.
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PNP 6710
Primary Care of Children Theory IV: Contemporary Issues in Primary Care (3)
The focus of this course is on the pediatric
nurse practitioner role in developing, implementing, and evaluating
comprehensive complex co-morbid health conditions with pediatric clients.
Applications of effective strategies with selected contemporary issues,
families, and populations are emphasized utilizing the interprofessional team.
The course provides an opportunity for synthesis of knowledge and skills
including management and communication strategies, health policies and trends, and ethical principles relative to advanced pediatric care. Course content builds upon the information
related to the principles of health promotion, disease prevention, and
assessment and management of current clinical issues in preparation for novice
clinical practice. Structured review of
concepts and conditions pertinent to successful national board certification
examination is provided.
Prerequisites: PNP 6580, 6590.
Corequisite: PNP 6720.
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PNP 6720
Primary Care of Children Practicum IV (3)
This course provides an opportunity to apply knowledge attained in Primary Care of
Children IV in a supervised clinical setting. The course focuses on primary
care of infants, children, and adolescents with complex health conditions.
Prerequisites: PNP 6580, 6590.
Corequisite: PNP 6710.
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Family Nurse
Practitioner
(Course sequencing: AGPC 6600 and 6610; 6620 and 6630;
FHNP 6750 and 6760; AGPC 6640 and 6650; 6660 and 6670)See the Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse
Practitioner section for a description of the AGPC courses.
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FHNP 6750
Family-Centered Primary Care for Infants, Children, and Adolescents Theory (3)
This course will provide a theoretical foundation for advanced practice nursing
students who deliver primary care to infants, children, and adolescents as part
of the family setting. Students will incorporate the principles of growth and
development into their use of evidence-based practice guidelines. Differential
diagnoses for common episodic and chronic conditions encountered during
infancy, childhood, and adolescence will be considered. Well-child care, health
promotion, and illness prevention education and counseling strategies sensitive
to a culturally diverse practice will be discussed.
Prerequisites: NURS 5104, 5105; ADHA 5107.
Corequisite: FHNP 6760.
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FHNP 6760
Family-Centered Primary Care for Infants, Children, and Adolescents Practicum (3)
In this course, advanced practice nursing students will deliver primary care to
infants, children, and adolescents, as part of the family setting. Building
upon concepts learned in prior courses, students will adapt assessment and
management techniques to children. Students will utilize current evidence-based
practice guidelines to guide practice strategies for well-child surveillance,
health promotion, illness prevention, and treatment of common episodic and
chronic conditions encountered during infancy, childhood, and adolescence.
Health education, communication, and counseling strategies will be delivered in
the context of pediatric primary care within a culturally diverse environment.
Prerequisites: NURS 5104, 5105; ADHA 5107.
Corequisite: FHNP 6750.
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Family Nurse Practitioner/Emergency Care
(Course sequencing: AGPC 6600 and 6610; 6620 and 6630;
FHNP 6750 and 6760; AGPC 6640 and 6650; 6660 and 6670)
See the Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner section for a description of the AGPC courses.
See the Family Nurse Practitioner section for a description of the FHNP courses.
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FENP 6550
FNP in Emergency Care Theory I (3)
This course provides the family nurse practitioner in emergency care student with an
expansive knowledge base to evaluate and manage patients across the
life span in the prehospital, urgent care, and emergency department
setting. An evidence-based, systems approach is used to address common medical
and surgical emergencies. Relevant theory and research related to
pharmacologic, nonpharmacologic, and complementary alternative medicine
interventions are examined with an emphasis on the cultural and cost-effective
aspects of health care delivery. In addition, provider-patient communication in
the prehospital, urgent care, and emergency department environment is analyzed
and barriers to patient compliance are identified.
Prerequisites: NURS 5104, 5105; ADHA 5107.
Corequisite: FENP 6560.
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FENP 6560
FNP in Emergency Care Practicum I (5)
This course provides the family nurse practitioner in emergency care student with an
expansive knowledge base to evaluate and manage patients across the
life span in the pre-emergency department, urgent care, and
emergency department setting. An evidence-based, systems approach is used to
address common medical and surgical emergencies. Relevant theory and research
related to pharmacologic, nonpharmacologic, and complementary alternative
medicine interventions are examined with an emphasis on the cultural and
cost-effective aspects of health care delivery. In addition, provider-patient
communication in the pre-emergency department, urgent care, and emergency
department environment is analyzed and barriers to patient compliance are
identified.
Prerequisites: NURS 5104, 5105; ADHA 5107.
Corequisite: FENP 6550.
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FENP 6570
FNP in Emergency Care Theory II (3)
This course provides the family nurse practitioner in emergency care student with an
expansive knowledge base to evaluate and manage patients across the
life span in the pre-emergency department, urgent care, and
emergency department (ED) setting. An evidence-based, systems approach is used
to address common obstetrical, pediatric, toxicological, environmental, and
trauma-related emergencies. Relevant theory and research related to
pharmacologic, nonpharmacologic, and complementary alternative medicine
interventions are examined with an emphasis on the cultural and cost-effective
aspects of health care delivery. In addition, legal issues within the ED
setting including chain of evidence and reportable events, such as domestic/partner
violence, sexual assault, child abuse, and other criminal activity, are
discussed. An emphasis is placed on disease and injury control and prevention.
Prerequisites: FENP 6550, 6560.
Corequisite: FENP 6580.
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FENP 6580
FNP in Emergency Care Practicum II (5)
This course provides the family nurse practitioner in emergency care student with
the opportunity to manage the care of patients across
the life span in obstetrical, pediatric, trauma, psychiatric mental
health, acute emergencies in the pre-emergency department, urgent
care, and emergency department settings as well as victims of violence in
collaboration with law enforcement. Additionally, students are exposed to
various emergency situations in a simulated environment, working with students
from interprofessional programs. Pharmacologic, nonpharmacologic, complementary
alternative medicine, diagnostic approaches, and surgical interventions are
practiced. Students are expected to apply skills previously learned and to
modify responses to meet the needs of the patient.
Prerequisites: FENP 6550, 6560.
Corequisite: FENP 6570.
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FENP 6590
FENP Competency Practicum (5)
This course provides the family nurse practitioner in emergency care student with
the opportunity to develop competencies related to the care of an emergency
patient across the life span. These competencies include surgical interventions, such as wound closure and
incision and drainage and airway management, as well as diagnostic testing to
include radiology, EKG interpretation, and ultrasonography. Students will
complete clinical rotations in a variety of settings that include the operating
room, radiology, labor and delivery, orthopedics, pre-emergency department
care, and toxicology. Students will also participate in simulated scenarios
with interprofessional students to include case management, communication
exercises, invasive line insertion procedures, fast track/express care, and
other related competencies. An emphasis will be placed on the Emergency Nurses
Association competencies for emergency nurse practitioners as well as the NONPF
competencies. Students will be expected to analyze and synthesize care plans
for the management of emergency patients of all ages to include diagnostics,
interventions, and implementation of care.
Prerequisites: NURS 5104, 5105; ADHA 5107.
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Nursing Leadership
(Course Sequencing Post-baccalaureate to D.N.P: CLDR 6400 and 6410; CLDR 6420 and 6430; CLDR 6440 and 6450, 6460 and 6470)
(Course Sequencing Post-Masters to D.N.P: CLDR 6400; CLDR 6420; CLDR 6440; CLDR 6460)
(Course Sequencing M.S.N: CLDR 6400 and 6410; CLDR 6420 and 6430; CLDR 6440 and 6450)
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CLDR 6400
Leadership across the Continuum Theory (3)
Focuses on the theories, behaviors, strategies, and tools related to transformational leadership. Students will critically analyze
theories and evidence relevant to the influence of transformational leadership
on health care policy, organizational performance, staff performance, and
patient safety and outcomes. Synthesizing theories and evidence, students will
formulate a leadership implementation plan.
Corequisite for B.S.N. to D.N.P. and B.S. to M.S.N. students: CLDR 6410.
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CLDR 6410
Leadership across the Continuum Practicum (3)
This practicum focuses on the application of theories and evidence-based knowledge
essential to effective transformational leadership practices in health care
organizations. The foci of this course are the assessment of leadership
methods, organizational responses, and the implementation and evaluation of a
leadership plan. Based on self-assessments, students will also develop a
personalized plan for the continuing development of their transformational
leadership skills.
Corequisite: CLRD 6400.
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CLDR 6420
Organizational Complexity Theory (3)
Analyzes health care organizations through the lens of organizational theories, systems
thinking, and the science of complexity. Students will synthesize the tenets of
systems and complexity science and evaluate their relationships to
organizational inputs, processes, and output, including patient and employee
outcomes. The impact of internal and external forces on organizations will be
analyzed, inclusive of organizational ethics. Theory and evidence-based
strategies to create and negotiate within high-performing complex organizations
will be analyzed and evaluated.
Corequisite for B.S.N. to D.N.P. and B.S. to M.S.N. students: CLDR 6430.
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CLDR 6430
Organizational Complexity Practicum (3)
This practicum focuses on the application of theories and evidence-based knowledge
related to complex organizations. Students will synthesize and apply
organizational theories and evidence-based principles at a
systems/organizational level as they work with an executive or leadership team.
Corequisite: CLDR 6420.
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CLDR 6440
Quality and Safety in Health Care Theory (3)
Theories, models, and strategies related to quality and safety practices. Donabedian's
framework of structure, process, and outcome will be used to organize national
and organizational indicators most commonly used by health care organizations.
The student will critically analyze nursing's influence on patient safety and
health care outcomes and their impact on organizational performance inclusive
of the selection, measurement methods, and application and reporting methods.
Students will synthesize gaps in quality and safety measurement and identify
areas for potential research and/or education.
Corequisite for B.S.N. to D.N.P. and B.S. to M.S.N. students: CLDR 6450.
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CLDR 6450
Quality and Safety in Health Care Practicum (3)
This practicum focuses on the synthesis and translation of quality and safety
theories, models, and principles at an organizational level. Working with the
organization, the student will assess the organization's culture of safety:
evaluate quality and safety plans, indicators selected, methodology utilized,
and translation of the improvement into practice for adoption, adaption, or abandonment.
Corequisite: CLDR 6440.
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CLDR 6460
Creating and Sustaining Quality Organizations Theory (3)
Focuses on synthesizing the theories, principles, and strategies built
upon in the previous theory and practicum courses along with innovation and
diffusion theories and relating them to an organizational evaluation of
performance excellence. Evaluating
factors contributing to creating and sustaining high-performance organizations
inclusive of organizational governance, workforce engagement, capability and
capacity, environmental factors, work process design, learning capacity, data
application and its cumulative impact on creating high-performance quality
organization will be explored. Internal
and external predictors of success will be incorporated by viewing success
through the eyes of the various stakeholders.
Corequisite for B.S.N. to D.N.P. and B.S. to M.S.N. students: CLDR 6470.
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CLDR 6470
Creating and Sustaining Quality Organizations Practicum (3)
This practicum focuses on the synthesis of theories and evidence-based knowledge
obtained from previous courses and applied at an executive-level strategic
planning project identified by the site. The project development and implementation is expected to evaluate its
impact on cost, quality, and/or access to care depending on the scope of the evaluation.
Corequisite: CLDR 6460.
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CLDR 6510
Managing Human Capital (3)
Ethical, legal, regulatory, and theory-based principles essential for effectively
managing a health care workforce. Students will evaluate and synthesize theory
and evidence-based strategies for creating a supportive and healthy work environment.
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CLDR 6530
Health Care Economics and Business Practices (3)
The focus of this course is to analyze theories and principles of health care
economics at a macro and micro level. The student will analyze health care
economics and its impact on organizational stability, organizational ethics,
patient outcomes, and the workforce capacity. The student will synthesize
accounting and standard business principles and translate them to health care
organization operations.
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Psychiatric/Mental
Health Nurse Practitioner
(Course Sequencing: MHP 6140 and 6150; 6160 and 6170;
6180 and 6190; 6210 and 6220)
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MHP 6090
Principles of Psychopharmacology (3)
This life span course covers basic neuropsychopharmacology and the pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of various psychopharmacologic drugs. It includes the new area of pharmacogenetics as well as the core concepts of biological psychiatry. Reviews anatomy and physiology of brain and neuron and basic principles of drug absorption, distribution, and metabolism for clients across the life span. Drug-receptor-neurotransmitter interactions, neurophysiological mechanisms involved in synaptic activity, and the distribution of specific neurotransmitter systems are a critical focus. Implications of genetics, ethnicity, gender, and medical illnesses on prescribing practices will be explored. The course will also examine special issues including polypharmacy and ethical-legal issues of prescribing for the psychiatric nurse practitioner.
Prerequisites: NURS 5104, 5105; ADHA 5107.
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MHP 6110
Theoretical Foundations of Psychotherapy (3)
This advanced practice psychiatric nursing course is designed to explore the theory and application of individual, family, and group psychotherapy across the life span. It introduces students to psychotherapy concepts in order to begin to identify a personal theoretical orientation. Major schools of psychotherapy will be examined and evaluated for application across the life span with particular emphasis on evidenced-based practices. The role of psychotherapy for the psychiatric mental health advanced practice nurse will be examined in relation to cultural, ethical, and legal issues across the life span.
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MHP 6310
Biopsychosocial Assessment and Differential Diagnosis in Advanced Practice Nursing (3)
This course will examine the advanced concepts of assessment, psychopathology, and differential diagnosis in advanced practice psychiatric-mental health nursing. The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (fifth edition) will be utilized to formulate diagnoses and treatment formulations for psychiatric patients across the life span. The course will review the components and use of the comprehensive psychiatric evaluation as means to gather clinical data and information during a psychiatric interview. Various theoretical perspectives about the etiology of common psychiatric disorders will be reviewed. Factors related to epidemiology, genetics, gender, culture, and ethnicity of psychiatric disorders across the life span will be analyzed. A strong emphasis is placed on proper assessment and identification of discrete aspects of cognition, affect, and behavior in the diagnosis and treatment planning of psychiatric illness.
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MHP 6140
Human Behavior Theory I: Care of the Adult and the Older Adult and Family (3)
This course will focus on synthesized advanced practice knowledge relevant to the multidimensional assessment and interventions processes of the adult and older adult and their family. The examination of theoretical models, evidenced-based practice, and research findings pertinent to neuroscience, psychopharmacology, and psychotherapeutic/psychosocial interventions is evaluated for best evidence-based practices. Students will examine clinical therapeutics, lifestyle modification, and complementary therapies as part of their clinical decision making. Knowledge needed for mental health assessment, differential diagnosis, and interventions with culturally diverse individuals is addressed. Diverse psychiatric settings and their patient population dynamics, including presenting psychiatric and medical symptoms and interventions, will be analyzed as part of the advanced practice role.
Prerequisites: NURS 5104, 5105; ADHA 5107; MHP 6090, 6110, 6310. Corequisite: MHP 6150.
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MHP 6150
Human Behavior Practicum I: Care of the Adult and the Older Adult and Family (3)
This practicum is designed to synthesize
advanced practice knowledge relevant to persons with psychiatric illness and
their families. Treatment models and evidenced-based research findings related
to the primary, secondary, and tertiary care through the adult life span is
considered in the clinical settings.
Acute and chronic mental health changes will be evaluated focusing on
hallucinations, delusions, metabolic states, mood changes, suicidality, and co-occurring
medical issues. Clinical practicums will
focus on the incorporation of advanced skills related to conducting psychiatric
evaluations; determining differential diagnoses; developing clinical case
formulations and treatment plans; delivering evidenced-based supportive, brief,
and short-term individual, group, and family psychotherapy; identifying and
evaluating psychopharmacological agents; and implementing outcome measures with
adults and the older adults and their families.
Health care systems and policies are explored, such as consultation
liaison and supportive community resources, which impact treatment and
recovery. Weekly clinical supervision is a required component of the course and
consists of a minimum of two hours.
Prerequisites: NURS 5104, 5105; ADHA 5107; MHP 6090, 6110, 6310. Corequisite: MHP 6140.
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MHP 6160
Human Behavior Theory II: Care of the Adult and the Older Adult and Family (3)
This course will focus on the multidimensional
biopsychosocial management of adults and older adults within the framework of
the family. The examination of
theoretical models and evidenced-based research findings pertinent to
neuroscience, psychopharmacology, and psychotherapeutic/psychosocial
interventions of adults and their families are evaluated for best
evidence-based practices. Students will examine the adult and aging process as
it relates to symptom development and treatment strategies. Crisis theory,
psychological trauma, personality disorders, dementia, and substance use
assessment and treatment are highlighted across the adult and aging process.
Legal and ethical implications for treatment for adults and the older adult
will be incorporated in the advanced practice role.
Prerequisites: MHP 6140, 6150. Corequisite: MHP 6170.
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MHP 6170
Human Behavior Practicum II: Care of the Adult and the Older Adult and Family (3)
This practicum is designed to synthesize advanced practice knowledge relevant to persons with psychiatric illness and their families. Treatment models and evidenced-based research findings related to the interventions through the adult life span will be considered in the clinical settings. Acute and chronic mental health changes will be evaluated related to crisis and grief, anxiety, personality, sleep, addictions, sexual disorders, psychological trauma, dementias, and co-occurring medical issues. Endocrine, metabolic, and toxic states are explored in the formulation of differential diagnosis and implications for advanced practice. Clinical practicums will focus on the incorporation of advanced skills related to conducting psychiatric evaluations; determining differential diagnoses; developing clinical case formulations and treatment plans; delivering evidenced-based supportive, brief, and short-term individual, group, and family psychotherapy; identifying and evaluating psychopharmacological agents; and implementing outcome measures with adults and older adults and their families. Clinical supervision is a minimum of two hours weekly and a required component of this course.
Prerequisites: MHP 6140, 6150. Corequisite: MHP 6160.
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MHP 6180
Human Behavior Theory III: Care of the Child and Adolescent and Family (3)
This course will provide the student with an
opportunity to evaluate and apply evidenced-based approaches to health
promotion, diagnosis, and management of psychiatric illness in the care of
children and adolescents and their families.
Theoretically based treatment strategies based on evidenced-based
research are analyzed and applied to clinical case studies. Theoretical models
and research findings pertinent to neuroscience, psychopharmacology, and psychotherapeutic/psychosocial
interventions of children and adolescents and their family will be evaluated. A
review of evidence-based knowledge needed for assessing, diagnosing, and
treatment planning among children and their family systems from culturally
diverse backgrounds is addressed. Implications of ethical, legal issues, and
health policy relative to advanced practice psychiatric nursing in the care and
treatment of children and adolescent are reviewed.
Prerequisites: MHP 6160, 6170. Corequisite: MHP 6190.
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MHP 6190
Human Behavior Practicum III: Care of the Child and Adolescent and Family (3)
This practicum is designed to synthesize advanced practice knowledge relevant to children and adolescents and their families with psychiatric illness. Treatment models and evidenced-based research findings related to the primary, secondary, and tertiary care through the childhood life span will be considered in the clinical settings. Acute and chronic mental health changes will be evaluated related to growth and development; neurodevelopmental disorders; psychotic, mood, and anxiety problems; elimination, feeding, and eating problems; sleep, gender, disruptive problems; addictions; psychological trauma; and co-occurring medical issues. Endocrine, metabolic, and toxic states are explored in the formulation of differential diagnosis and implications for advanced practice. Clinical practicums will focus on the incorporation of advanced skills related to conducting psychiatric evaluations; determining differential diagnoses; developing clinical case formulations and treatment plans; delivering evidenced-based supportive, brief, and short-term individual, group and family psychotherapy; identifying and evaluating psychopharmacological agents; and implementing outcome measures with children and adolescents and their families. Legal and ethical issues related to treatment will be applied in the clinical settings. Clinical supervision is a component of this course and requires a minimum of two hours per week.
Prerequisites: MHP 6160, 6170. Corequisite: MHP 6180.
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MHP 6210
Human Behavior Theory IV: Care of the Specialty Populations (3)
This course is designed to synthesize theoretical knowledge and evidenced-based research for psychiatric-mental health specialty areas with a focus on life span issues. Treatment models and evidenced-based research findings will be applied to case studies focusing on individuals experiencing psychological trauma, veteran's issues and their families, sex trafficking, homeless populations, interpersonal violence, end-of-life issues, gender issues, and forensics-related psychiatric problems. Case studies will provide opportunities to incorporate advanced skills related to determining differential diagnoses; developing clinical case formulations and treatment plans; discussing treatment model of short-term individual, group, and family psychotherapy; and identifying psychopharmacological agents. Legal and ethical issues related to various groups will be explored as part of case study approach. Systems issues and health policy impacting health care delivery will be incorporated.
Prerequisites: MHP 6180, 6190.
Corequisite: MHP 6210.
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MHP 6220
Human Behavior Practicum IV: Care of Specialty Populations (3)
This practicum is designed to synthesize advanced practice knowledge relevant to psychiatric-mental health specialty areas with a focus on life span issues. Treatment models and evidenced-based research findings will be applied to clinical areas with individuals experiencing psychological trauma, veteran's issues and their families, sex trafficking, homeless populations, interpersonal violence, end-of-life issues, gender issues, and forensic-related psychiatric problems. Clinical practicums will focus on the incorporation of advanced skills related to conducting psychiatric evaluations; determining differential diagnoses; developing clinical case formulations and treatment plans; delivering evidenced-based supportive, brief, and short-term individual, group, and family psychotherapy; identifying and evaluating psychopharmacological agents; and implementing outcome measures for specific individuals and their families experiencing psychiatric illness. Legal and ethical issues related to various groups will be explored as part of the clinical experience. Students will explore health care policy and advocacy for specialty groups in the clinical experiences. Clinical supervision is a component of this course and requires a minimum of two hours per week.
Prerequisites: MHP 6180, 6190. Corequisite: MHP 6210.
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HVAD 5000
HIV Care Symposium I - Diagnosis, Care, and Treatment for Primary Care Providers (3)
This is one of three courses required for the specialty in management of HIV disease for the advanced
practice nurse. The focus of this course is the diagnosis and pharmacological
management of HIV disease throughout the HIV and AIDS care continuum. It is
designed to synthesize advanced nursing practice content relevant to care in
the primary care settings. Resources will include standards of HIV care that
reflect current knowledge of HIV pathogenesis and effects on all body systems.
Assessment, diagnosis, and management of all facets of HIV disease will be
addressed. Special emphasis on issues of managing comorbid conditions and the
medical needs of special populations will be included. This course is also open
to students in nonnursing programs.
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HVAD 5010
HIV Care Symposium II - Social Determinants of Health and the Impact on HIV Care (3)
The focus of this course is an
exploration of social determinants of health and the impact on HIV prevention
and care strategies for individuals, communities, and populations at various
levels of risk factors. Theories of behavioral change and transcultural
perspectives of caring for those infected and affected will guide the course to
prepare the students to provide patient-centered care across communities and
settings. This is the second of three courses required for the subspecialty in
management of HIV disease for the advanced practice nurse. This course is also
open to students in nonnursing programs.
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HVAD 5020
HIV Care Symposium III - Responses to the HIV Epidemic (3)
The
focus of this course is the historical review and current analysis of the
responses to the HIV epidemic from the social, cultural, legal, ethical,
religious, economic, political, medical, nursing, and global perspectives. The
impact on policies governing the health care system (including clinical and
behavioral research), international aid, travel, and criminalization will also
be explored. This course is designed to prepare the student to actively engage
in efforts to address the epidemic at the personal, local, national, and
international levels. This is the third of three courses required for the
subspecialty in management of HIV disease for the advanced practice nurse. This
course is also open to students in nonnursing programs.
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