NRSG 669 - Children’s Health Therapeutics and Management

2 hours
This course presents a theoretical and evidence-based approach to the diagnosis and management of children’s acute, episodic, developmental, and chronic health problems for advanced practice nursing. The course emphasizes the appropriate use of diagnostic measures including laboratory, radiographic and other technologies, health promotion, disease prevention, and current care guidelines. A practicum (120 hours) provides the opportunity for the diagnosis and management of children’s acute, episodic, developmental, and chronic health problems in primary care. Course requirement includes a 120-hour practicum experience with approved preceptor. Taken congruently with the third section of NRSG 665 with approved preceptor. Prerequisite(s): All core courses, or MSN degree. NRSG 627 and NRSG 668 with 240 practicum hours completed. GR