This course provides the opportunity to apply knowledge of the research process, research utilization and program evaluation models, or evidence-based practice to address a clinical problem. Under the guidance of a faculty advisor, students are expected to work with clinical staff to identify and address a clinical problem. A written scholarly report reflecting the process and outcomes of the activity is the final product.
Provides for the development of skills needed to understand and evaluate nursing research to identify problems in nursing which may be studied, and to formulate a study proposal.
This course provides opportunity for the study of nursing problems in particular clinical areas and for the further development of techniques of nursing intervention. Ratio of discussion/laboratory hours will vary according to designated clinical problems. May be repeated to a maximum of 12 credits.
This course will focus on the exploration of models for providing preventive, primary health care, acute care, and chronic health care services in rural areas, including nursing care delivery models. Model standards for implementing the national health objectives in rural communities will be the primary focus. Demographic characteristics and organization of the community will be considered in assessing appropriateness and effectiveness of models for improving access to service and reducing disparity among subpopulations.
An examination of historical and contemporary public health problems from a population focused approach. Analysis of concepts, theories from public health and community health nursing will emphasized.
This clinical course places an emphasis on the role of the advanced practice nurse as a member of the health care team across a variety of settings. The clinical experience focuses on comprehensive patient assessment, diagnosis and management of health problems for individuals and their families.
This clinical experience focuses on synthesis of theoretical, scientific, and clinical knowledge as well as practice-based skills in the diagnosis and management of existing and potential health problems based on appropriate standards of care. Emphasis will be placed on the collaborative and leadership roles of the advanced practice nurse in health care delivery.
This advanced health assessment course offers focused health assessment techniques that are commonly used in specialty areas of advanced nursing practice. Assessments are performed within the context of developmental, physiological, psychological, cultural, and environmental parameters.
on the principles and techniques of obtaining a comprehensive health assessment in the context of psychological and physiological developmental parameters. Emphasis is on differentiating between normal and abnormal findings in children, young and middle adults, and the elderly. The pathophysiology of each body system is included for greater distinction between the normal and abnormal. Lecture, one to two hours; laboratory, 3 to 12 hours per week.
This course provides an overview of common laboratory procedures utilized in the primary care setting. Theory and practice in the principles and techniques of performing selected procedures is presented. Lecture, one hour; laboratory, three hours per week.
