NU - 737 Adult Care Nurse Practitioner II

Credits: 6

This course provides students with the interdisciplinary theoretical foundations and clinical experience to develop beginning competencies to manage complex adult and geriatric surgical/trauma patients with conditions that may result in rapid physiologic deterioration or life-threatening instability. Issues of age, gender, race, and culture are emphasized. Emphasis is placed on the application of technology with caring for patients in complex health care systems. Precepted clinical experiences and case presentations provide opportunities for students to apply new knowledge to assessment, diagnosis, intervention, evaluation, and health restoration of clients with complex surgical concerns. Maximizing resources, referrals, and consultation are discussed within the context of the interdisciplinary care team. Clinical Practicum Hours: 225. A laboratory fee is required.

Prerequisite: NU 735