NURS 7921 - PEDIATRIC PRIMARY CARE NURSE PRACTITIONER I: EPISODIC CONDITIONS

[8 Credits]

Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner I: Episodic conditions is the first pediatric primary care course in a series of three population-focused courses that builds on the scientific foundation of advanced practice nursing. This course includes didactic, simulated, and clinical learning experiences designed to facilitate the development of competence in the evidence-based evaluation and management of common episodic health problems of pediatric patients from infancy to 21 years. Systematic appraisal of physical, social, developmental, family and parenting skills are utilized in clinical management. Health promotion, nutrition and education are emphasized. Clinical problems are analyzed and interpreted using an epidemiological approach to pediatric patient care management.