Nursing 6739 - Adult Primary Care I:Diagnosis & Management in Advanced Nursing Practice

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University of Missouri-St Louis

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Description:

Prerequisites: NURSE 6105, 6106, 6108, 6140, 6111, 6112, 6518, 6524, 6520; 6509 & 6114 may be taken concurrently. Clinical course designed to provide a theoretical and practical base for advanced practice nursing students to diagnose and manage health problems of adults. Emphasis is placed on clinical assessment and decision-making in the provision of direct patient care within a defined scope of practice. The student is expected to clinically apply the concepts and theories discussed in class in the advanced nursing care of adults who are experiencing problems related to the upper and lower respiratory system, cardiovascular system, gastrointestinal system, skin and infectious diseases. Clinical experiences are designed to enhance assessment and technical skills needed in diagnosing common health problems.

Credits:

5.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.umsl.edu/

Phone Number:

(314) 516-5000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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