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    Apr 24, 2024  
2015-2016 Augusta University Graduate and Professional Catalog 
    
2015-2016 Augusta University Graduate and Professional Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

NURS 6925 - PNP I: Health Promotion and Supervision: Birth through Adolescence



This course is designed to prepare Pediatric Nurse Practitioners to assume responsibility for health promotion, health maintenance and management of children from birth to adolescence. Emphasis is on the child within the framework of the family. Stages of development will be explored from biophysiologica, cognitive, emotional, and sociocultural perspectives. Discussion will include non-pharmacologic and pharmacologic management including immunizations supporting health promotion. Criteria for consulation and indications for referral along with exploration of available community resources will also be considered.

Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

Prerequisites: NURS7390 and NURS7470 and NURS6970 and NURS7430

Credit Hours: 8
Lecture Hours: 3 Other Contact Hours: 5

Major Restrictions: Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Program Restrictions: DNP_DNP-Doctor of Nursing Practice


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