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    Mar 29, 2024  
2016-2017 Augusta University Graduate and Professional Catalog 
    
2016-2017 Augusta University Graduate and Professional Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

NURS 8321 - 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 biophysical, cognitive, emotional, and sociocultural perspectives. Discussion will include non-pharmacologic and pharmacologic management including immunizations supporting health promotion. Criteria for consultation and indications for referral along with exploration of available community resources will also be included.

Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3

Degree Restrictions: Post Masters Certificate, Doctor of Nursing Practice


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