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    Apr 24, 2024  
2018-2019 Augusta University Catalog 
    
2018-2019 Augusta University Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

NURS 6945 - PNP III: Management of Chronic Health Problems of Children from Birth through Adolescence



This course is designed to prepare Pediatric Nurse Practitioners to identify potential and actual chronic health problems and to provide direct care, teaching, and management to children and families experiencing complex, life-long processes. Emphasis is on the child within the framework of the family. Emphasis is on the description of the condition or disease, etiology and incidence, clinical findings, differential diagnosis, management, complications, and preventive and patient education measures. Consideration is given to cultural and ethical issues that affect health care delivery and client adherence to the management plan. The role of the PNP regarding management, family involvement, health promotion and teaching, health maintenance, and continued collaboration with health professionals will be emphasized.

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

Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Prerequisites: NURS7390 and NURS7430 and NURS6970 and NURS6925 and NURS6935
Repeat Status: No
Major Restrictions: Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Program Restrictions: DNP_DNP-Doctor of Nursing Practice
Schedule Type: Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic
Fee Detail Code Description
Nursing Skills Lab NP
Fee Amount
250
Fee Type
FLAT


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