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    Feb 05, 2025  
2020-2021 Augusta University Catalog 
    
2020-2021 Augusta University Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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NURS 8355 - PNP Practice I: for Post Graduate Certificate (4 Credit Hours)



This course provides the student with clinical experiences within the scope of the Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP) centered on preventive health care, health promotion and maintenance, and the health care management of children from birth to adolescence. Emphasis is on the child within the framework of the family. Stages of development will be examined and explored from biological, psychosocial, sociocultural, and environmental influences on the developing child. Consideration is given to cultural and ethical issues that affect children, families, and health care delivery. 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 considered.


Lab Hours: 1 Other Contact Hours: 3

Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit
Repeat Status: No Co-Requisites: NURS8321
College Restrictions: College of Nursing Major Restrictions: Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Program Restrictions: CERM_PNUP-Cert in Pediatric Nurse Pract Campus Restrictions: Athens Campus, Main Campus Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Degree Restrictions: Post Masters Certificate
Schedule Type: Supervised Lab/Clinic
Fee Detail Code Description
Nursing Skills Lab NP
Fee Amount
250
Fee Type
FLAT


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