Clinical Judgment III-The Role of the CNS in Clinical Decision Making: Complex Health Problems

3 Credits.

This is the third of three sequential theory courses that will prepare the clinical nurse specialist (CNS) student with opportunities to demonstrate advanced clinical judgment and to increase their depth of knowledge across the health care continuum within a population focus. The student will synthesize knowledge of complex health problems and advanced assessment; develop and evaluate evidence-based nursing and symptom management plans of care; propose strategies for measuring outcomes-driven care; recommend strategies for patient and professional education in the care of patients and their families; and recommend appropriate referrals and consultations across the health care continuum within a population focus.Prerequisite: NR.210.651