Primary Care Clncl Practicum: Diagnosis & Mgmt of Adults across the Lifespan

1 Course Unit

Management and evaluation of primary care problems of middle- aged and older adults in a variety of ambulatory and occupational settings. Opportunity to implement the role of the nurse practitioner with middle-aged and older adults and their families in the community. Interdisciplinary experiences will be pursued & collaborative practice emphasized. Students are expected to assess and begin to manage common chronic health problems in consultation with the appropriate provider of care. The initiation of health promotion & health maintenance activities with individuals and groups is stressed. Includes 16 hours a week of clinical experience with a preceptor. Fall Prerequisite: NURS 6570 Corequisites: NURS 6081, NURS 6460 1 Course Unit