Advanced Health Assessment Applications for the Family Nurse Practitioner

1 credits · School of Nursing

This course builds on knowledge of advanced health assessment with a focus on clients commonly seen in the family practice setting. Advanced health assessment techniques are emphasized. Diverse types of approaches are used in expanding proficiency in conducting histories and physical examinations in laboratory and clinical settings. Communication techniques unique to the specialty population are emphasized. Systematic and organized health assessments that are sensitive to cultural and developmental needs are explored. Pre/corequisite: 6011 or 6013, graduate-level standing, admission to the specialty. [1]