Dermatology I - Foundations

3 credits · School of Nursing

This foundational dermatology course for nurse practitioners builds knowledge and skills in the evaluation and management of common skin disorders, integrating skin anatomy, lesion morphology, and basic pathophysiology with focused assessment, diagnostic reasoning, patient education, and clear documentation. Learners will be able to perform a focused dermatologic history and physical examination, prioritize differentials, select appropriate diagnostics, initiate evidence-based treatment, determine follow-up and referral, and document appropriately. Corequisite: 7801. [3]