Spring This clinically intensive course provides the family nurse practitioner student the opportunity to apply relevant theories, concepts, and research findings to clinical care.
Emphasis is on developing clinical competence required in delivering primary health care.
The objectives and content of this course are derived from the School of Nursing s mission and philosophy, and facilitate achievement of the School s program objectives. Additionally, the major topics and skills covered in this course are common to major nursing theory textbooks. Current research and advancement in nursing theory and clinical practice also determine course content. Synthesize knowledge from the natural behavioral sciences, clinical knowledge, and nursing science as the foundation for primary practice. Analyze the practice application of community assessment.