NU 505 Advanced Clinical Pathophysiology 3 credits This course is an in-depth study of the physiological principles and common pathologies for graduate nursing students. Symptoms and signs of clinical situations will be analyzed and discussed in order that the student may understand the etiology of health deviations and the rationale for their management. Application, Utilization, and Evaluation 3 credits This course builds upon students' knowledge of the research process and critical appraisal skills. It focuses on the application, use, and evaluation of nursing innovations in clinical practice. Emphasis is placed on the identification and solution of clinical problems through scientific inquiry.
Students identify the focus for a scholarly project.
NU 520 Health Care Delivery Systems and Health Policy 3 credits This course provides an overview of the social, political, and economic forces that shape health policy and health care delivery systems. Emphasis is placed upon the roles of government, private enterprise, consumers of health care, and providers of health care services. Health care delivery models and reimbursement systems are evaluated in relation to access, quality, and cost of care. Research findings are examined for their significance in shaping health policy and the delivery of nursing care. Nursing's responsibility for participation in the development of health policy is stressed.