An introduction to the study of epidemiology. Concepts of epidemiology and related terminology are discussed. Current research findings and data are applied to particular populations utilizing both the lifespan approach and the Center for Disease Control and Prevention's approach. Applications of epidemiology are explored for various populations, especially for rural and urban medically underserved populations and for diverse ethnic groups. An overview of the advanced practice role.
Seminars focus on role development, ethics, legal and advanced practice issues.
Nursing Case Management I Examines case management as it focuses on the accountability of an identified individual or group for providing continuity of care across a continuum in multiple settings, with particular emphasis on populations residing in medically underserved areas. Nursing Research Emphasizes quantitative and qualitative research methodologies useful and appropriate to clinical practice and for the utilization of nursing knowledge. Content is explored regarding ethics with human subjects. Pharmacology A Pharmacotherapeutics course designed for the advanced practice nurse in Home Health Primary Care. Pharmacotherapeutics of drug classifications and their effect on body systems is presented.