APRN Care of Adults

Spring 2025 > Health Sciences > NURS.6520 > 031

Course No: NURS.6520-031; SIS Class Nbr: 5160; SIS Term: 3430
Course Status: Open

Course Description

Focus is on the advanced practice nursing role in the holistic assessment and management of health problems of the adolescent, adult, and older adult, within a family and community context. Evidence based strategies are applied to the prevention, treatment, and management of acute and chronic health problems. Health promotion and maintenance are emphasized through the application of advanced knowledge, theory, research, and critical decision making. Community resources, pharmacological therapies, and complimentary strategies are integrated throughout the course.

Prerequisites, Notes & Instructor

  • Prerequisites: Graduate Certificate or MS in Nursing, or DNP Nursing, or Instructor permission.
  • Credits: 3; Contact Hours: 3
  • Instructor: Patricia MacCulloch
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When Offered & Tuition

  • Online Course
  • 2025 Spring: Jan 21 to May 08
  • Course Level: Graduate
  • Tuition: $1800 | Pay as little as $367/mo for this course.
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  • Note: There is a $30 per semester registration fee for credit courses.

Related Programs: M.S. in Nursing

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