ACNP 703 Management of Common Urgent Care Problems in Adult-Gerontology Acute Care

Credits: 2
This didactic course focuses on competencies in advanced pathophysiology, assessment, diagnosis, and collaborative management of adult patients with selected episodic/chronic health problems, with an emphasis on conditions commonly found in urgent and primary care practice. Diagnostic reasoning and decision-making skills are developed, with special attention given to the impact of age-related physical and cognitive changes found throughout adult development and their impact on diagnosis and treatment. Further consideration is given to health promotion, patient education, and risk reduction in each selected topic. Clinical discussions will include triage strategies for deciding between outpatient care and inpatient admission. Challenges associated with transitions between acute and primary care settings will be discussed.

Graded: A-F
May be taken only once for credit