NURS 677 - Acute Care of Adults Clinical II

(5 S.H.)

This course provides the opportunity to apply knowledge and develop skills related to the role of the nurse practitioner in management of clients/families with acute and complex health conditions. Clinical time will include simulation experiences including an advanced procedures course where students will learn skills such as advance airway management, central line placement, paracentesis, thoracentesis, and lumbar puncture. Prerequisites: NURS 616 - Molecular, Genetic and Immune Mechanisms in Disease, NURS 617 - Advanced Clinical Pharmacology, NURS 618 - Advanced Pathophysiology, NURS 673 - Advanced Diagnostics and Therapeutics for Adult-Gerontology Acute Care NPs. Offered yearly. Grade only.