NUR609 Advanced Procedures and Diagnostic Reasoning for the APRN

This course will focus on advanced procedures and diagnostic reasoning commonly performed by nurse practitioners. Students will practice differential diagnosis as well as perform selected patient procedures. Upon successful course completion, students will expand diagnostic reasoning, formulate comprehensive differential diagnoses based on presenting symptoms and physical evaluation, and determine the need for advanced procedures in patient care.

Prerequisites

"Board Certified" Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) with a minimum of a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctorate in Nursing (DNP or Ph.D. in Nursing)