Walden NRNP and NRNP /PRAC Courses
Walden NRNP and NRNP /PRAC Courses
NRNP and NRNP/PRAC
NRNP 6531 – Primary Care of Adults Across the Lifespan (3 credits)
NRNP 6531 – Primary Care of Adults Across the Lifespan (3 credits)
3 credits
In this course, students learn how nurse practitioners master the art and science of clinical decision making among adult populations across the lifespan. Students focus on the diagnosis and management of primary healthcare needs and problems of the adult across the lifespan. They engage in a variety of course assignments that focus on physical and behavioral disease processes central to diagnosing conditions as well as planning, implementing, and evaluating therapeutic treatment programs for acute illnesses commonly encountered in a primary healthcare setting.
Prerequisites
NURS 6501
NURS 6512
NURS 6521
NURS 6052
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NRNP 6540 – Advanced Practice Care of Older Adults (3 credits)
NRNP 6540 – Advanced Practice Care of Older Adults (3 credits)
3 credits
In this course, students focus on the complex healthcare and management needs of older adults by advanced nurse practitioners in acute and primary care settings. Students learn to plan, implement, and evaluate therapeutic regimens of older adults through the application of knowledge in multiple settings. Additionally, students examine content related to end-of-life care and caregiver issues to gain the knowledge and sensibilities needed to implement positive change for the quality of life available to this vulnerable population.
Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
Prerequisites
NURS 6501
NURS 6512
NURS 6521
NURS 6052
NRNP 6541 – Primary Care of Adolescents and Children (3 credits)
NRNP 6541 – Primary Care of Adolescents and Children (3 credits)
3 credits
How can a nurse practitioner master the art and science of clinical decision making among pediatric populations? This course provides students with the opportunity to answer this question as they examine content related to the primary healthcare of pediatric patients, from newborn through adolescence (up to age 21), while focusing on growth and development, health promotion, and common primary care health problems. Students learn how to identify, diagnose, and manage these problems. They also gain confidence in clinical experience in a primary healthcare setting that provides opportunities to assess, diagnose, plan, implement, and evaluate therapeutic regimens for acute and chronic illnesses commonly found in children and adolescents.
Prerequisites
NRNP 6531
NRNP 6550 – Advanced Practice Care of Adults in Acute Care Settings II (3 credits)
NRNP 6550 – Advanced Practice Care of Adults in Acute Care Settings II (3 credits)
3 credits
This course is the second of four clinical courses in the Adult-Gerontology Acute Care curriculum. Students will plan, implement, and evaluate care for acutely/critically ill patients or patients experiencing an exacerbation of a chronic health problem. The clinical focus is on the role of the acute care nurse practitioner working with an interdisciplinary team across settings to facilitate the patient’s return to optimal health. Students will apply appropriate diagnostic procedures and relevant laboratory tests in developing appropriate treatment plans to address patient health needs in the acute care setting.
Prerequisites
NRNP 6540
NRNP 6566
NRNP 6552 – Advanced Nurse Practice in Reproductive Health Care (3 credits)
NRNP 6552 – Advanced Nurse Practice in Reproductive Health Care (3 credits)
3 credits
How can a nurse practitioner decide what is important to focus on in a 15–30 minute appointment with individuals seeking primary, prenatal, or postpartum care? Students in this course gain opportunities to teach and promote wellness in individuals through the process of screening for common gynecologic conditions, normal pregnancy, and other common health conditions that impact the individual’s health. Students learn to analyze data to interpret results for the benefit of the individual seeking assistance with planning healthy lifestyle behaviors. Walden NRNP and NRNP /PRAC Courses They also gain an understanding of working with individual’s sexual identity and sexual orientation with respect to, ethical decision making, and an unbiased approach to optimal care. Students will consider how this course will benefit their clinical experience in a primary healthcare setting to increase competence in diagnosis, treatment, referrals, or follow-up care with a concentration on improving patient outcomes.
Prerequisites
NRNP 6531
NRNP 6553 – Advanced Nurse Practice in Obstetric Health Care (1 credits)
NRNP 6553 – Advanced Nurse Practice in Obstetric Health Care (1 credits)
1 credit
This course provides students with foundational knowledge in the assessment and management of pregnant women. Common physiologic changes in pregnancy, complications, and postpartum care are discussed. Students analyze available data and plan appropriate interventions leading to positive outcomes for pregnant women and infants. Students develop competence in diagnosis, treatment, referral, and follow-up care.
Prerequisites
NRNP 6531
NRNP 6560 – Advanced Care of Adults in Acute Settings III (3 credits)
NRNP 6560 – Advanced Care of Adults in Acute Settings III (3 credits)
3 credits
Students in this course will advance their clinical competence in the care of patients in acute care settings. Students will build confidence as they begin the transition from student to advanced practice nurse. Classroom activities and case studies will enable students to explore resources and support systems available to acutely ill adolescents, adults, and older adults. Walden NRNP and NRNP /PRAC Courses The application of knowledge in the management of patients and the collaboration between the advanced practice nurse and the patient, family, and multi-disciplinary healthcare team are emphasized.
Prerequisites
NRNP 6550
NRNP 6565 – Synthesis in Advanced Nursing Practice Care of Patients in Primary Care Settings (3 credits)
NRNP 6566 – Advanced Care of Adults in Acute Settings I (3 credits)
NRNP 6568 – Synthesis in Advanced Nursing Practice of Patients in Family Care Settings (3 credits)
NRNP 6635 – Psychopathology and Diagnostic Reasoning (3 credits)
NRNP 6645 – Psychotherapy With Multiple Modalities (3 credits)
NRNP 6665 – Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Care Across the Lifespan I (3 credits)
NRNP 6675 – Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Care Across the Lifespan II (3 credits)
NRNP 6810 – Primary Care Approaches for Children (3 credits)
NRNP 6820 – Management of Complex Pediatric Conditions (3 credits)
NRNP 6830 – Management of Specialized Populations (3 credits)
NRNP 6840 – Synthesis of Pediatric Primary Care (3 credits)
NRNP/PRAC 6550 – Advanced Practice Care of Adults in Acute Care Settings II (5 credits: 3 credits didactic, 2 credits practicum)
NRNP/PRAC 6551 – Primary Care of Women (5 credits: 3 credits didactic, 2 credits practicum)
NRNP/PRAC 6640 – Psychotherapy With Individuals (5 credits: 3 credits didactic, 2 credits practicum)
NRNP/PRAC 6640 – Psychotherapy With Individuals (5 credits: 3 credits didactic, 2 credits practicum)
5 credits: 3 credits didactic, 2 credits practicum
Psychotherapy involves giving more than “good advice.” For the psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) to be effective, deliberate approaches to therapy must be used that are consistent with evidence-based practices. Learners in this course are introduced to a variety of therapeutic techniques that can be used during psychotherapy sessions with individuals across the lifespan. Emphasis is placed on evidence-based applications of various therapeutic approaches for a wide range of psychiatric issues Walden NRNP and NRNP /PRAC Courses. The focus of the practicum experience is on psychotherapeutic approaches with individuals.
Note: This course requires a minimum of 160 practicum hours.
NRNP/PRAC 6650 – Psychotherapy With Groups and Families (5 credits: 3 credits didactic, 2 credits practicum)
NRNP/PRAC 6660 – Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Role I: Child and Adolescent (5 credits: 3 credits didactic, 2 credits practicum)
NRNP/PRAC 6670 – Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Role II: Adult and Older Adult (5 credits: 3 credits didactic, 2 credits practicum)
NRNP/PRAC 6670 – Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Role II: Adult and Older Adult (5 credits: 3 credits didactic, 2 credits practicum)
5 credits: 3 credits didactic, 2 credits practicum
Continuing from the lifespan approach, the focus for the learner in this final course for the psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) program is on psychiatric mental health issues that occur in adults and older adults. Selection of assessment approaches for the adult and older adult as well as differential diagnosis, application of diagnostic criteria, appropriate diagnostic testing, and diagnostic case formulation will be undertaken. The learner will use both psychotherapeutic approaches coupled with psychopharmacologic approaches to treat common psychiatric mental health conditions of adults and older adults. Through these practicum experiences, learners will focus on the application of didactic concepts to patient care situations.
Note: This course requires a minimum of 160 practicum hours Walden NRNP and NRNP /PRAC Courses
