Family Nurse Practitioner 1 – Lifespan Primary Care-Diagnosis Management

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Course Objectives • Describe the role of the nurse practitioner within a family based scope of practice and be able to apply concepts of family theory and professionalism as set forth by national ... organizations. • Incorporate the principles of epidemiology, pathophysiology, pharmacology and health promotion/disease prevention when diagnosing and managing patients across the lifespan • Perform comprehensive health examinations by utilizing problem-oriented data collection and risk assessment principles for the purposes of diagnosing current conditions, identifying co-morbidities and putting preventative practices into place in patients across the lifespan • Evaluate and implement educational and/or health promotion and preventive strategies based on information gathered during history and physical exam and considering cultural, socio-economic, psycho-social and developmental needs. • Assess, diagnose and manage common primary care problems across the lifespan by utilizing diagnostic tests, the skills of clinical decision-making and evidenced based clinical practice guidelines. • Collaborate and arrange for appropriate consultations and referrals to other healthcare specialties as necessary to promote quality patient care [Show More]

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