Walden NRNP and NRNP /PRAC Courses

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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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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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