NURS 725 is a graduate-level course that prepares advanced practice nurses to comprehensively assess pediatric clients using a diagnostic reasoning process. Students will learn how to collect, analyze, and synthesize data from a variety of sources, including the physical examination, history of present illness, medical history, family history, social history, and developmental history.
They will also learn how to use this data to generate differential diagnoses and develop comprehensive care plans.
Course Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Conduct comprehensive health assessments of pediatric clients across the developmental spectrum.
- Apply diagnostic reasoning principles to develop differential diagnoses and care plans for pediatric clients.
- Communicate effectively with pediatric clients and their families about the health assessment process and findings.
- Document pediatric health assessments accurately and comprehensively.
Prerequisites:
NURS 725 is open to graduate students in the School of Nursing who have completed the following prerequisites:
- NURS 604: Advanced Pathophysiology
- NURS 606: Advanced Pharmacology
- NURS 612: Advanced Health Assessment
- NURS 715: Pathophysiology for Advanced Nursing Practice
Who Should Take This Course?
NURS 725 is a good choice for students who are interested in pursuing a career in pediatric advanced practice nursing, such as pediatric nurse practitioner or clinical nurse specialist in pediatric nursing. The course is also a good choice for students who want to learn more about advanced health assessment and diagnostic reasoning in pediatric nursing.
How to Enroll
To enroll in NURS 725, students must complete the following steps:
- Submit an application to the UNC School of Nursing Graduate Program.
- Meet with the Graduate Program Director to discuss their academic and professional goals.
- Complete the required prerequisites.
- Register for the course through the UNC Student Information System.
