Course Description
Advanced primary care practicum emphasizing the ability to manage acute and chronic complex health conditions of adults demonstrating advanced critical decision making skills and integration of DNP essentials into advanced practice. Prerequisite: NUR 812, NUR 813. Corequisite: NUR 816L.
Syllabus
Student Learning Outcomes, Goals, Objectives:
Students successfully completing this course will be able to:
- Demonstrate care management through case studies which show timely, safe, and effective decision-making and priority setting.
- Employ effective professional leadership skills in professional organizations, community engagement, cross-agency care coordination, and population-based impact evaluation.
- Narrate a comprehensive case history reflecting evidence-based practice and quality improvement.
- Analyze evidence-based practice and ethical decision making based on case studies or clinical practice.
Course Grading Information:
| Activity/Performance Measure | Percentage/Points |
|---|---|
| Student Individual Topic Presentation | 30% |
| Leadership in Clinical Presentation and Evaluation | 10% |
| Course Engagement Activities | 26% |
| Ethical Case and Policy Group Presentation | 30% |
| Knowledge Check Quizzes | 4% |
Grading Scale:
| Percentage | Letter Grade |
|---|---|
| 100-93 | A |
| 92-85 | B |
| 84-77 | C |
| 76 or less | F |
Attendance/Participation:
Regular class attendance is a responsibility and a privilege of university education. It is fundamental to the orderly acquisition of knowledge. Students should recognize the advantages of regular class attendance, accept it as a personal responsibility, and apprise themselves of the consequences of poor attendance.
Attendance is a critical component of this course and is factored into your overall grade. Active participation is essential for your learning and success in this class.
Planned Absences:If you know you will be absent, you are required to notify the instructor via email as soon as possible and before the scheduled date of absence.
Extenuating Circumstances:In cases of emergencies or unforeseen circumstances that require your absence, please inform the instructor via email as soon as possible. Include details about the situation and, if appropriate, provide supporting documentation.
Repeated unexcused absences or failure to notify the instructor may negatively impact your grade. Exceptions to this policy will be considered on a case-by-case basis for legitimate and documented reasons.
Your communication and proactive approach regarding attendance are greatly appreciated.
Course Materials Purchased by the Students:
No course materials are required.
Scholarly Perspectives
This course engages diverse scholarly perspectives to develop critical thinking, analysis, and debate and inclusion of a reading does not imply endorsement.