NUR 5330 CNS: Foundations and Decision-Making
(formerly NUR 533)
This course introduces the student to the principles of advanced problem solving. The course explores the general concepts of diagnostic reasoning, therapeutic modalities and the collaborative role of the clinical nurse specialist in medical surgical nursing. Emphasis is placed on the identification of nursing needs of clients and the subsequent planning, consultation, collaboration, education, referral and coordination of resources that might be necessary in a clinical setting. 15 lecture hours and 125 clinical hours per semester.
Distribution
Nursing