Management of Acute & Chronic Pediatrics

This advanced practice didactic course deepens student knowledge, competencies, and skills necessary for successful performance as a pediatric nurse practitioner across primary care settings. There is a focus on evidence based assessment, diagnosis, and management of children with acute and chronic health problems. Course content builds upon information in previous courses related to the principles of assessment and development issues in pediatric/adolescent patients and develops consultation and referral skills pertinent to specialty care.