NAPN 84222 Diagnostic Methods and Procedures for the Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Prerequisites: NURS 50003; NURS 50053. This course prepares the advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) for utilization, interpretation, and application of selected laboratory and diagnostic methods and procedures. Students will interpret objective diagnostic clinical data to develop critical thinking and decision-making skills necessary for advanced practice management of health problems across the lifespan. Wound care, suturing, and other common office procedures will be introduced.