Arizona State University

Course Details

Advanced Nursing Practice (Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner) DNP

Course Description

This program is designed for nurses seeking to become advanced practice nurses as nurse practitioners to adult and geriatric patients. Providing a foundation for this specialty are graduate courses in application of theory to advanced practice; application of evidence to advanced practice; advanced pathophysiology; advanced health assessment; pharmacology; and advanced practice nursing roles. A major focus of this program is the acquisition of advanced knowledge and skills for primary care, case management, screening and health promotion of adults through the lifespan in a variety of settings, including private practice, ambulatory clinics, acute care, long-term care facilities and the patient's home. Focused clinical experiences are arranged with appropriate preceptors and administrators. Every attempt will be made to arrange this in the student's geographical area. In the event that clinical sites are unavailable in that area or if the faculty determine the student needs additional faculty supervision of skills, the student will be required to complete their clinical experience in the Phoenix area. Rural health and experiences with disadvantaged and multicultural populations are encouraged, and sites are available for these experiences.

Course Duration

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84credit

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Advanced Nursing Practice (Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner) DNP Arizona State University