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Introduction to Family Nurse Practitioner

University of North Alabama

CourseNU 640

The focus of this course is to introduce the nurse practitioner student to the nurse practitioner role. Family Nurse Practitioner students will become familiar with the dynamics of the provider-patient relationship, the complex components of the nurse practitioner education, and the many facets of the professional role. Students will also be introduced to the concept of differential diagnosis. The required on-campus intensive will take place during this course.

Credits

3 credits

Course Code

NU 640

Related Courses

Prerequisites, corequisites, and courses that build on this one

Prerequisites

Complete these courses before enrolling

  • NU 508

    Advanced Health Assessment

    3 credits
  • NU 607

    Advanced Clinical Pathophysiology

    3 credits
  • NU 614

    Advanced Pharmacology for Nurses

    3 credits

Required For

Courses that require this course as a prerequisite

  • NU 645

    Family Nurse Practitioner V

    4 credits
  • NU 644

    Family Nurse Practitioner IV

    4 credits
  • NU 643

    Family Nurse Practitioner III

    4 credits
  • NU 642

    Family Nurse Practitioner II

    4 credits
  • NU 641

    Family Nurse Practitioner I

    4 credits
Programs

Education programs that include this course

  • Family Nurse Practitioner (Post-Masters)

    University of North Alabama

    Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
  • Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner Option

    University of North Alabama

    Master's Degree