NRP/555
Adult and Geriatric Management I

Course level: Graduate

NRP/555
Adult and Geriatric Management I

4 credits

Total credits

8 weeks

Course length

Take this course as part of a degree or certificate program.

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This is the first of a two-part, combined theory and clinical course that focuses on the management of common pathological conditions related to adult and geriatric patients, including implications for the individual and the family. The following body systems are addressed: circulatory, digestive, endocrine, integumentary, immune/lymphatic, musculoskeletal, nervous, renal/urinary, reproductive, and respiratory. Coding and billing are discussed. Theory, research, evidence-based guidelines, and clinical experiences guide prevention, disease management, and evaluation of patient outcomes. Identification and application of pharmacological therapies are incorporated. This course provides the health care professional with the necessary strategies to address ethical issues specific to adult and geriatric patients.

Please Note: Attendance and participation are mandatory in all University courses, and specific requirements may differ by course. If attendance requirements are not met, a student may be removed from the course. Please review the Course Attendance Policy in the Catalog for more information.

University of Phoenix reserves the right to modify courses. While widely available, not all programs are available to residents of all states. Please check with a University Enrollment Representative.

Earn these career-relevant skills in weeks, not years.

Scope of Practice

Demonstrate lawful practice in the adult/geriatric population.

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Demonstrate interprofessional collaboration in treatment plans related to the uninsured patient.

Individualized Treatment Planning

Determine a treatment plan for a patient with endocrine and metabolic disorders based on patient characteristics, preferences, and health information.

Synthesis of Information for Diagnosis

Synthesize history, symptoms, physical/behavioral evaluation and diversity components in determining HEENT related clinical diagnosis.

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