Description
This practicum provides clinical nurse specialist students with the opportunity to integrate and apply theoretical knowledge
and clinical skills within the three spheres of influence: patient/client, nursing and system. Emphasis will be placed on
addressing long-term alterations in functional health patterns as well as management of acute health status changes. This
course allows for development and implementation of a holistic approach to care for the older adult through end of life
care. Students will engage in supervised clinical experience in a geriatric or internal medicine outpatient setting.
Credits: 3.0 /180 clinical hours
Prerequisites: NRS 808