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Program Requirements
The Graduate Certificate in Theory in Primary Care prepares students to acquire the theoretical knowledge required to subsequently complete clinical courses in the Graduate Diploma in Primary Care. This program is designed for students who previously completed a Masters degree in nursing. (equivalent to the McGill M.Sc.(A) in nursing program) but have not completed any nurse practitioner theory or clinical courses. Students will need to complete 6-12 credits in preparatory theory courses prior to entry into the Graduate Certificate program (the specific number of preparatory courses required will depend on whether some of the required courses were completed in their Masters degree).Required Courses (15 credits)
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NUR2 628 Advanced Assessment (4 credits)
Overview
Nursing : Development of advanced skills in health assessment and physical examination of clients across the life span, including diagnostic tests and interventions, documentation and follow-up.
Terms: Winter 2012
Instructors: Gélinas, Céline; Ponzoni, Norma; Pistagnesi, Silvia; Chevrier, Annie (Winter)
Prerequisite: NUR1 235 or permission of instructor.
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NUR2 670 Reasoning in Primary Care 1 (4 credits)
Overview
Nursing : Advanced nursing management of acute and chronic illness and the prevention of disease across the lifespan. Pathophysiology, decision making, and interventions for advanced practice. Topics include cardiovascular, respiratory, gastro-intestinal, renal and endocrinological conditions.
Terms: Winter 2012
Instructors: Ponzoni, Norma (Winter)
Restriction: Open only to students enrolled in the M.Sc.(A.) in Nursing (primary care nurse practitioner specialization) or the Graduate Diploma in Primary Care Nurse Practitioner.
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NUR2 671 Reasoning in Primary Care 2 (4 credits)
Overview
Nursing : Advanced nursing management of acute and chronic illness and the prevention of disease across the lifespan. Pathophysiology, decision making, and interventions for advanced practice. Topics include neurological, musculoskeletal, and dermatologic conditions.
Terms: Fall 2011
Instructors: Ponzoni, Norma (Fall)
Restriction: Open only to students enrolled in the M.Sc.(A.) in Nursing (primary care nurse practitioner specialization) or the Graduate Diploma in Primary Care Nurse Practitioner.
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NUR2 672 Reasoning in Primary Care 3 (3 credits)
Overview
Nursing : Advanced nursing management of acute and chronic illness and the prevention of disease across the lifespan. Pathophysiology, decision making, and interventions for advanced practice. Topics include pregnancy, infertility, erectile dysfunction, and disease of the reproductive system.
Terms: Fall 2011
Instructors: Ponzoni, Norma (Fall)
Faculty of Medicine—2011-2012 (last updated Aug. 18, 2011) (disclaimer)