NURS 7271 - Neonatal Diagnostic Reasoning I

Neonatal Diagnostic Reasoning I is an advanced health assessment class emphasizing the processes and techniques of diagnostic reasoning with ill neonates. Students will evaluate presenting clinical signs in the neonate requiring intensive care, determine the differential diagnosis, identify appropriate diagnostic tests and exams, and determine the appropriate diagnosis and treatment in neonates with a variety of problems. During this process students will also explore professional role transition.