Course Description
Management of adults with complex, multi-morbid chronic conditions. This course covers advanced management of cardiovascular, pulmonary, endocrine, renal, and other chronic diseases. Students develop expertise in complex care coordination and polypharmacy management.
Credit Hours
4 credits (4 lecture)
Prerequisites
AGNP 701, AGNP Track
Student Learning Outcomes (NONPF AGNP Competencies)
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Direct Care: Manage complex chronic conditions in adults
- Diagnose and manage multi-morbid conditions
- Optimize polypharmacy management
- Coordinate complex care across settings
- Apply disease-specific guidelines
- Manage transitions of care
Course Topics
- Heart Failure Management
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Advanced COPD Management
- Complex Diabetes Care
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hepatic Disease
- Rheumatologic Conditions
- Multi-Morbidity Management
- Polypharmacy and Deprescribing
- Care Transitions
Required Textbooks
- Dunphy: Primary Care (6th ed.)
- ACC/AHA Clinical Practice Guidelines
Evaluation Methods
Examinations (50%), Complex Case Presentations (30%), Care Coordination Project (20%)