This course will prepare the advanced practice nurse to manage the reproductive and sexual health care needs of all individuals throughout the lifespan. Theories and knowledge from biological, behavioral, social and nursing sciences will be applied in the provision of care for reproductive and sexual health. Emphasis is on the principles of reproductive anatomy and physiology including puberty, genetics, pregnancy, embryonic/fetal development, parturition, puerperium, lactation, and menopause in relationship to advanced practice nursing care.
Prerequisites: GNUR 442 Advanced Physiology; GNUR 413: Advanced Pharmacology; and GNUR 425 Advanced Health Assessment.
Outcomes: By the end of this course, advanced practice nursing students will:
1) Synthesize principles of neuroendocrine and physiological regulation of female and male reproductive function and the normal parameters of puberty, menarche, fertility, and menopause; 2) Analyze the impact of non-gynecologic primary health conditions on reproductive and sexual health; 3) Incorporate established evidence based sexual and reproductive health clinical practice guidelines; 4) Identify strategies to provide high quality, person-affirming, and culturally inclusive healthcare for self-identified gender and sexual minority persons and non-conforming individuals; 5) Develop genomics and genetic risk factor assessment in relation to reproductive and sexual health care, including basic principles of genetic testing, counseling, and referrals; 6) Utilize technology to manage information, support decision-making, deliver care, and evaluate outcomes.
Prerequisites: GNUR 442 Advanced Physiology; GNUR 413: Advanced Pharmacology; and GNUR 425 Advanced Health Assessment.
Outcomes: By the end of this course, advanced practice nursing students will:
1) Synthesize principles of neuroendocrine and physiological regulation of female and male reproductive function and the normal parameters of puberty, menarche, fertility, and menopause; 2) Analyze the impact of non-gynecologic primary health conditions on reproductive and sexual health; 3) Incorporate established evidence based sexual and reproductive health clinical practice guidelines; 4) Identify strategies to provide high quality, person-affirming, and culturally inclusive healthcare for self-identified gender and sexual minority persons and non-conforming individuals; 5) Develop genomics and genetic risk factor assessment in relation to reproductive and sexual health care, including basic principles of genetic testing, counseling, and referrals; 6) Utilize technology to manage information, support decision-making, deliver care, and evaluate outcomes.