NURS 7047 - Family Nurse Practitioner 3
Fall 2026 Syllabus, Section A01, CRN 42094,
Credit hours: 3
Course Meeting Times
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Instructor
Vincent Mikula
Professional Qualifications:
Master’s, Nursing, FNP, Youngstown State University, 2019
Bachelor’s, Nursing, Ohio University, 2013
Course Description
Course Readings
| Group | Title | Author | ISBN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Required | See Texts Below |
The course readings are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, research developments, current events, and/or to ensure better learning.
In this asynchronous online course, there are required and optional textbooks (see below) that will be used and the following technology will be needed for you to be able to fully participate in this course. You will need to have access to the following technology/programs: WebEx, Microsoft Teams, or Zoom videoconferencing platform, webcam (integrated into computer or separate), microphone (integrated into computer, separate, or part of headphones), speakers (integrated into computer or part of headphones) and Respondus LockDown Browser (accessed in the Blackboard course site). YSU has Tech Support available both online and by phone (330-941-1595).
Required Texts (will be used in 7045, 7046, 7047)
Buttaro, T., Polgar-Bailey, P., Sandberg-Cook, J., & Dick, K. (2025). Primary care: A collaborative practice (7th Ed). St. Louis, Elsevier.
Maaks, D., Starr N., Brady, M.A., Driessnack, M., Duderstadt, K. & Gaylord, N.M (2025) Burns’ Pediatric Primary Care, (8th Ed). St. Louis, Elsevier
Up-to-Date is free and available through MAAG library.
Optional Texts
Cash, J., Glass, C., & Mullen, J. (2024). Family practice guidelines (6th Ed.). New York, Springer
The course readings are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, research developments, current events, and/or to ensure better learning.
Assignments/Assessments
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Schedule of Topics and Assignments
| Week of | Reading(s) | Proposed Topic | Due/To Prepare for Class |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8/24 | Readings & Media: Blackboard Mod 1, Welcome – Module Intro, Chapter Readings, Course Instructional Videos | Course Introduction, Practice issues, Age and situational specific considerations across the lifespan, Management of conditions presenting as office emergencies. | Assignment(s) Due: Case Presentation Sign-up Exam 1 |
| 8/31 | Readings & Media: Blackboard Mod 2, Welcome – Module Intro, Chapter Readings, Course Instructional Videos | Musculoskeletal/Rheumatology, Incidence and presenting signs & symptoms, Lab & diagnostic testing for developing differential & accurate diagnosis, Treatment (pharmacologic & nonpharmacologic), Development management plans | Discussion: Musculoskeletal / Rheumatology Exam 2 |
| 9/7 | Readings & Media: Blackboard Mod 3, Welcome – Module Intro, Chapter Readings, Course Instructional Videos | Renal / Urologic, Incidence and presenting signs & symptoms, Lab & diagnostic testing for developing differential & accurate diagnosis, Treatment (pharmacologic & nonpharmacologic), Development management plans | Discussion: Renal / Urologic Exam 3 |
| 9/14 | Readings & Media: Blackboard Mod 4, Welcome – Module Intro, Chapter Readings, Course Instructional Videos | Hematology & Multi-system, Incidence and presenting signs & symptoms, Lab & diagnostic testing for developing differential & accurate diagnosis, Treatment (pharmacologic & nonpharmacologic), Development management plans | Discussion: Hematology / Multi-system Exam 4 |
| 9/21 | Readings & Media: Blackboard Mod 5, Welcome – Module Intro, Chapter Readings, Course Instructional Videos | Infectious Disease, Incidence and presenting signs & symptoms, Lab & diagnostic testing for developing differential & accurate diagnosis, Treatment (pharmacologic & nonpharmacologic), Development management plans | Discussion: Infectious Disease Exam 5 |
| 9/28 | Readings & Media: Blackboard Mod 6, Welcome – Module Intro, Chapter Readings, Course Instructional Videos | Dermatology, Incidence and presenting signs & symptoms, Lab & diagnostic testing for developing differential & accurate diagnosis, Treatment (pharmacologic & nonpharmacologic), Development management plans | Discussion: Dermatology Exam 6 Post your Narrated PowerPoint case study no later than Sunday, 10/4 by 23:59 (11:59 PM EST). |
| 10/5 | Individual Case Study Narrated PowerPoint Presentations | Individual Case Study Narrated PowerPoint Presentations | Assignment: Narrated Case Study PowerPoint Presentation posted to Mod 7 Discussion by Sunday, 10/4 by 23:59 (11:59 PM EST). Discussion: Narrated Case Study Powerpoint Presentation & Critique/Feedback to Assigned Peer’s Presentation. Beginning Monday, 10/5 review your assigned peer’s presentations and critique & provide feedback to your assigned peer’s presentation in the Module 7 Discussions by Friday, 10/9 at 23:59 (11:59 PM EST). |
The course schedule, policies, procedures, and assignments in this course are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, by mutual agreement, and/or to ensure better learning.