NURS 7046 - Family Nurse Practitioner 2
Summer 2026 Syllabus, Section A01, CRN 30266,
Credit hours: 3
Course Meeting Times
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Instructor
Patricia Hoyson
Professional Qualifications:
Patty McLean Hoyson
PhD, DNP, APRN-CNP, CDCES
D.N.P., Case Western Reserve University
Ph. D., Nursing, University of Pittsburgh
M.S.N., FNP, Wright State University
M.S.N., Nursing, Kent State University
B.S.N., Nursing, Pennsylvania State University
Diploma, Nursing, St Elizabeth Hospital SON
Professor
Email: plhoyson@ysu.edu
Office: Office: Cushwa Hall; rm 3311
Office Phone: 330-941-1448
Preferred Contact Method: Email
How to Refer to me:
Dr Hoyson
Melody Wright
Professional Qualifications:
M.S.N, F.N.P., Franciscan University
B.S.N., Ohio University, Athens
Instructor
Email: mlwright03@ysu.edu
Office: Cushwa Hall; Rm 3309
Office Phone: 330-941-1793
Preferred Contact Method: Email
How to Refer to me:
Ms Wright
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6/29 | 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 |
| 7/6 | Readings & Media: Blackboard Mod 2 Welcome – Module Intro Chapter Readings Course Instructional Videos | EENMT incidence and presenting signs & symptoms Lab & diagnostic testing for developing differential & accurate diagnosis Treatment (pharmacologic & nonpharmacologic) Development management plans | Discussion EENMT Exam #1 |
| 7/13 | Readings & Media: Blackboard Mod 3 Welcome – Module Intro Chapter Readings Course Instructional Videos | Pulmonary & Respiratory incidence and presenting signs & symptoms Lab & diagnostic testing for developing differential & accurate diagnosis Treatment (pharmacologic & nonpharmacologic) Development management plans | Discussion Adult Respiratory Exam 2 |
| 7/20 | Readings & Media: Blackboard Mod 4 Welcome – Module Intro Chapter Readings Course Instructional Videos | Cardiovascular incidence and presenting signs & symptoms Lab & diagnostic testing for developing differential & accurate diagnosis Treatment (pharmacologic & nonpharmacologic) Development management plans | Exam 3 |
| 7/27 | Readings & Media: Blackboard Mod 5 Welcome – Module Intro Chapter Readings Course Instructional Videos | Neurological & Mental Health Incidence and presenting signs & symptoms Lab & diagnostic testing for developing differential & accurate diagnosis Treatment (pharmacologic & nonpharmacologic) Development management plans | Discussion Neurologic Exam 4 |
| 8/3 | Readings & Media: Blackboard Mod 6 Welcome – Module Intro Chapter Readings Course Instructional Videos | Endocrine Incidence and presenting signs & symptoms Lab & diagnostic testing for developing differential & accurate diagnosis Treatment (pharmacologic & nonpharmacologic) Development management plans | Discussion Endocrine Exam 5 Post your Narrated PowerPoint case study in Assignment no later than Sunday, June 21 by 23:59 (11:59 PM EST). |
| 8/10 | Individual Case Study Narrated PowerPoint Presentations | Assignment Narrated Case Study PowerPoint Presentation posted in Module 7 Discussion due Sunday, June 21 by 23:59 (11:59 PM EST). Discussion Narrated Case Study PowerPoint Presentation & Response to Assigned Peer Presentations. Beginning Monday, June 22, review your assigned peer’s presentation and critique & provide feedback to your assigned peer’s presentation in the Module 7 Discussions by Friday, June 26 by 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.