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2018-2019 Graduate Catalog 
    
2018-2019 Graduate Catalog [NOTE!!!! THIS IS AN ARCHIVED CATALOG. FOR THE CURRENT CATALOG, GO TO CATALOG.NIU.EDU]

NURS 608 - Diagnostic Reasoning


Builds on knowledge base of history taking and physical examination to develop a systematic approach to assessing common complaints in patients across the lifespan. Emphasis on cognitive principles and clinical reasoning strategies that are required to combine and synthesize patient data into differential diagnosis, identify the benefits and risks of tests and treatments, and formulate plans for patient management.

Prerequisites & Notes
CRQ: NURS 606 or consent of school.

Credits: 2