Mar 28, 2024  
Fitchburg State University 2015-2016 Graduate Catalog 
    
Fitchburg State University 2015-2016 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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NURS 8200 - Forensic Nursing: Caring for Victims


3 cr.
This is a two-course sequence identifying the role of the forensic nurse in the care of victims and their significant others. Attention is given to understanding what happens to victims of assault and trauma. Interventions to prevent and treat are also explored. The legal, ethical, clinical, and advocacy responsibilities of the advanced practitioner are key concepts emphasized throughout these courses. This course includes a clinical component of 60 hours.

This course is open to matriculated graduate students and require on file health requirements. Prerequisite(s): NURS 7000 , NURS 7300 , NURS 8000 



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