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Course Syllabus

Southern Utah University
Southern Utah University
Fall Semester 2025

Pediatric and Reproductive Health Primary Care Clinical II (Online)

NURS 6721-B70

Course: NURS 6721-B70
Credits: 3
Term: Fall Semester 2025
Department: NURS
CRN: 32908

Course Description

This comprehensive FNP Primary Care Clinical Course integrates pediatric care and reproductive health, providing students with a multifaceted experience in delivering patient-centered care across the lifespan. Guided by evidence-based practice, students will refine clinical skills, diagnostic reasoning, and therapeutic interventions relevant to both pediatric and reproductive health care. Through supervised clinical practice, students will enhance proficiency in pediatric health assessments, diagnostics, and evidence-based treatment plans, as well as reproductive health screenings, family planning, and comprehensive care for women across the reproductive lifespan. Emphasis is placed on fostering effective communication, health promotion, and disease prevention strategies tailored to both pediatric and reproductive health contexts. This course is conducted exclusively within a clinical setting, providing students with hands-on experience in delivering comprehensive, patient-centered pediatric and adult primary care.  (Fall, Spring, Summer) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Prerequisite(s): NURS 6661 and NURS 6720 Registration Restriction(s): MSN FNP students only

Required Texts

Bickley, L. S., Szilagyi, P. G., Hoffman, R. M., & Soriano, R. P. (2021). Bates' guide to physical examination and history taking (13th ed.). Wolters Kluwer. ISBN 978-1-9751-5190-3. via Lippincott Connect
Dunphy, L. M., Winland-Brown, J. E., Porter, B. O., & Thomas, D. J. (2023). Primary care: The art and science of advanced practice nursing (6th ed.). F.A. Davis Company. ISBN: 978-1-7196-4465-5
Hollier, A. (Ed.). (2021). Clinical guidelines in primary care (4th ed.). Advanced Practice Education Associates. ISBN 978-1-892418-27-2 apea.com (https://www.apea.com/products/clinical-guidelines-in-primary-care-4th-edition-760/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)
Maldonado, D. C., & Zuniga, C. (2024). SOAP for family medicine (3rd ed.). Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. ISBN-13: 978-1-975216-48-1
Typhon- The Department of Nursing (DON) will register students in Typhon. Students are responsible for uploading all required documentation as needed. Additionally, students must bring a device to clinical that allows them to access Typhon for clinical documentation, SOAP notes, surveys, and other necessary tasks. Typhon will require a one time fee of $100.
Burns’ Pediatric Primary Care 8e 
APEA resources- Clinical Guidelines in Primary Care 4th ed  ISBN: 978-1-892418-27-2 


Learning Outcomes

FNP
Learning Outcome Alignment: A list of learning outcomes for this course is found below. You will demonstrate your understanding of the outcomes throughout your coursework

NURS 6710
Course
Outcomes

Teaching
Method/
Assessment
Criteria

FNP Student
Learning
Outcomes

SUU Essential
Learning Outcomes
https://catalog.suu.edu/content.php?
catoid=25&navoid=4671#elo
(https://catalog.suu.edu/content.php?
catoid=25&navoid=4671#elo)

AACN Ess

Clinical
Proficiency in
Adult Primary
Care:
FNP students
will
demonstrate
advanced
clinical
proficiency in
delivering
comprehensive,

Teaching-
Reading,

videos and
engagement
in hands-on
clinical
experiences
Assessment
criteria- SOAP
notes,
OSCEs,
feedback from

Source: FNP Student Handbook
(https://docs.google.com/document/d/1FvjSPZHQLqt8wmuEe4t7E8DD4WvUluJF/edit?
usp=sharing&ouid=112009260142296787562&rtpof=true&sd=true)

Source: SUU website
(https://catalog.suu.edu/content.php?
catoid=25&navoid=4671#elo)

Source: A
(https://ww
2021.pdf)

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patient-
centered care

to the adult
population,
showcasing
enhanced skills
in health
assessments,
diagnostics,

evidence-
based

treatment
planning, and
thorough
documentation
of patient
encounters.
clinical
preceptors
and
documentation
in Typhon

Diagnostic
Reasoning and
Therapeutic
Interventions:
Students will
refine their
ability to
engage in
diagnostic
reasoning,
implement
effective
therapeutic
interventions,
and maintain
accurate
documentation
for managing
common acute
and chronic
health
conditions
prevalent in
adult primary
care.

Teaching-
Reading,

videos and
engagement
in hands-on
clinical
experiences
Assessment
criteria- SOAP
notes,
OSCEs,
feedback from
clinical
preceptors
and
documentation
in Typhon

Source: FNP Student Handbook
(https://docs.google.com/document/d/1FvjSPZHQLqt8wmuEe4t7E8DD4WvUluJF/edit?
usp=sharing&ouid=112009260142296787562&rtpof=true&sd=true)

Source: SUU website
(https://catalog.suu.edu/content.php?
catoid=25&navoid=4671#elo)

Source: A
(https://ww
2021.pdf)

Effective
Communication
and Health
Promotion:
Students will
develop
advanced
communication
skills,
emphasizing
effective
patient-provider
interactions,
the promotion
of health and
disease
prevention
strategies
specific to adult
patients, and
the
documentation
of these
interactions to
ensure
continuity of
care and
accurate
record-keeping.

Teaching-
Reading,

videos and
engagement
in hands-on
clinical
experiences
Assessment
criteria- SOAP
notes,
OSCEs,
feedback from
clinical
preceptors
and
documentation
in Typhon

Source: FNP Student Handbook
(https://docs.google.com/document/d/1FvjSPZHQLqt8wmuEe4t7E8DD4WvUluJF/edit?
usp=sharing&ouid=112009260142296787562&rtpof=true&sd=true)

Source: SUU website
(https://catalog.suu.edu/content.php?
catoid=25&navoid=4671#elo)

Source: A
(https://ww
2021.pdf)

Holistic
Approach to

Teaching-
Reading,

Source: FNP Student Handbook
(https://docs.google.com/document/d/1FvjSPZHQLqt8wmuEe4t7E8DD4WvUluJF/edit?

Source: SUU website
(https://catalog.suu.edu/content.php?
Source: A
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Adult Primary
Care:
Upon
completion of
the course,
FNP students
will be
equipped to
navigate the
complexities of
adult primary
care with a
holistic
approach,
ensuring a
comprehensive
understanding
of wellness,
preventative
care, and
effective
management of
adult health
concerns.

videos and
engagement
in hands-on
clinical
experiences
Assessment
criteria- SOAP
notes,
OSCEs,
feedback from
clinical
preceptors
and
documentation
in Typhon usp=sharing&ouid=112009260142296787562&rtpof=true&sd=true) catoid=25&navoid=4671#elo) 2021.pdf)

Course Requirements

As ses sment/As s ignment Expec tations

C l i n i c a l H o u r s D o c u m e n t a t i o n A s s i g n m e n t
Demonstrate proficiency in adult primary care by completing and documenting 100 clinical hours in Typhon, emphasizing evidence-based decision-
making, diagnostic reasoning, and therapeutic interventions.

Instructions:
1. Log Clinical Hours – Accurately document 100 hours in Typhon.
2. Patient Encounters – Record assessments, diagnoses, treatment plans, and follow-up care.
3. Evidence-Based Practice – Apply clinical guidelines in decision-making and documentation.
4. Preceptor Verification – Ensure all entries are reviewed and approved by the preceptor.
5. This course provides an immersive and hands-on experience in delivering comprehensive, patient-centered care to the adult population, with
documentation of patient interactions and clinical decision-making.
Submission Deadline:
Complete and verify all documentation within three days of the patient encounter.
Failure to meet documentation requirements may result in incomplete course credit.
F i n a l O S C E A s s i g n m e n t O v e r v i e w
Each FNP student will participate in a live OSCE over Zoom, simulating an in-person clinic visit. The objective is to assess history-taking, clinical
reasoning, physical exam interpretation, patient education, and management in a primary care setting.
Each encounter will involve:
1. Patient Interview – Gathering a complete history relevant to the chief complaint.
2. Verbalized Physical Examination – Describing which physical exam components they would perform and interpreting provided findings.
3. Clinical Reasoning & Differential Diagnosis – Developing an evidence-based differential diagnosis.
4. Patient Education & Management Plan – Outlining treatment strategies, including medications, lifestyle changes, and follow-up.
5. Post-OSCE Reflection – Analyzing performance and identifying areas for improvement.
S O A P A s s i g n m e n t O v e r v i e w
A SOAP note is a standardized format for clinical documentation that ensures clear, organized, and concise communication between healthcare
providers. It stands for:
S (Subjective): The patient's reported symptoms, medical history, and relevant information from their perspective.
O (Objective): Measurable data including vital signs, physical exam findings, and diagnostic test results.
A (Assessment): The clinician’s analysis of the patient’s condition, including differential diagnoses and final diagnosis.
P (Plan): The treatment and management plan, including medications, follow-up, and patient education.
SOAP notes are an essential component of clinical practice, promoting accurate documentation, continuity of care, and critical thinking. This
assignment will help you refine your clinical reasoning and documentation skills during your clinical rotation.
A SOAP note is a standardized format for clinical documentation that ensures clear, organized, and concise communication between healthcare
providers
E x i t S u r v e y O v e r v i e w
FNP student exit surveys assess program effectiveness, clinical preparedness, and career readiness. Key areas include:
Program Satisfaction – Quality of coursework, faculty, and clinical training.
Clinical Preparedness – Confidence in managing primary care conditions and board exam readiness.
Curriculum Evaluation – Relevance of coursework, evidence-based practice, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Preceptor & Clinical Sites – Availability, effectiveness, and diversity of clinical experiences.
P r e c e p t o r t o e v a l u a t e S t u d e n t S u r v e y O v e r v i e w
At the end of each clinical rotation, the preceptor will complete an evaluation of the FNP student, assessing clinical skills, professionalism,
communication, and overall competency. The Department of Nursing (DON) will email the evaluation to the preceptor, who must complete it before
the student receives credit for the rotation. Students will be notified once the evaluation is submitted and are encouraged to emphasize to their preceptor the importance of timely completion.

Course Outline

 Commenced Attendance Quiz due by 11:59pm

 OSCE: Headache (26:08) due by 11:59pm

 OSCE: Knee Pain (17:44) due by 11:59pm

 Midterm OSCE due by 11:59pm

 OSCE: Cough (16:29) due by 11:59pm

 OSCE: Shoulder Pain (24:30) due by 11:59pm

 Final OSCE due by 11:59pm

 Clinical Hours Log in Typhon

 Clinical Site Evaluation Assignment

 Preceptor Evaluation of FNP Student Assignment

 SOAP note assignment for clinical experiences in Typhon

 Student Evaluation of Preceptor Assignment

Instructor's policies on late assignments and/or makeup work

Late Policy: Papers/assignments are due at the time designated. Faculty members retain the option of not accepting late papers/assignments and will deduct points for late work. Canvas is set up so that 30% of the student's grade is deducted each day that the assignment is late. Individual faculty maintains final determination in situations related to late work. Early communication with faculty is encouraged regarding late work and extenuating circumstances.

Attendance Policy

In asynchronous learning, students have the flexibility to engage with course content, such as lectures and readings, at any time that suits their schedule within a set timeframe (usually a week). Assignments, however, have specific deadlines. Late work will not be accepted.
At the beginning of each term there is a Commenced Attendance Quiz which must be completed within a few days of the start of the term. If this is not completed a student may be dropped from the course. This "quiz" is merely for attendance purposes.

Course Fees

Program and Course Fees (https://www.suu.edu/registrar/course-fees.html)

ADA Statement

Students with medical, psychological, learning, or other disabilities desiring academic adjustments, accommodations, or auxiliary aids will need to contact the Disability Resource Center, located in Room 206F of the Sharwan Smith Center or by phone at (435) 865-8042. The Disability Resource Center determines eligibility for and authorizes the provision of services.

If your instructor requires attendance, you may need to seek an ADA accommodation to request an exception to this attendance policy. Please contact the Disability Resource Center to determine what, if any, ADA accommodations are reasonable and appropriate.

Academic Credit

According to the federal definition of a Carnegie credit hour: A credit hour of work is the equivalent of approximately 60 minutes of class time or independent study work. A minimum of 45 hours of work by each student is required for each unit of credit. Credit is earned only when course requirements are met. One (1) credit hour is equivalent to 15 contact hours of lecture, discussion, testing, evaluation, or seminar, as well as 30 hours of student homework. An equivalent amount of work is expected for laboratory work, internships, practica, studio, and other academic work leading to the awarding of credit hours. Credit granted for individual courses, labs, or studio classes ranges from 0.5 to 15 credit hours per semester.

Academic Freedom

SUU is operated for the common good of the greater community it serves. The common good depends upon the free search for truth and its free exposition. Academic Freedom is the right of faculty to study, discuss, investigate, teach, and publish. Academic Freedom is essential to these purposes and applies to both teaching and research.

Academic Freedom in the realm of teaching is fundamental for the protection of the rights of the faculty member and of you, the student, with respect to the free pursuit of learning and discovery. Faculty members possess the right to full freedom in the classroom in discussing their subjects. They may present any controversial material relevant to their courses and their intended learning outcomes, but they shall take care not to introduce into their teaching controversial materials which have no relation to the subject being taught or the intended learning outcomes for the course.

As such, students enrolled in any course at SUU may encounter topics, perspectives, and ideas that are unfamiliar or controversial, with the educational intent of providing a meaningful learning environment that fosters your growth and development. These parameters related to Academic Freedom are included in SUU Policy 6.6.

Academic Misconduct

Scholastic honesty is expected of all students. Dishonesty will not be tolerated and will be prosecuted to the fullest extent (see SUU Policy 6.33). You are expected to have read and understood the current SUU student conduct code (SUU Policy 11.2) regarding student responsibilities and rights, the intellectual property policy (SUU Policy 5.52), information about procedures, and what constitutes acceptable behavior.

Please Note: The use of websites or services that sell essays is a violation of these policies; likewise, the use of websites or services that provide answers to assignments, quizzes, or tests is also a violation of these policies. Regarding the use of Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI), you should check with your individual course instructor.

Emergency Management Statement

In case of an emergency, the University's Emergency Notification System (ENS) will be activated. Students are encouraged to maintain updated contact information using the link on the homepage of the mySUU portal. In addition, students are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the Emergency Response Protocols posted in each classroom. Detailed information about the University's emergency management plan can be found at https://www.suu.edu/emergency.

HEOA Compliance Statement

For a full set of Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA) compliance statements, please visit https://www.suu.edu/heoa. The sharing of copyrighted material through peer-to-peer (P2P) file sharing, except as provided under U.S. copyright law, is prohibited by law; additional information can be found at https://my.suu.edu/help/article/1096/heoa-compliance-plan.

You are also expected to comply with policies regarding intellectual property (SUU Policy 5.52) and copyright (SUU Policy 5.54).

Mandatory Reporting

University policy (SUU Policy 5.60) requires instructors to report disclosures received from students that indicate they have been subjected to sexual misconduct/harassment. The University defines sexual harassment consistent with Federal Regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106, Subpart D) to include quid pro quo, hostile environment harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, and stalking. When students communicate this information to an instructor in-person, by email, or within writing assignments, the instructor will report that to the Title IX Coordinator to ensure students receive support from the Title IX Office. A reporting form is available at https://cm.maxient.com/reportingform.php?SouthernUtahUniv

Non-Discrimination Statement

SUU is committed to fostering an inclusive community of lifelong learners and believes our university's encompassing of different views, beliefs, and identities makes us stronger, more innovative, and better prepared for the global society.

SUU does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex (including sex discrimination and sexual harassment), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, ancestry, disability status, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, military status, veteran status, or other bases protected by applicable law in employment, treatment, admission, access to educational programs and activities, or other University benefits or services.

SUU strives to cultivate a campus environment that encourages freedom of expression from diverse viewpoints. We encourage all to dialogue within a spirit of respect, civility, and decency.

For additional information on non-discrimination, please see SUU Policy 5.27 and/or visit https://www.suu.edu/nondiscrimination.

Pregnancy

Students who are or become pregnant during this course may receive reasonable modifications to facilitate continued access and participation in the course. Pregnancy and related conditions are broadly defined to include pregnancy, childbirth, termination of pregnancy, lactation, related medical conditions, and recovery. To obtain reasonable modifications, please make a request to title9@suu.edu. To learn more visit: https://www.suu.edu/titleix/pregnancy.html.

Disclaimer Statement

Information contained in this syllabus, other than the grading, late assignments, makeup work, and attendance policies, may be subject to change with advance notice, as deemed appropriate by the instructor.