Feb 09, 2026  
2025-2026 Graduate Catalog 
    
2025-2026 Graduate Catalog
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NURS 9210 - DNP Role, Theory and Philosophy of Science

3 Credits (3 Contact Hours)
This course examines the historical development of the role of the DNP prepared nurse leader. The application of philosophy of science, historical, and theoretical underpinnings of the advanced nursing practice (ANP) role and the advanced practice nursing (APN) nurse practitioner role are presented. Nursing theories and concepts; integration of knowledge from biological and social sciences; and leadership expectations and translation of knowledge are applied to improve practice outcomes.



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