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This text contains case studies and review questions for nurse practitioner students; focusing on the 3Ps of nurse practitioner education (Pharmacology, Pathophysiology, and Physical (Health) Assessment) to help NP students prepare for their clinical courses and pass their clinical readiness exam.  It includes cases commonly seen in entry-level NP practice.  In addition to the three individual sections of the text that focus on cases applying content from each of the distinct courses (Pathophysiology, Pharmacology, and Physical Assessment), we included summative case studies at the end of the book that connect all three areas in a single case. Because these three courses provide the building blocks for developing diagnostic reasoning, which is essential to clinical decision-making, the ability to connect knowledge from all three courses is an excellent indicator of clinical readiness and a solid foundation for developing future clinical skills.  Providing students with opportunities to engage in simulation, case-based learning, and reflective practice, while seeking guidance from experienced faculty and preceptors, helps build the competence and confidence needed to succeed in clinical rotations and to become effective advanced practice providers. This text is one tool that will support that process.

Individual case contributions by:

  • Kelly Cumella MSN, FNP-BC, RN
  • Corey Jackson, DNP, FNP-BC, RN
  • Nichole Lopez, DNP, FNP-BC, PMGT-BC
  • Kathleen Peterson, PhD, PNP, RN, CNE
  • Jennifer Ring, MSN, AGPCNP-C, RN

This book can also be read online at milnepublishing.geneseo.edu/np-clinical-readiness

To access instructor resources, please email ost@geneseo.edu to be verified (to expedite your approval, email from your organizational email and provide a link to a public professional profile). Upon approval, you will be provided with a password to access the download.

ISBN

978-1-956862-26-3

Publication Date

5-14-2026

Publisher

Milne Open Textbooks

City

Geneseo

Keywords

nursing, nurse practitioner, case studies, pathophysiology, pharmacology

Disciplines

Family Practice Nursing | Geriatric Nursing | Maternal, Child Health and Neonatal Nursing | Nursing | Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing | Public Health and Community Nursing

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Be Prepared for Your Nurse Practitioner Clinical Readiness Exam

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