Pathophysiology has certainly supported my education needs for meeting the MSN outcomes number four, MSN essential VIII, and Nurse Practitioner Core Competencies #1. The course provided scenarios that were excellent for understanding the critical thinking process needed for family nurse practitioner (FNP). With the provided material, readings, and discussions, the MSN program outcome number four was meet with the highest level of teaching. As a student, my ability to critically evaluate, design, and implement strategies was strengthened. The learning that took place regarding the class has allowed me to develop a practice that is safe, evidence based, and effective. According to Johnson, Fontelo, Olsen, Jones, and Gimbel (2013), family nurse
