NURS 351 – Patho/Pharm Across Lifespan I at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC) is an undergraduate nursing course that explores the fundamentals of pathophysiology and pharmacology across the human lifespan. The course covers a wide range of topics, including:
Understanding the physiological basis of disease (pathophysiology)
The actions and effects of medications (pharmacology)
Common health conditions and their treatments
Medication administration and safety
Ethical considerations in medication management
Patient education on medications and their effects
Students in NURS 351 will develop a comprehensive understanding of the relationship between diseases and the medications used to treat them. They will learn to assess the physiological changes that occur in various health conditions and how medications impact these processes. The course also emphasizes ethical and safe medication administration, as well as educating patients about their medications.
This course is designed for students pursuing a career in nursing and equips them with the knowledge and skills necessary to provide effective care across the lifespan by understanding the pathophysiological basis of diseases and the pharmacological interventions used to treat them.
