NURS 830 – Acute Adult-Gerontology I at The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC) is an advanced nursing course offered within the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program, focusing on the acute care needs of adult and geriatric populations.
This comprehensive course is designed to provide nursing professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary for managing acute health conditions in adult and older adult patients.
NURS 830 covers key components to prepare students for advanced practice in acute care settings:
Advanced health assessment and diagnostic reasoning
Pharmacological management of acute health conditions
Evidence-based interventions for acute care across the adult-gerontology lifespan
Complex health conditions and critical care concepts
Interdisciplinary collaboration in acute care settings
Ethical considerations in acute care nursing practice
Students enrolled in NURS 830 will engage in practical applications of theoretical knowledge, emphasizing evidence-based practices in acute care. The course aims to prepare nursing professionals for leadership roles in healthcare settings that require specialized expertise in managing acute health conditions in adult and geriatric populations.
This course is suitable for individuals seeking advanced proficiency in acute care nursing, providing a foundation for delivering high-quality and comprehensive care to adult and older adult patients in acute care settings.
