Introduction to fundamental concepts in nursing.
- Subject
- NUR
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Catalog
- 2026-27 University Catalog
- Source
- catalog.uncg.edu
218 courses with the subject NUR, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
Introduction to fundamental concepts in nursing.
Lab experience related to the fundamental concepts in nursing.
Introduction to basic nursing assessment of well individuals over the life span.
Introduction to basic nursing assessment of well individuals over the life span. Laboratory and clinical activities encourage development of skills in interviewing, physical examination, and documentation of information.
Develops skills in mathematical calculations of drug dosages and interpreting medical terminology.
Foundations in the development of nursing highlight how learners can advance their ability to think, act, and feel like members of the profession. Emphasis is placed on the core values and principles of nursing practice, professional and ethical standards, communication, critical thinking, and collaboration in delivering holistic and person-centered care.
The focus of this course is for students to perform comprehensive and individualized assessments and interventions by integrating knowledge of nursing concepts, theoretical frameworks, and clinical skills to identify needs, and introduce students to evidence-based care plans.
This course explores the mechanisms of disease and physiological disruptions in acute and chronic conditions. It focuses on disease manifestation, progression, and impact on the body. The course provides foundational knowledge for patient assessment, early identification, and intervention strategies in nursing practice across the lifespan.
The focus of this course is for students to implement advanced, patient-centered care strategies by integrating comprehensive assessments, nursing knowledge, and advanced clinical skills. Critically evaluate patient outcomes to formulate evidence-based care plans, ensuring students collaborate effectively with patients and their families to achieve the best possible health outcomes.
Nursing care of individuals who have neurobehavioral problems.
Practicum for nursing care of individuals who have neurobehavioral problems. Clinical activities in selected behavioral health settings.
This course introduces foundational pharmacology principles in nursing, emphasizing patient-centered care, clinical judgment, and medication safety. Students will explore drug mechanisms of action, therapeutic uses, and safe administration practices, preparing them to apply pharmacological knowledge effectively in clinical settings.
Introduction to adult health concepts, emphasizing person-centered, evidence-based care. Through care planning, clinical judgment, and collaboration, students will develop foundational skills for managing common adult health issues across various healthcare settings.
Use of information and healthcare technologies, and their application in supporting healthcare processes and clinical decision-making are analyzed. Emphasis is placed on the impact of informatics and technology on patient outcomes, quality of care, and the efficiency of communication among healthcare teams, patients, and consumers with professional and regulatory standards.
Nursing care of clients who have chronic physiological problems.
Practicum for nursing care of clients who have chronic physiological problems.
This course refines students' clinical judgment, decision-making, and problem-solving skills. Emphasizing individualized care, students will explore how to apply theory to practice for complex adult health issues. Through assessment, care planning, and collaboration, students will enhance their ability to deliver holistic, evidence-based interventions and improve patient outcomes in diverse environments.
This course explores population health principles through community engagement, with a focus on health promotion, disease prevention, health advocacy, and addressing social determinants of health. It covers the spectrum of healthcare delivery, from prevention to disease management, emphasizing collaboration with partners and stakeholders to improve health outcomes for diverse populations.
This course explores the evolving nursing profession, focusing on emerging issues in nursing practice and policy. Students will examine trends in healthcare delivery and gain insights into the complexities and implications of these issues at local, national, and global levels.
Global perspectives on women's health issues.
Nursing care and health promotion of infants, children, and adolescents with acute and chronic illness, special health care needs, and those receiving well child care.
Practicum for nursing care and health promotion of infants, children, and adolescents with acute and chronic illness, special health care needs, and those receiving well child care.
Health appraisal and recognition of symptoms of illness in children. Emphasizes needs of children in group settings from infancy through elementary school age.
Exploration of informatics and health care technologies in the management of individuals, groups, and organizations for the improvement of patient outcomes.
Study of pathophysiologic changes that influence disease processes across the lifespan and related pharmacological therapies.
Study of selected pathophysiologic changes that influence disease processes across the lifespan and related pharmacological therapies.
Nursing care of women and families along the childbearing continuum. Topics include reproductive health, promotion of health for pregnancy and birth, nursing management of complications, and newborn care.
Practicum for nursing care of women and families along the childbearing continuum. Topics include reproductive health, promotion of health for pregnancy and birth, nursing management of complications, and newborn care.
Clinical application of theories, concepts, and research related to collaborative interprofessional education (IPE) across healthcare disciplines.
Study of basic concepts in professional nursing.
Study of the health assessment of individuals over the life span. Laboratory activities promote the development of assessment skills.
Focus on the use of electronic technologies and the management of information to facilitate nursing practice and enhance quality care.
Introduction and practice of nursing skills necessary for care of clients in clinical settings.
This application based course focuses on the development and improvement of critical reasoning skills for professional nursing practice.
Role of culture on the health and wellbeing of individuals and selected global communities, including indigenous peoples.
This didactic course covers the fundamentals of professional civilian nursing. Similarities and differences between military and civilian models of care are presented.
Belief systems are examined to address the experience of illness and disability in the family unit, family dynamics with chronic disorders, multigenerational experiences with illness, loss, and crisis, and family health and illness.
This course will explore the care requirements associated with pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum, gender health, and neonatal care. Additionally, the course addresses diverse family structures, cultural variations, and moral-ethical considerations in fertility, pregnancy, gynecology, andrology, transgender health, and genetics.
Nursing care of the pediatric patient across infancy, childhood, and adolescence with a focus on health promotion, disease prevention, acute and chronic health conditions and associated risk factors, and the well child. Applying a family-centered approach with consideration of developmental, cultural, social, and psychological needs of the patient and family.
Nursing care for mental health challenges across the lifespan with an emphasis on wellness, recovery, health promotion, patient advocacy, and pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities. Students will gain skills in mental health assessment, clinical judgment, and therapeutic communication.
Study of major drug groups and their action, use, side effects, and nursing care considerations. Emphasis on nursing care and teaching, built upon physiology and basic pharmacology.
Develop skills in managing family dynamics including mental health well-being while delivering compassionate, holistic nursing care across diverse family structures and settings.
Through an exploration of the scientific process, students will learn to critically evaluate and apply research findings to enhance patient outcomes and improve healthcare practices.
This course takes a holistic approach to leadership, guiding students through self-awareness, informed decision-making, group dynamics, and aligning organizational goals with practices. It explores how structures, systems, and resources impact health outcomes and reviews human resource management principles, improvement strategies, and legal regulations within healthcare settings.
Nursing care of older adults: biopsychosocial, spiritual functioning, impact of developmental changes, illness, and dysfunction on health status and quality of life.
Practicum for nursing care of older adults: biopsychosocial, spiritual functioning, impact of developmental changes, illness, and dysfunction on health status and quality of life. Selected clinical activities.
Critical analysis of healthcare practice within a global context. Reflective global community engagement experience integrating academic enhancement, personal growth, and global civic learning.
This immersive practicum synthesizes course and clinical experiences, focusing on time management, health promotion, acute and rehabilitative care, and reducing gaps in care transitions. Students emerge as novice nurse generalists, applying program knowledge to provide safe and effective care while optimizing community resources.
Introduction to the leadership and management roles of the professional nurse in health care organizations.
A systematic review of topics associated with NCLEX are evaluated. Test-taking principles are reinforced, and sample tests provide areas for improved continuous learning. Personal and professional development opportunities are reviewed, allowing for program outcome evaluation and effective role transition from student to a practice-ready nurse.
Nursing care of populations and communities through collaborative actions across care settings.
Practicum for nursing care of populations and communities through collaborative actions across care settings.
This course advances person-centered nursing care of adults with multisystem, complex, and varying health needs. Emphasis is on integrating compassion, communication, and collaboration into individualized care while considering health disparities, social determinants, transitions of care, and vulnerable adult populations. Students synthesize knowledge from previous courses to manage evolving care situations.
Nursing care of individuals/families with acute physiological illness.
Practicum for nursing care of individuals/families with acute physiological illness.
A concentrated practicum where students simulate the roles of the employed graduate under the guidance of a selected nursing preceptor and a faculty facilitator.
This course explores concepts in global health and disaster preparedness using a nation as a microcosm to explore these concepts. Offered as a Study Abroad course.
Introduction to the professional nurse's role in evidence-based practice and nursing research.
This number reserved for experimental courses. Refer to the Course Schedule for current offerings.
Nursing concepts and care of individuals, families, and groups within community settings.
Nursing concepts and care of older adults: theories of aging, physiological/psychological functioning, impact of developmental changes, illness, and chronic dysfunction.
The professional nurse's role in applying principles of leadership and management in health care organizations across the continuum of care.
Introduction to nursing research and the professional nurse's role in research.
Cumulative integration of concepts learned throughout the curriculum. Emphasis placed on analysis of critical thinking skills and synthesis of clinical decision making. Also includes preparation for NCLEX-RN.
Guided readings in nursing as an individual project designed with a focus on the nursing profession and/or nursing practice. Course offering is dependent on faculty availability.
Honors Work.
Introduction to fundamental concepts in nursing.
Lab experience related to the fundamental concepts in nursing.
Introduction and practice of nursing skills necessary for care of clients in clinical settings.
Introduction to basic nursing assessment of well individuals over the life span.
Introduction to basic nursing assessment of well individuals over the life span. Laboratory and clinical activities encourage development of skills in interviewing, physical examination, and documentation of information.
Nursing care of individuals who have neurobehavioral problems.
Practicum for nursing care of individuals who have neurobehavioral problems. Clinical activities in selected behavioral health settings.
Nursing care of clients who have chronic physiological problems.
Practicum for nursing care of clients who have chronic physiological problems.
Study of selected pathophysiologic changes that influence disease processes across the lifespan and related pharmacological therapies.
Study of selected pathophysiologic changes that influence disease processes across the lifespan and related pharmacological therapies.
Nursing care of older adults: biopsychosocial, spiritual functioning, impact of developmental changes, illness, and dysfunction on health status and quality of life.
Practicum for nursing care of older adults: biopsychosocial, spiritual functioning, impact of developmental changes, illness, and dysfunction on health status and quality of life. Selected clinical activities.
Critical analysis of healthcare practice within a global context. Reflective global community engagement experience integrating academic enhancement, personal growth, and global civic learning.
Introduces principles and practices of professional nursing. Explores development of nursing as a discipline and cultivates the ability to think critically, communicate effectively, and act ethically within diverse healthcare environments. Emphasizes holistic, person-centered care, professional identity formation, interprofessional collaboration, and application of core nursing skills in simulated and clinical settings.
Introduces foundational concepts and skills for conducting comprehensive and focused health assessments of well individuals across the lifespan. Emphasis on the development of effective communication techniques, health history collection, physical examination skills, and culturally responsive care. Students will learn to identify normal and abnormal findings and document assessment data accurately.
Explores the mechanisms of disease and physiological disruptions in acute and chronic conditions. It focuses on disease manifestation, progression, and impact on the body. The course provides foundational knowledge for patient assessment, early identification, and intervention strategies in nursing practice across the lifespan.
Introduces foundational pharmacology principles in nursing, emphasizing patient-centered care, clinical judgment, and medication safety. Students will explore drug mechanisms of action, therapeutic uses, and safe administration practices, preparing them to apply pharmacological knowledge effectively in clinical settings.
Nursing care for mental health challenges across the lifespan with an emphasis on wellness, recovery, health promotion, patient advocacy, and pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities. Students will gain skills in mental health assessment, clinical judgment, and therapeutic communication.
Introduction to adult health concepts, emphasizing person-centered, evidence-based care. Through care planning, clinical judgment, and collaboration, students will develop foundational skills for managing common adult health issues across various healthcare settings.
Introduction to the principles of fiscal management, health care agency accounting practices, and the nurse administrator's role in budgeting processes.
This course explores concepts in global health and disaster preparedness using a nation as a microcosm to explore these concepts.
Development of knowledge and skill competencies basic to the critical interpretation and utilization of research findings in nursing administration. Graded on S/U basis.
An integrated approach to team development and function using an interprofessional/interdisciplinary model.
Prepares the student to apply principles of quality and safety at the micro (unit) and macro (organizational) system level.
Nursing care and health promotion of infants, children, and adolescents with acute and chronic illness, special health care needs, and those receiving well child care.
Practicum for nursing care and health promotion of infants, children, and adolescents with acute and chronic illness, special health care needs, and those receiving well child care.
Nursing care of women and families along the childbearing continuum. Topics include reproductive health, promotion of health for pregnancy and birth, nursing management of complications, and newborn care.
Practicum for nursing care of women and families along the childbearing continuum. Topics include reproductive health, promotion of health for pregnancy and birth, nursing management of complications, and newborn care.
Prepares the student to apply principles and techniques of communication and computer technology in health care management settings.
Provides the student with a foundational knowledge of management and leadership skills using applications based on problem-solving, decision-making, and critical thinking. Core management concepts include planning, organizing, staffing, directing, and controlling. Other topics include legal and ethical decision making and advocacy.
Nursing care of populations and communities through collaborative actions across care settings.
Practicum for nursing care of populations and communities through collaborative actions across care settings.
Nursing care of individuals/families with acute physiological illness.
Practicum for nursing care of individuals/families with acute physiological illness.
A contemporary analysis of the U.S. health system from government, regulation, policy, insurance, and the economy is completed. Business approaches advocating for social and environmental justice are debated.
A concentrated 7 1/2-week practicum where students simulate the roles of the employed graduate under the guidance of a selected nursing preceptor and a faculty facilitator.
Cumulative integration of concepts learned throughout the curriculum. Emphasis placed on analysis of critical thinking skills and synthesis of clinical decision-making. Also includes preparation for NCLEX-RN.
Explores concept clarification associated with leading, managing, and following in the existing volatile, uncertain, complex and ambiguous U.S. health system. Foundational history from the Industrial Revolution to today’s emerging network models is synthesized against access, cost, and health disparities.
Leading change is a significant expectation for advancing the health system. Emphasis is placed on change and project management principles and the essential relationships between the change agent and client system. Further, strategies and techniques found in implementation science are practiced, reducing barriers to change and facilitating desired outcomes.
The influence of social, economic, cultural, and environmental factors on health outcomes and how they vary within groups are critiqued. The role of nurse administrators in evaluating care coordination, data organization, community engagement, and interventions to ensure equity are examined.
Prepares nurse leaders to understand and apply principles of quality improvement and their effects in health systems. Data-driven decision-making and technology integration into improvement models are tested.
Prepares nurse leaders to utilize financial terminology, reimbursement models, and reporting methods. Special attention is paid to staffing, capital, operating budget development, and variance analysis in health care organizations.
Nursing management within the health care system. Management functions of planning, organizing and staffing studied within the framework of leadership in health care organizations.
Management functions of directing and controlling are studied within the framework of leadership in health care organizations.
Application of leadership and administration knowledge in a practice setting while defining self in a professional leadership role.
Application of advanced leadership and management knowledge in a practice setting while defining self in a professional leadership roles.
Elements comprising a care delivery model are investigated, including patient-centered vs. patient-sensitive care, population vs. individual care needs, nurse-led vs. physician-led practices, and professional governance vs. centralized or authoritarian governance. Generational shifts to accommodate workforce shortages, increased patient demands, and associated human resource regulations are analyzed.
Research-based course introducing learners to scientific processes used to study organizational and clinical practice, the interpretation of scientific findings to guide clinical management, policy setting, and decision-making, and the unique challenges of conducting research in the non-laboratory setting. Emphasis on critique and application of research findings is presented.
Designed for nurse leaders passionate about driving positive change in healthcare through innovative thinking and problem-solving. The focus is to empower leaders to address complex challenges, enhance patient care, and drive positive organizational change through a human-centered approach.
Climate, disasters and the impact on health are critiqued. Pathophysiology of physical and mental well-being and material supply chains and management are analyzed. Epidemiology and resource management roles are addressed.
This number reserved for experimental courses. Refer to the Course Schedule for current offerings.
The practicum allows learners to synthesize didactic content and experiential learning assignments and gain additional administrative experiences to validate program competencies. Students will work with their preceptor to complete a semester long leadership project.
Explores the care requirements associated with pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum, gender health, and neonatal care. Addresses diverse family structures, cultural variations, and ethical considerations in fertility, pregnancy, and genetics. Students will apply physiological knowledge and assess maternal and neonatal health while navigating moral-ethical considerations in reproductive care.
Nursing care of the pediatric patient across infancy, childhood, and adolescence with a focus on health promotion, disease prevention, acute and chronic health conditions and associated risk factors, and the well child. Applying a family-centered approach with consideration of developmental, cultural, social, and psychological needs of the patient and family.
Explores population health principles through community engagement, with a focus on health promotion, disease prevention, health advocacy, and addressing social determinants of health. It covers the spectrum of healthcare delivery, from prevention to disease management, emphasizing collaboration with partners and stakeholders to improve health outcomes for diverse populations.
Refines students' clinical judgment, decision-making, and problem-solving skills. Emphasizing individualized care, students will explore how to apply theory to practice for complex adult health issues. Through assessment, care planning, and collaboration, students will enhance their ability to deliver holistic, evidence-based interventions and improve patient outcomes in diverse environments.
Examines person-centered nursing care of families experiencing acute and chronic illnesses, disability, and loss as a result of complex health conditions. Emphasis is placed on integrating compassion, communication, and collaboration into family care while considering health disparities, social determinants, and transitions of care.
Explores psychopharmacological treatment for psychiatric, mental, behavioral, and substance abuse disorders across the lifespan, covering pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, major drug classes, indications, dosing, side effects, and interactions. Students learn evidence-based medication management strategies and recent advances in neurobiology and psychopharmacology for advanced nursing practice in diverse clinical settings.
Develops skills in comprehensive assessment and diagnosis of psychiatric and mental health disorders across the lifespan. It emphasizes diagnostic reasoning, case formulation, treatment planning, and understanding neuroanatomy and brain-behavior principles to manage behavioral health and psychiatric issues. Preparing students to address normal and abnormal behaviors across diverse populations.
Integrates psychotherapy theories and practical application, preparing students to deliver effective care across the lifespan. Students explore cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, humanistic, and integrative approaches, focusing on assessment, therapeutic relationships, and treatment planning. Emphasis is on therapy stages and evidence-based interventions for individuals and groups, applying theoretical and therapeutic approaches.
Integrates psychotherapeutic and psychopharmacological interventions for managing complex psychiatric disorders in adults and families across the lifespan. Emphasis is on treating mood and behavioral symptoms, co-occurring disorders, and developing comprehensive, culturally competent care plans for multifaceted cases.
Advanced clinical course enhances competencies in delivering safe, ethical psychiatric care across the lifespan through supervised practice. Emphasis is on collaborative management of complex disorders and co-occurring conditions, developing evidence-based care plans. Students refine clinical judgment, diagnostic skills, therapeutic communication, and leadership while integrating assessment and pharmacological management.
Enhances students’ knowledge of diagnosing and treating psychiatric disorders in vulnerable populations, including children, adolescents, older adults, individuals with chronic illnesses, substance use and personality disorders, those in the criminal justice system, refugees, LGBT+ individuals, and military populations. Students will confront their biases and values in psychiatric practice.
Guided readings, research, and individual project work under the direction of the School of Nursing faculty.
Culminating experience for psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner students. Skill refinement and responsibility in delivering comprehensive psychiatric care across the lifespan is emphasized. Through precepted practicum experiences, students demonstrate proficiency by integrating knowledge, building confidence and preparing for independent, ethical, and collaborative practice as PMHNPs.
Synthesizes course and clinical experiences, focusing on time management, health promotion, acute and rehabilitative care, and reducing gaps in care transitions. Students emerge as novice nurse generalists, applying program knowledge to provide safe and effective care while optimizing community resources.
A systematic review of topics associated with NCLEX are evaluated. Test-taking principles are reinforced, and sample tests provide areas for improved continuous learning. Personal and professional development opportunities are reviewed, allowing for program outcome evaluation and effective role transition from student to a practice-ready nurse.
Scholarly inquiry project developed by the student with faculty guidance.
Individual guidance and direction in research to address a clinical or nonclinical problem.
Applied descriptive and inferential statistics for nursing and health care research. Principles of hypothesis testing, inference, estimation, correlation, regression, and analysis of variance. Emphasis on selection of analysis and interpretation of results.
Advanced statistics for nursing and health care research, including general linear model, multifactoral ANOVA, multiple regression. Emphasis on selection and conduct of analysis and interpretation of results.
Philosophy, theory, and methods of qualitative research with an emphasis on the application to nursing and health research.
Theoretical foundations, design, and techniques of quantitative research for nursing and health care.
The critical inquiry to problem-solving is explored. Research methods guide questioning, retrieving, analyzing data, and generating science-based knowledge relevant to advanced nursing practice.
Measurement of biophysical, psychomotor, cognitive, affective, and system-level phenomena for nursing and health research. Reliability, validity, item analysis, norms, selection and development of measures.
Human physiologic changes and common pathophysiological and compensatory mechanisms are applied as a basis for advanced practice diagnostic reasoning and deliberation.
Drug therapies are applied to various health conditions, and their dosing, side effects, and drug-to-drug interactions are analyzed for efficacy and cost.
The philosophical underpinnings and theoretical frameworks that guide nursing science. Analysis and evaluation of theory related to phenomena of interest.
A foundational course to build on the skills of conducting comprehensive and systematic assessment of individuals across the lifespan. An introduction to diagnostic reasoning, laboratory studies, and other diagnostic tests are presented.
Application of advanced health assessment and diagnostic reasoning skills using laboratory exercises on individuals across the lifespan.
Biomedical computer technologies to support clinical problem solving and decision-making are applied. Emphasis on emerging technologies/artificial intelligence is analyzed for its impact on quality care and moral/ethical ramifications.
Examines the basic concepts, strategies, and procedures used in conducting and analyzing nursing research. Emphasis will be on proposal development and quantitative and qualitative analysis of data.
Focuses on the assessment, diagnosis, and management of pediatric conditions and preventative care from birth through middle childhood encountered in primary care.
Students will increase knowledge and decision-making skills in the primary care treatment across the lifespan of vulnerable and complex patients. Course includes laboratory interpretation.
Practicum focused on the application of scientific knowledge and clinical judgement in assessment, diagnosis, management of health conditions and wellness in primary care across the lifespan.
General introduction to basics of nurse anesthesia practice, including safety, assessment, pharmacology, monitoring, charting, positioning, care plan development, sequencing, and as a foundation to more advanced anesthetic concepts and techniques.
Provides nurse anesthesia graduate students with an introduction to the principles of clinical anesthesia practice. Engages students in a variety of simulation and case study activities addressing the fundamentals of safe anesthesia practice across the spectrum of anesthesia care.
Focuses on the application of the physical laws of gas, the study of compressed gases for clinical use, and the physical and mechanical considerations of anesthesia delivery systems.
Focuses on the application of the physical laws of gas, the study of compressed gases for clinical use, and the physical and mechanical considerations of anesthesia delivery systems.
Emphasizes the principles of patient assessment for nurse anesthesia practice in the pre and perioperative periods.
Laboratory course emphasizing the principles of patient assessment for nurse anesthesia practice in the pre and perioperative periods.
Focuses on the anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology of the central nervous system, and anesthesia nursing care related to persons with neurological dysfunction.
Focuses on the principles and theories of advanced nurse anesthesia practice necessary to effectively administer anesthesia for complex adult and pediatric patients.
Engages students in a variety of simulation and case study activities that address advanced anesthesia practice across the spectrum of anesthesia care.
General introduction to the basics of nurse anesthesia practice, including safety, assessment, airway management, considerations for specialized populations, crises management, substance use disorder, care plan development, and as a foundation to more advanced anesthetic concepts and techniques.
Examines nurse anesthesia practice and the CRNA role by analyzing the specialty-specific philosophical bases of caring, professionalism, advocacy, scope of practice, policy and standards of care in anesthesia practice, the role of professional organizations, legal and regulatory issues in anesthesia practice, billing, and malpractice.
Provides nurse anesthetist graduate students with principles of crisis resource management and evidence-based techniques within an advanced, high-fidelity simulation environment.
Advanced knowledge of pharmacologic principles related to anesthetic medications.
Advanced knowledge of the biochemical basis and measurement of homeostasis and nursing interventions for fluid and electrolyte imbalance.
Focuses on the principles and theories of advanced nurse anesthesia practice necessary to effectively administer anesthesia to individuals with cardiovascular dysfunction.
Focuses on advanced nurse anesthesia knowledge of the pharmacology of cardiovascular drugs.
Focuses on the principles and theories of advanced nurse anesthesia practice necessary to effectively administer anesthesia to individuals with respiratory dysfunction.
Focuses on advanced nurse anesthesia knowledge of local anesthetics, neuromuscular blocking drugs, and adjunct medications necessary to effectively administer anesthesia to a diverse population.
Advanced knowledge of pathophysiology and anesthesia nursing care related to persons with hepatic, renal, and endocrine dysfunction.
Focuses on the principles of advanced nurse anesthesia knowledge of antimicrobials, adjunct agents, and concurrent outpatient drug therapy necessary to effectively administer anesthesia to a diverse population.
Focuses on the delivery of basic nurse anesthesia practice necessary to effectively administer anesthesia for a diverse patient population in a variety of institutional settings.
Focuses on the delivery of basic nurse anesthesia practice necessary to effectively administer anesthesia for a diverse patient population in a variety of institutional settings.
Focuses on the delivery of advanced nurse anesthesia practice necessary to effectively administer anesthesia for a diverse patient population in a variety of institutional settings.
Focuses on the delivery of complex nurse anesthesia practice necessary to effectively administer anesthesia for a diverse patient population in a variety of institutional settings.
Focuses on the delivery of advanced nurse anesthesia practice necessary to effectively administer anesthesia for a diverse patient population in a variety of institutional settings.
Focuses on the delivery of increasingly complex nurse anesthesia practice necessary to effectively administer anesthesia for a diverse patient population in a variety of institutional settings.
Focuses on the integration of basic, advanced, and complex nurse anesthesia practice necessary to effectively administer anesthesia for a diverse patient population in a variety of institutional settings.
Focuses on the integration of basic, advanced, and complex nurse anesthesia practice necessary to effectively administer anesthesia for a diverse patient population in a variety of institutional settings.
In depth topics of special interest related to nursing and health sciences.
Critical analysis of health disparities and outcomes. Differences in access, use, cost, and quality of health care services; causes of health disparities; and strategies to eliminate disparities.
Advanced analysis and evaluation of domestic and international regulation, financing, and delivery of health care; ethical issues and stakeholders that influence policy; evaluation of policies for selected populations.
Faculty supervised direct and indirect practice experiences that prepare D.N.P. students to function in advanced nursing roles. Includes practice experiences that integrate previous skills, promote innovative thinking, and test potential solutions to clinical practice or system issues. Emphasizes practice roles commensurate with health system needs and improved healthcare outcomes.
Directed research that culminates in a scholarly product.
Prepares the student to conduct a rigorous/systematic review of the literature, synthesize the literature, and draft a literature review manuscript in an area of interest.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor, Director of Graduate Study and Dean of Graduate School;
Grant writing for nurse scientists.
This course focuses on the integration of all aspects of nurse anesthesia practice and preparation for the national certification examination given by the National Board on Certification and Recertification.
Individual direction for the completion of doctoral dissertation research.
Dissertation Extension.
Research Extension.
Exposure to and experience with complex research methods that address emerging issues in nursing and health sciences knowledge. Course content addresses multiple areas of emerging and innovative research.
Mechanisms to improve health status and outcomes within populations, appraised and used to reverse negative social determinants of health. Examining population health, health equity, health promotion, disease prevention, and community-based interventions across the lifespan.
Contrasting nursing and medical care models are introduced, addressing disease prevention and health promotion approaches. Acute and common chronic health issues, their etiology, and evidence-based treatment options are examined across the lifespan.
The first in a series of clinical courses. Practicum for management of acute and chronic illness with emphasis on disease prevention and health promotion across the lifespan.
All life stages, from birth to older adult, and their corollary health and illness trajectories are analyzed. Advanced assessment and interventions are developed to include a team-based approach to care management across the lifespan.
Practicum for management of acute and chronic illness with emphasis on disease prevention and health promotion across the lifespan.
The complexities of acute to chronic disease, conditions of aging, and methods to aid older to frail adults and their families are assessed, managed, and evaluated to promote dignity and comfort.
Practicum for assessment, management, and evaluation of older adults and frail adults by the Adult Gerontological Nurse Practitioner in primary care.
Advanced primary care practicum emphasizing the ability to manage acute and chronic complex health conditions of adults demonstrating advanced critical decision making skills and integration of DNP essentials into advanced practice.
Leadership, care management, and clinical practice are synthesized and applied. This practicum is population-based, focusing on decision-making, and interprofessional care delivered to individuals with acute and chronic conditions emphasizing disease prevention and health promotion among adolescents to older adults.
The alignment of advanced practice opportunities with career aspirations is mapped, with attention to negotiating, fulfilling, and optimizing knowledge, skills, and abilities in a selected position.
Tools and techniques to interpret and measure treatment effectiveness, disease incidence and prevalence, and the efficacy of research findings are applied to population-level decision-making.
Individual and group behavior, foundations for organizational development, and leading in new economy networks will cultivate leadership capacity to lead and manage complex change.
Focuses on the analysis of professional issues affecting anesthesia nursing practice.
This clinical course is the synthesis of key clinical concepts that allows students to demonstrate knowledge and comprehension of the role of an advanced practice nurse.
Theory development and relevance to advance clinical and organizational practice is reinforced through curated exemplars. Seminal and emerging theories are discovered and analyzed for relevant practice interests.
Analysis and integration of clinical scholarship and analytical methods for evidence-based practice applied to the role of the D.N.P. in nursing practice.
Structural and relational networks are studied to advocate for access to care and to promote a seamless and cost-effective healthcare system. Interprofessional opportunities for advocacy are promoted.
A high-impact population-based problem will be articulated through organizational analysis, evidenced-based practice, standards identification, and metrics, to measure desired outcomes. Quality improvement techniques are reviewed to augment analysis and project implementation.
Implementation science and quality improvement principles are applied to a project plan, emphasizing the change agent-client system relationship, environmental drivers, and impediments to sustainable change.
Evaluate and disseminate project outcomes to intra- and interprofessional peers and populations of interest using print and digital materials, professional publications, and speaking strategies.
An applied evidence-based practice and translational methods project to be completed sequentially in a five-course series.
An applied evidence-based practice and translational methods project to be completed sequentially in a five-course series.
An applied evidence-based practice and translational methods project to be completed sequentially in a five-course series.
An applied evidence-based practice and translational methods project to be completed sequentially in a five-course series.
An applied evidence-based practice and translational methods project to be completed sequentially in a five-course series.
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