Pharmacology I

Catalog description

This course provides an introduction and overview of the role of the professional nurse in drug therapy. Content includes drug actions, interactions, the principles of drug administration, impact of drug abuse, over-the-counter drugs, and herbal therapy, while incorporating the math skills necessary to accurately calculate dosages for medication administration. Emphasis is placed on using the nursing process to meet the holistic needs of the patient as it relates to pharmacological administration. Nursing responsibilities, ethical considerations, and legal implications are incorporated throughout the course to facilitate critical thinking and judgment in the use of chemical agents while providing a theoretical base for the knowledge required to administer medications.