NUR 144Concepts of Pharmacology

Elgin Community College · 1.5 credits

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Prerequisite: Admission to the Nursing Program. Concurrent enrollment in NUR 142. ^ This course introduces the student to fundamental concepts of pharmacology as they apply to nursing practice. A foundational knowledge base of nursing pharmacology is acquired in the areas of legal aspects, cultural factors, complementary and alternative medicine principles, pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics, person education, drug administration, evaluation of drug therapy, and documentation. Application to persons across the lifespan is emphasized. Development of knowledge, skills and attitudes occurs in nursing laboratory settings. (1.2) Proficiency Credit Not Available Pass/No Credit Not Available

Recent sections

Fall 2026 · 3 sections

Section	Days & time	Location	Instructor
100Class #196965	Fr · 8:00 – 8:55 AMFr · 9:00 – 9:50 AMFr · 9:00 – 10:10 AMAug 28 – Dec 11Aug 28 – Sep 25Oct 2 – Oct 2Oct 9 – Oct 16Oct 23 – Oct 23Oct 30 – Nov 6Nov 13 – Nov 13Nov 20 – Dec 4Dec 11 – Dec 11	Bldg A 318	Barbara J. Tarin