Advanced Clinical Pharmacotherapeutics

Catalog description

Building upon the knowledge of pharmacology learned at the undergraduate level, this course examines concepts in pharmacotherapeutics necessary for Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRN) and Clinical Nurse Leaders (CNL) practice. Emphasis will be placed on pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of important classes of drugs. Considerations for the aging client will be highlighted. Case studies will provide an opportunity for critical thinking, clinical application and care coordination.