Clinical Pharmacology I

Catalog description

Introduces the theoretical background that enables students to provide safe and effective care related to drugs and natural products to persons throughout the lifespan. Includes the foundational concepts of principles of pharmacology, as well as numerous classes of drugs. Covers selected clinical decisions in the context of nursing regarding using current, reliable sources of information, understanding of pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics, developmental physiologic considerations, monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of drug therapy, teaching persons from diverse populations regarding safe and effective use of drugs and natural products, intervening to increase therapeutic benefits and reduce potential negative effects, and communicating appropriately with other health professionals regarding drug therapy. Studies drugs by therapeutic or pharmacological class using an organized framework. Prerequisite: BI 231 , BI 232 , BI 233 , and BI 234 or equivalent.