Pharmacology for Nursing Practice.

Catalog description

An introduction to the science of pharmacology in nursing. Emphasis is placed upon the therapeutic actions, side, adverse, and toxic effects of drugs upon the human body and the nursing implications. Topics include the scope and standards of practice of the nurse in the safe administration of medication and the legal and ethical considerations of medication administration. The opportunities to raise moral and ethical, and social justice issues that affect the patient-centered care related to pharmacology are integrated throughout the course. Prerequisite: NU 2301 Pathophysiology for Nursing Practice.