Veterinary Pharmacology

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This course familiarizes students with the fundamental knowledge and pharmaceutical principles of veterinary related drugs. This course will include, but not be limited to: nomenclature, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, mechanisms of action, the applications to each body system, indications, contraindications, methods of administration, drug schedules and controlled substances. Emphasis is placed on the role the Veterinary Nurse plays in educating the client in the use of prescribed drugs in pets and production animals. The legal and ethical factors involved in handling pharmaceuticals are also considered. Prerequisites: Current enrollment in the second year of the professional Veterinary Biomedical Technology program. Corequisites: VETT 311 .