Special Population Pharmacology: Applied Pediatric Pharmacology PNP-PC. 3 Credit Hours

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Students will deepen their understanding of pediatric pharmacology as they learn to design safe, cost-effective, and evidence-based medication management plans for infants, children, and adolescents facing acute and chronic health challenges. Students will explore how pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, and pharmacogenomics uniquely impact drug therapy across developmental stages. Through case-based learning and clinical application, they will build the skills to confidently prescribe and manage medications for pediatric patients with acute, chronic, and mental health conditions. Prerequisites: NURS 6430 , NURS 6302 , NURS 6321 , and NURS 6121 .