PHARMACOTHERAPY I

Catalog description

This course envisions the fundamental concepts of the Biological Sciences focused on the characteristics of matter, the cell, the introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology, also the study of different systems and organs of the human body from a structur al and functional point of view. This course also presents fundamental concepts of structure and functioning of the human body, the conditions and treatments with a prescription and over the counter of the tegumental and musculoskeletal systems. It also st udies the treatment for conditions affecting diverse body systems and the most widely used drugs based on their clinical application. Including contraindications, precautions, warnings, interactions, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, dosage and adverse e ffects of drugs. The student must complete a total of four (4) contact hours each week.