NRS 236 - Pharmacology in Nursing: Principles of Pharmacology
This course provides an exploration of pharmacological principles, ethical and legal considerations, and their application in nursing practice. It emphasizes the nursing role in developing a comprehensive evidence-based approach to the clinical application of drug therapy used to promote health or treat alterations in individuals, families, and communities, across the lifespan. Through active learning, the student will learn drug classification prototypes, mechanisms of action, dosage calculations and safe administration, adverse drug reactions, nursing implications, client education and drug interactions.
Semester hours: 3.0
Prerequisites:
- MAT 130 - College Algebra
- NRS 117 - Student Success and Nursing Concepts
- NRS 125 - Foundational Skills and Assessment of the Adult: Theory
- NRS 126 - Foundational Skills and Assessment of the Adult: Clinical
- NRS 227 - Pathophysiology
Co-requisites:
- NRS 237 - Medical-Surgical Nursing 1: Care of the Adult Client:Theory
- NRS 238 - Medical-Surgical Nursing 1: Care of the Adult Client: Clinical Application
Restrictions and Notes:
- LPN-BSN students see advisor.