NS-221 Advanced Pharmacology
This blended/hybrid course presents concepts of pharmacology, with emphasis on pharmacodynamics and nursing implications of drug administration. Major drug classifications and prototype drugs are explored. Emphasis is placed upon nursing responsibilities and the Institute of Medicine's (IOM) and Quality and Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN) core competencies related to administration, evaluation, client education and application of these principles in a safe and therapeutic manner in the clinical setting. Different modalities of pharmaceutical administration are re-visited and discussed. The concept of cultural competence is integrated into the health teaching of medication administration that is congruent with the patient practices, cultural values, and beliefs.
Credits
2