NE 138 - Introduction to Pharmacology and Medication Administration for Nurses

Institution:

College of Marin

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Description:

(1.0 Unit) (Prerequisite: Math 101. Corequisite: Nursing Education 135. One lecture hour weekly.) This course focuses on the registered nurse's role in drug therapy. It introduces principles of pharmacology, explores legal, ethical, cultural, psychological and educational aspects of medication administration, and provides a framework based on the nursing process for the safe preparation and administration of medications to all age groups. The course focuses on principles for the safe preparation and administration of medications by the following routes: enteral (e.g., oral and via gastric tubes), topical (including skin and mucous membranes, e.g., eye, ear, buccal, sublingual, vaginal, rectal), inhalation, and parenteral (e.g., intradermal, subcutaneous, intramuscular, intra-venous). Drug dosage calculation is emphasized. (CSU)

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1.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.marin.edu

Phone Number:

(415) 457-8811

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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