NUR 2142 - Pharmacology II

Institution:

Chipola College

Subject:

Description:

This course builds on the acquired knowledge of basic pharmacology and is designed to enhance comprehension and integrate application of knowledge into safe and effective medication administration. Emphasis is provided in areas such as: specifi c pharmacologic effects and category, cellular or mechanism of action, therapeutic response, major side effects and adverse effects, patient assessment needed prior to medication administration, patient education, and other special nursing implications. The course content is developed to increase the learners' degree of understanding related to medications and to decrease the errors associated withthe administration of medications. The learners have previously demonstrated competency in preparing and administering medications via all routes. The administration of medication is integrated throughout the curriculum with the study of disorders of specifi c body systems. 2 semester hours credit. [A]

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.chipola.edu

Phone Number:

(850) 526-2761

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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