PN 107 - Principles of Pharmacology I

Institution:

Massachusetts Bay Community College

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Description:

One of the major practical nursing responsibilities in patient care is the safe administration of medications. This course provides the beginning knowledge base of general pharmacology principles and information, drug characteristics, legal information, age-related and developmental considerations, and math for pharmacology calculations. The course explores instruction for correct calculation of divided doses, solid and liquid medications and intravenous fluids and medications. Students will learn how to classify medications, examples of various medications, actions, uses, side effects, patient teaching, and nursing implications. Lecture: 2 hours per week. 2 credits

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.massbay.edu

Phone Number:

(781) 239-3000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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