EMS 129 - Pharmacology

Institution:

Gwinnett Technical College

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Description:

This unit is designed to help the Paramedic implement a patient management plan based on principles and applications of pharmacology. Discussion of pharmacology includes historical trends, names and sources of drug, classifications, sources of information, legalization and schedules of controlled drugs, standardization of drugs, investigational drugs and standardized drug profiles. Other topics include general properties and forms of drugs, venous access, routes of administration, interactions, storage, and special considerations in drug therapy for pregnant patients, pediatrics, and geriatrics. Also discussed are personal responsibility issues, legal, moral and ethical responsibilities as well as therapeutically effective drug administration, Detailed reviews of the autonomic nervous system will be discussed to enhance understanding of the mechanism or drug actions where pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics will be integrated. Paramedics will learn to recognize and understand patient-prescribed, over-the-counter and other types of medication. Contact hours: Class - 3, Lab - 2. Credit hours: 4. (W)

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lab

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Institution Website:

www.GwinnettTech.edu

Phone Number:

(770) 962-7580

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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