NS 220 - Advanced Pharmacology

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Monroe College-New Rochelle

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3 credits The student will be able to accurately describe all major drug classifications. Identify commonly used medications in each classification. Identify commonly used medications in each classification. Successfully calculate dosages based upon calculations appropriate for children adults and the elderly by achieving 80% correct responses to test. Develop nursing strategies for patients receiving drugs in each classification. List the relevant assessment factors in maintaining nutrient fluid and electrolyte balance. Describe drug dependence and identify major drug abuse and the assessment variables. PREREQUISITE: Certificate College Credit Bearing L.P.N. Nursing Program NCLEX LPN licensure NYS - NLN RN PNG 60% ATI 70% overall; 45% subsets New York State Certificate for Infection Control COREQUISITE: NS-220, LA-255

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3.00

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Lecture

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Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

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Unaccounted for code

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