LPN 1204 - Pharmacology

Institution:

University Arkansas Pulaski Technical College (formerly Pulaski Technical College)

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Description:

The course content includes a brief history of drugs, methods of administration, drugs commonly used in the treatment of illness, and such information as usual dosages, expected actions, side effects, contraindications, and points of observation following the administration of drugs. Formulas for conversions of measures from apothecary to the metric system, as well as formulas for calculations of dosages for adults, infants and children, are included. Performance of intravenous infusion therapy and introduction of a peripheral intravenous device on the adult client are included in the content. Prerequisite: All previous term courses. (4 credit)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.pulaskitech.edu

Phone Number:

(501) 812-2200

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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