NR 233 - Pharmacology and the Older Adult

Institution:

Butler Community College

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Description:

1 hour credit. Prerequisites: NR 105 with a C or better, or RN/LPN, or instructor approval. This course will enable the student to understand the impact pharmacological issues have on the care of the older adult. The student will learn how normal physiological changes and common health problems alter the effects of drugs in the older adult. Issues of polypharmacy, lifestyle and environmental factors related to drug therapy will also be explored. Butler Community College is approved as a provider of continuing education by the Kansas State Board of Nursing. This course may be taken for continuing education credit in lieu of college credit hours.

Credits:

1.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.butlercc.edu/

Phone Number:

(316) 321-2222

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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