Nu 235 - Pharmacology

Institution:

Southern Vermont College

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Description:

This course is a survey of the fundamentals of pharmacology. This course will examine common medications used in medically prescribed or over-the-counter self-care interventions. The course provides a basic understanding of drug actions, drug absorption, bioavailability, distribution, metabolism and excretion, building on the student's knowledge of basic physiology. Special aspects of dermatologic and gastrointestinal pharmacology will be addressed. The therapeutic administration of drugs affecting multiple systems will be explored with a special focus on the unique aspects of the geriatric and pediatric populations. Prerequisite: Ns235 and Ns236 or approval of instructor

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.svc.edu

Phone Number:

(802) 447-6324

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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