NRS 230 - Clinical Pharmacology I

Institution:

Oregon Institute of Technology

Subject:

Description:

(3) This course introduces the theoretical background that enables students to provide safe and effective care related to drugs and natural products to persons throughout the lifespan. Students will learn to make selected clinical decisions regarding medication administration using current, reliable sources of information, understanding of pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics, developmental physiologic considerations, monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of drug therapy, teaching persons from diverse populations regarding safe and effective use of drugs and natural products, intervening to increase therapeutic benefits and reduce potential negative effects, and communicating appropriately with other health professionals regarding drug therapy. Drugs are studied by therapeutic or pharmacological class using an organized framework, with attention to physiological conditions, including anxiety and depression. Prerequisites: Anatomy and Physiology sequence; Microbiology.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.oit.edu

Phone Number:

(541) 885-1000

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Quarter

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