NU 320 - Clinical Pharmacology

Institution:

Regis College

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Description:

This course introduces the student to the basic concepts of pharmacology essential for basic nursing practice including those biological factors affecting the action of drugs, dose-response relationships, drug-drug interactions, and adverse effects. Topics include the clinical application of drug therapy for the treatment of hypertension, coronary artery disease, peptic ulcer disease and related disorders, diabetes, common respiratory diseases, infections, and selected central nervous system disorders. The student will also be introduced to the process of selecting appropriate therapeutic regimens and establishing monitoring parameters with an emphasis on application to nursing practice.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.regiscollege.edu

Phone Number:

(781) 768-7000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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