PHR 562 - Toxicology/Drug to Drug Interaction/Poisoning

Institution:

Rush University

Subject:

Description:

This course will cover principles of toxicology and in depth special issues relating to drug overdose, heavy metal poisoning, prescription drug side effects, natural and OTC poisoning, as well as their treatment procedures. The role of poison control center triage of cases, ER treatment, suicide management and unique considerations therein, and characteristic toxic profiles of drug classes will be described. Medico-legal issues associated with toxicology will also be discussed. [3]

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

WWW.RUSHU.RUSH.EDU

Phone Number:

(312) 942-7100

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Quarter

The Course Profile information is provided and updated by third parties including the respective institutions. While the institutions are able to update their information at any time, the information is not independently validated, and no party associated with this website can accept responsibility for its accuracy.