LPNU 125 - ClinicalPharmacology forNurses

Institution:

New River Community and Technical College

Subject:

License Practical Nursing

Description:

This course builds upon pharmacological principles discussed in Principles of Nursing Pharmacology (LPNU 124NR) to focus on specific drug therapy for common alterations in health. Body systems and physiological drug classifications are used to organize the study of drug therapy to treat common alterations in health with emphasis on the pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics including usage, adverse reactions, and patient education. Specific principles of drug utilization in the obstetrical and pediatric patient populations are discussed, including management of labor, delivery, pre-eclampsia and eclampsia, and pediatric drug dosage calculation. The nursing process is used as a guide for discussing the assessment, administration, evaluation and patient education needs of patients receiving specific drug therapy. Application of course content is provided during supervised clinical lab experiences throughout the program of study.

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.newriver.edu

Phone Number:

(304) 929-6736

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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