NR 110.314 - Principles of Pharmacology

Institution:

Johns Hopkins University

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Description:

This course highlights the major drug classifications and the nursing management required for drug therapy. Information regarding the core drug knowledge (pharmacotherapeutics, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, contraindications and precautions, adverse effects, and drug interactions) are presented. Information on the core patient variables (health status, lifespan and gender, lifestyle, diet, and habits, environment, and culture) and their use in accurate patient assessment in drug therapy are also presented. Emphasis is given to the importance of nursing management in drug therapy (maximizing therapeutic effect, minimizing adverse effects, and patient and family education). The course content provides the foundation of basic pharmacology necessary for a nurse in general practice. Pre/corequisites: NR.110. 304 and 313

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.jhu.edu

Phone Number:

(410) 516-8000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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