NURS B320 - Pharmacologic Interventions

Institution:

University of South Carolina-Beaufort

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Description:

(Prerequisite: NURS B310 or consent of instructor) Pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics and pharmacogenetics are studied from a drug classification typology. The nurse's role in verifying and validating drug prescriptions, calculating dosages, administering will build previous learning. Assisting patients with the management of side effects, drug discontinuation, and iatrogenic complications are studied. Current issues with poly-pharmaceuticals, addiction, and self-management with over-the-counter and herbal usage will be discussed from an evidence- and ethically-based practice perspective.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

08/15/2008 - 06/30/2013 

Institution Website:

www.uscb.edu

Phone Number:

(843) 208-8000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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