NURS 318 - Nursing Pharmacology II

Institution:

Francis Marion University

Subject:

Nursing

Description:

This course expands on the basic concepts of pharmacology presented in Nursing Pharmacology I, with emphasis on the study of broad drug classifications and their related nursing implications. The mechanism of action, therapeutic uses, side effects, adverse effects, interactions, and contraindications of medications that affect the central nervous system, cardiovascular, respiratory, endocrine, musculoskeletal, gastrointestinal, and reproductive systems are discussed. Drug therapy for the skin, eye, and ear will also be included. The considerations related to genetics, ethics, culture, and economics are addressed throughout the course.

Credits:

2.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

NURS 301 AND NURS 309 AND NURS 317 AND NURS 320

Corequisites:

NURS 306 AND NURS 307 AND NURS 321

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.fmarion.edu

Phone Number:

(843) 661-1362

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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