PNS - 105 Pharmacology Access

4 Credit(s)
This introductory course examines the principles of pharmacology required to administer medications in a safe and professional manner. Medication administration requires the application of the nursing process for clinical decision making. The routes of medication administration introduced include medications used to treat constipation, eye and ear disorders and the integumentary system. Complementary, Indigenous and alternative remedies, and polypharmacy across the lifespan are explored. The learners will gain an understanding of pharmacology and medication administration across the lifespan. Also included are the topics of substance abuse and addiction.

Prerequisite(s):

Admission to the Access to Practical Nursing Program

Corequisite(s):

PNS 101 , PNS 102 , PNS 103 , PNS 104 , and PNS 106

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