NUR - 420 Advanced Pharmacology in Nursing Practice

3 Credit(s)
3 hours seminar
This pharmacology course provides the opportunity for students to consolidate their learning of the medications used in the management of common acute and chronic health challenges across the life-spans. An overview of alternative medicine as a complement to conventional medicine is included. Pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic principles, as well as the nurse’s role in drug therapy, are integrated as a means to maximize therapeutic efficacy and minimize adverse drug reactions. Ethical, economic and legal issues, regarding medications are addressed.

Prerequisite(s):

Successful completion of Term 6 or admission to Option B or 3rd Year standing with Instructor Permission

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