PHM 181 - Pharmacology II

Credit(s): 1
15 lecture hours
Pharmacology is the study of the action of drugs and how certain disease states are affected by these chemical interventions. This course will reinforce the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to continuously improve the quality and safety of the health care provided while preparing and administering medications to patients with well-managed and/or chronic health issues. Students will identify medications administered to prevent illness and manage common chronic health conditions. Common topics to be discussed will include: names of medication (Generic and Brand or Trade), classification of drugs, indications for use, contraindication for use, therapeutic dose range, adverse effects, and nursing implications.

Prerequisite(s): Admissions to the Nursing Program, PHM 171, NUR 170 /PNR 170
Pre/Corequisite(s): NUR 180/PNR 180

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