Basic pharmacology concepts related to the body system and the medications commonly prescribed for clients with various medical conditions are presented in this course. This laboratory focuses on basic pharmacology concepts, related drug actions, therapeutic and adverse effects, interactions of drugs, drug classifications, dosage calculations, and medication administration. Application of basic math concepts will be used for dosage calculations for the various routes of administration.
Prerequisites
BIO209 Pathophysiology; BIO115 Basic Nutrition; NUR201 Introduction to Nursing for the ADN Student; NUR210 Basic Health Assessment with Laboratory.
Notes
formerly NRS 112; no longer offered
Course Designation
Nursing Courses