NU 212 - Pharmacology

Corequisite: NU 216

Course Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to do the following:

• Describe how principles of pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, pharmacogenteics and pharmacoeconomics influence pharmacological therapeutics (BSN Essential IX #3). 
• State pharmacokinetics/pharmacodynamics characteristics such as indications, contraindications, mechanism of action, therapeutic effects, clinical response adverse effects and toxicity of major drug categories ( BSN Essential IX #3).
• Apply safety factors for the effectacious use of pharmacological agents in the context of disease and health states, lifespan, culture and gender (BSN Essential IX #3).
• Apply evidenced-based guidelines and research findings in the pharmacologic management of major health problems (BSN Essential IX #8).
• Identify comprehensive and appropriate patient education concerning drug regimens, side effects, interactions with other prescription and/or nonprescription drugs, herbal preparations and food supplements (BSN Essentials IX #7).