NUR-122 Medicine Aide

This course is designed for the geriatric nursing assistant with one year experience (2000 hours) in a state of Maryland comprehensive care facility or an extended care facility within the last three years. Course work includes medical pharmacokinetics, mechanism of action, indication and dosage, preparation and administration, and interactions. The lab experiences focus on clinical skills competencies. Total of 30 hours of lecture, 7 hours of laboratory, and 39 hours of clinical. Laboratory fee required. Prerequisite: ENG 099 and MAT 099. Semesters offered: Fall, Spring, Summer. 3 Credits.