NUR-224 Pharmacology for Nursing Practice

This course provides information on a variety of drugs that students need to know in order to administer drugs safely. Major drug categories associated with body systems will be reviewed. Students will learn about drug pharmacokinetics, dosage, preparation, administration and interactions. Particular emphasis will be on the use of the nursing process when providing care to patients receiving medications. A grade of 75% or above must be achieved on all exams and a 75% or above must be attained on all course requirements. Total of 30 hours of lecture. Prerequisites: NUR 116 and NUR 117 or completion of NUR 116-117 challenge exam for transition students, BIO 205 or concurrent enrollment. Semesters offered: Summer and Fall by instructor permission. 2 Credits.