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2020-2021 Catalog Volume XXX Ver 2 
    
2020-2021 Catalog Volume XXX Ver 2 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

NSG 3153 Pharmacotherapeutics for Nursing Practice I


Lecture: 4 Lab: 1 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 5
Pharmacotherapeutics for Nursing Practice I provides an in-depth systems approach to the study of therapeutic drugs and their major classifications. Current pharmacological principles, therapeutic effect, drug interactions, and adverse effects are emphasized. Performance of accurate calculation of drug dosages and documentation is required. The role of the nurse in administering medication, client education, cultural diversity, and drug abuse prevention is addressed. Students practice and apply theoretical knowledge and competencies in the simulation laboratory. Throughout the course, students demonstrate competence of medication administration and validated through skill performance assessment.

Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Nursing Program
Co-requisite(s): NSG 3113 , NSG 3133