NUR 607 Advanced Pharmacology

3 Credits

Advanced practice nurse students are provided with the principles of clinical pharmacology and pharmacotherapeutics in this course. The student is expected to build upon his/her prior knowledge and clinical experience to integrate pharmacotherapeutic concepts with the client’s pathophysiologic status. Pharmacodynamics and kinetics are emphasized, as well as the effects of psychosocial issues and polypharmacy on drug regimens. In addition, the course focuses on a comprehensive knowledge of best practice drug regimens for the purpose of prescribing, monitoring, and educating clients about the effects of drug therapy on their health and well-being, as well as assuring compliance with those regimens. Legal aspects of medication prescribing, dispensing, selling, and acquiring in the United States are also studied.

Prerequisite(s): NUR 611 .