NSG104 Introduction to Pharmacology
Introduces basic principles of pharmacology, identifying the legal and scientific principles of safe medication and immunization administration. The emphasis will be on drug nomenclature and classification systems, drug approval and regulation, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics and the use of the nursing process for the safe and effective administration of medications. Evidence based knowledge and sensitivity to age, gender, culture, race, health disparities, socioeconomic status and spirituality as part of the medication administration process are introduced. The student will participate in simulated medication administration experiences.
Prerequisite
Communication and Mathematics proficiency
Offered
Fall only