PNSG 1600 INTRODUCTION TO PHARMACOLOGY AND CLINICAL CALCULATIONS

Credits

3

Applies fundamental mathematical concepts and includes basic drug administration. Emphasizes critical thinking skills and introduces pharmacological classes. Topics include systems of measurement, calculating drug problems, resource materials usage, fundamental pharmacology, administering medications in a simulated clinical environment, principles of IV therapy techniques, and client education. After this pharmacology course, students will have completed a minimum of 85 lecture/lab (4250/50min) hours.

Lecture Hours

5

Lab Hours

80

Prerequisite

Program admission