NURS 306 - Pathopharmacology II

2 Credit(s)

Pathopharmacology II is the second of three courses that build on the foundational conceptual content of the first course offering. A system-based approach to disease development as a multifactorial progression from normal physiology to pathology is used. This content is closely linked to the pharmacologic management of selected disease states. Issues related to drug pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and safe medication practices are presented as it relates to care of diverse individuals across the lifespan. The course provides the student with opportunities to recognize the impact of disease on the patient.
Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of sophomore level courses.Corequisite(s): NURS 331, NURS 332, NURS 333 or NURS 334, and NURS 374.