NURS 423 - Advanced Pharmacology for Urban Nursing Practice

Credits: 3

This course builds upon entry-level knowledge and prepares the practicing nurse to integrate principles of pharmacology including pharmacogenetics. The nursing process will be utilized to understand safe medication administration across the lifespan. Emphasis will be on pharmacotherapeutics, pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, adverse reactions, contraindications to use, and implications for nursing care. Medications commonly used within the urban setting will be the basis for the drug classes presented within the course.
Prerequisite(s): NURS 309 and NURS 312 and NURS 338 all with a grade of C or better.