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=Introduction to Pharmacology=

This course includes the general principles of drug action and administration as a basis for the study of drug therapy. The course includes common terminology, symbols, abbreviations and types of preparations; the simple arithmetic computations necessary to use the common forms of measurements; an introduction to the general classifications of drugs and common reactions to them; and the practical nurse's legal and moral responsibilities in the use, handling and administration of drugs. The student has laboratory practice and supervision in the administration of medications thus allowing the student to acquire the skills that will be applied in the clinical setting. >> Introduction to Pharmacology
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=Med Surg Pharmacology=

This course presents an introduction to the use of drugs to treat disorders of the various body systems. The student is expected to develop a core of knowledge related to the use of types of classification of drugs, which includes the purpose, action, adverse effects and contraindications of these classifications. In addition, it is expected that the students will begin to apply the nursing process in caring for patients receiving drug therapy. Emphasis will be on assessment and evaluation of effects of drugs as well as patient teaching. The acquisition of knowledge related to commonly prescribed medications is encouraged. >> Med Surg Pharmacology
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