NURS50053

Prerequisites: Admission to Graduate Program or permission of instructor. Emphasizes pharmacological principles fundamental to the selection of pharmacologic agents in altered health states in individuals across the lifespan. Includes the pharmacodynamic, pharmacokinetic and pharmacotherapeutic properties of drug categories and specific agents, clinical responses to the use of pharmacologic agents, efficacy and cost-effectiveness issues, client education, and adherence. Safe drug administration and prescribing practices will be addressed.