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NUR 389: Pharmacology I I

2 credits

Second part of an in depth study of the nursing management of patients receiving drug therapy. Students will gain knowledge necessary to administer safe and effective medication therapy for a variety of disease states. Biological, psychological, social, cultural, legal and ethical considerations during drug therapy will be explored.

Learning Goals

Upon completion of this course, the student will:1. Incorporate pharmacological concepts into an individualized holistic nursing care plan.2. Identify pertinent data to review prior to medication administration.3. Identify factors related to evaluation of patients’ responses to medication.4. Integrate knowledge of anatomy and physiology with the action of drugs at the cellular level.5. Develop a nursing care plan that integrates patient teachings and nursing considerations related to drug therapy.6. Formulate expected outcomes based on knowledge of drug therapy and patient history.7. Develop a plan to educate patients on drug therapy to promote patient autonomy.8. Discuss cultural factors that may influence a patient’s response to medications.9. Develop an appreciation for the impact of cultural factors in the care of patients using pharmacologic agents.10. Integrate evidence based data regarding drug therapy.11. Compare and contrast sources of information on drug therapy.12. Utilize hand held data retrieval devices (PDA /Smartphone) to ensure safe medication administration.13. Utilize web based technology to ensure medication safety and assess for drug interactions.14. Utilize information systems to assist in developing a plan for patient teaching.15. Identify nurses’ role in administration of drug therapy.16. Discuss ethical and legal obligations related to medication administration.17. Discuss importance of providing pertinent and accurate information regarding drug therapy to patients and families.

*The learning goals displayed here are those for one section of this course as offered in a recent semester, and are provided for the purpose of information only. The exact learning goals for each course section in a specific semester will be stated on the syllabus distributed at the start of the semester, and may differ in wording and emphasis from those shown here.

Sections Offered: Spring 2025
Pharmacology I I
0302-389-100	M. Peterson		Mon	9:50 am - 11:30 am	GC - HHE 204	2	This Course is Filled to Capacity
0302-389-200	J. Raman		Mon	4:00 pm - 5:40 pm	GC - NEX 154	2
0302-389-250	L. Baltzer		Tue	4:30 pm - 6:10 pm	GC - HHE 208	2	This Course is Filled to Capacity
0302-389-300	J. Johnston		Wed	8:00 am - 9:40 am	GC - NEX 154	2
0302-389-350	P. Mason		Fri	8:00 am - 9:40 am	GC - NEX 157	2
0302-389-400	L. Gross		Wed	4:00 pm - 5:40 pm	GC - NEX 156	2
0302-389-450	S. Liu		Tue	10:00 am - 11:40 am	GC - NEX 154	2	This Course is Filled to Capacity
0302-389-550	P. Mason		Fri	10:00 am - 11:40 am	GC - NEX 156	2	This Course is Filled to Capacity
0302-389-600	L. Gross		Tue	10:00 am - 11:40 am	GC - HHE 206	2	This Course is Filled to Capacity
Sections Offered: Fall 2024
Pharmacology I I
0302-389-100	J. Johnston		Fri	10:00 am - 11:40 am	GC - NEX 156	2	This Course is Filled to Capacity
0302-389-300	L. Gross		Mon	2:00 pm - 3:40 pm	GC - SCB 309	2	This Course is Filled to Capacity
0302-389-400	M. Peterson		Fri	12:00 noon - 1:40 pm	GC - NEX 156	2	This Course is Filled to Capacity