NURS 133 - Pharmacology for Nurses

3.0 Credits
Presents pharmacologic concepts using a systems approach. Emphasizes client safety, nursing implications, compliance with therapy, client information literacy, and cultural awareness across the lifespan. Prerequisite: Prerequisite: NURS 126, NURS 127, and NURS 128. Permit code required.

Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
Upon successful completion of this course, student will be able to:

Describe the legal and ethical standards related to the administration and documentation of prescribed medications. [REASON]
Identify the mechanism of action, pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, adverse effects, and nursing implications of major classes of drugs. [REASON]
Utilize information technology to access current, reliable information regarding prescription medications. [REASON]
Integrate communication skills and pharmacologic knowledge to plan and implement client education regarding medications. [COMMUNICATE]
Incorporate critical thinking skills, assessment data, and pharmacologic knowledge to plan nursing care surrounding medication administration. [REASON]
Apply knowledge of dosage calculation and pharmacologic principles across the lifespan. [REASON]
Discuss the effects of social and cultural differences on medication administration, non-compliance with therapy, substance abuse, alternative therapies, and client teaching. [EXPLORE]