NURS 3314 Pathophysiology and Pharmacology II

An introduction to pathophysiological and pharmacological concepts using an integrated systems approach. This is the second of a two course sequence focusing on the clinical application of physiologic and pharmacologic principles necessary for safe nursing practice across the lifespan.

Registration Name

Pathophysiology & Pharm II

Lecture Hours

4

Lab Hours

0

Credits

4

Prerequisite

NURS 3313

Offered

Athens and Demorest: Fall

Student Learning Outcomes

1. Demonstrate understanding of pathophysiological and pharmacological concepts necessary for comprehensive evidence based clinical practice. 
2. Identify the connection of pathophysiology and disease process on the impact of health. 
3. Integrate the concepts of pharmacology with corresponding pathophysiologic alterations and the effect on clinical practice and across the lifespan. 
4. Discuss the major concepts associated with pharmacology, including pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, therapeutic effects, adverse effects, and factors affecting drug therapy. 
5. Explain the mechanism of action, indications, contraindications, cautions, common adverse effects, and clinically important drug-drug interactions for each of the major drug groups. 
6. Demonstrate an understanding of the legal, ethical, economic, and safety implications associated with pharmacologic intervention.