NUR 290 Introduction to Nursing Pharmacology

This course provides the BSN Pre-licensure student with an introduction to pharmacological concepts, laws and regulations, and error prevention strategies. It builds the nurse's role in the safe administration of medications using nursing assessment, nursing implications, and patient education. The study of drugs in broad classifications including over-the-counter drugs and herbal supplements along with ethical and legal issues, and the influence of culture and age on drug therapy is introduced.

Credits

1

Corequisite

NUR 251, NUR 252

Offered

All Terms

Notes

1 HOUR (1-0-0); Admission to the BS Nursing Pre-licensure program is required to enroll in this course. BSN