PNSG 2010 Syllabus

Subject Code

PNSG

Course Number

2010

Course Title

Introduction to Pharmacology and Clinical Calculations

Prerequisites

ALHS 1011 with a grade of C or higher

Corequisites

Terms Offered

Offered Spring

Credit Hours

(1-3-2)

Course Description

This course applies fundamental mathematical concepts and includes basic drug administration. It emphasizes critical thinking skills. Topics include systems of measurement, calculating drug problems, resource materials usage, fundamental pharmacology, administering medications in a simulated clinical environment, principles of IV therapy techniques, and client education.

Course Outcomes

Systems of Measurement
Order		Description
1		Compare and Contrast methods of metric and household measurements.
2		Describe common units utilized in medications.
3		Differentiate the relationship between methods of measurement.
Medication Calculations
Order		Description
1		Perform computation of correct medication dosages.
2		Perform calculations of I.V. fluid rate and intake.
Resource Materials Usage
Order		Description
1		Discuss reference sources for medications.
2		Research information on assigned medications.
3		Identify the abbreviations associated with medication administration.
4		Interpret the information found in prescriptions and other medication labels.
5		Interpret medication orders.
Fundamental Pharmacology
Order		Description
1		Explain medication origins and nomenclature.
2		Discuss commonly used over the counter pharmaceuticals including supplements.
3		Discuss actions, uses, contraindications, adverse reactions, dosages, routes, food and medication interactions, and implications for patient care of medications.
Client Education
Order		Description
1		Integrate client education as it relates to various drug classifications and routes of medication administration.
Medication Administration (Simulated Clinical Environment)
Order		Description
1		Interpret the laws governing the use and misuse of medications.
2		Demonstrate correct administration of oral, parenteral and percutaneous medications.
3		Recognize administration rights of patients.
4		Consider administration rights of patients.
5		Implement safety principles in medication administration.
6		Integrate appropriate protocol for medication error reporting.
7		Demonstrate basic principles of intravenous therapy.