NADN 145 - Pharmacology I

2 Credit: (1.5 lecture, 1.5 lab, 0 clinical) 3 Contact Hours: [Department Permission]

This course focuses on the basic concepts of pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and pharmacotherapeutics, with additional concepts in medication calculations and medication administration basics. Students will be introduced to a few of the major drug classifications and learn best practices to administer medications safely in a simulated environment.
OFFERED: fall and spring semesters

Course Goals/ Objectives/ Competencies:
Goal 1: Identify basic concepts of pharmacology for safe nursing practice.

Goal 2: Calculate drug dosages accurately for safe medication administration.

Goal 3: Administer oral and parenteral medications (except for intravenous) using legal and professional standards.