NUR 558 - Advanced Pharmacology

Units: 3
Provides advanced knowledge of pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, pharmacoeconomics and pharmacotherapeutics of selected classifications of medications across the life span. Emphasis will be placed on evidence based research as a foundation for therapeutic regimens. Characteristics such as age, ethnicity, culture, and gender will be evaluated as well as genetic and genomics factors when considering pharmacologic interventions. Current national guidelines, legal, and ethical principles will be explored and integrated.
Lecture: 3 units