NU 286 - Pathopharmacology

This course addresses basic pathophysiological and pharmacologic concepts as they Relate to nursing practice. Basic cellular biology and the pathophysiology of disease states affecting all body systems across the lifespan will be covered within the framework of the nursing process. Core concepts in pharmacology including pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics will be studied. Pharmacologic treatment modalities of illness will be linked with biologic processes.

   (Cr: 6)