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What is pharmacology?
Pharmacology is a science that studies the effects of drugs within the living system.
Which of the following factors are important for nurses to understand before administering medication? (Select all that apply)
The list of all authorized drugs available within a country is called a __________.
pharmacopeia
A non-prescription drug requires a doctor's prescription to be purchased.
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What is a drug interaction?
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Match the following definitions with their corresponding terms:
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What is the primary/desired effect intended for a drug called?
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What does pharmacokinetics study?
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Study Notes
Class Information
- Class Schedule: Monday 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM
- Attendance is mandatory, checked each meeting; excuses must be presented within 3 days of absence.
- Assessment Breakdown: Quizzes (30%), Reporting/Recitation (10%), Attendance (10%), Midterm/Finals (40%), Projects/Assignments (10%).
- Total for assessments is 100%.
Pharmacology Overview
- Pharmacology studies the effects of drugs on living organisms.
- It encompasses both legal and illegal drugs.
- In nursing, pharmacology combines knowledge from anatomy, physiology, microbiology, chemistry, mathematics, and psychology.
Medication Management
- Nurses must understand medications' dosage, route of administration, indications, adverse effects, interactions, contraindications, and responsibilities prior to administration.
Key Terms
- Pharmacopeia: Authorized drug list including descriptions, recipes, strengths, and dosage forms.
- Medication: Substance for diagnosis, treatment, symptom relief, or disease prevention.
- Drug: Another term for medication; impacts physiological function when introduced into the body.
- Non-prescription drugs: Available without a prescription.
- Prescriptions: Written directions for drug preparation and administration.
- Generic Name: Universal name used throughout a drug's lifecycle.
- Trade Name: Name given by manufacturers, indicating ownership.
- Official Name: Name listed in official publications.
- Chemical Name: Precise name describing drug constituents.
Effects of Drugs
- Therapeutic Effect: Desired primary effect of a prescribed drug (e.g., morphine for analgesia).
- Side Effects: Unwanted secondary effects from drug therapy.
- Adverse Effects: Severe unintended effects, potentially resulting in drug discontinuation; require reporting to healthcare providers.
- Drug Toxicity: Harmful effects due to overdose, improper use, or accumulation in the body.
- Drug Allergy: Immunological response; can range from mild to fatal (anaphylaxis).
- Drug Interactions: Changes in drug effect when co-administered with another substance.
- Drug Misuse: Improper use leading to toxicity.
- Drug Abuse: Continuous or periodic inappropriate substance intake.
- Drug Dependence: Reliance on a drug for psychological well-being or habit.
- Tolerance: Decreased response to repetitive drug doses.
Pharmacology Branches
- Pharmacognosy: Study of medicinal drugs from natural sources (plants).
- Pharmacokinetics: Movement of drugs in the body, covering absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion.
- Pharmacodynamics: Effects of drugs on the body and their mechanisms of action.
- Pharmacotherapeutics: Clinical purposes and indications for drug use.
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This quiz covers the essential rules and regulations for the Introduction to Pharmacology class at the University of Eastern Philippines. Students are reminded of the importance of attendance and the procedures for submitting excuse letters. Understanding these rules is crucial for maintaining a successful academic experience in the course.
