5 Questions
Which type of nursing program can pharmacology be a difficult course to teach in?
All of the above
What changes in medical care delivery have resulted in additional responsibilities for nurses in drug therapy?
More outpatient and home care
Why has prevention of medication errors become a national challenge?
Increased legal and professional responsibilities for nurses
What subjects are already taught previously in the nursing curriculum that are incorporated into the study of drug therapy?
All of the above
What would greatly facilitate the incorporation of pharmacology into nursing curricula?
All of the above
Study Notes
Nursing Programs and Pharmacology
- Pharmacology can be a difficult course to teach in associate degree nursing programs.
Changes in Medical Care Delivery
- Changes in medical care delivery have resulted in additional responsibilities for nurses in drug therapy, including decentralization of healthcare services, increased emphasis on ambulatory care, and shorter hospital stays.
Prevention of Medication Errors
- Prevention of medication errors has become a national challenge due to the potential for harm and fatality from medication errors.
Integrating Pharmacology into Nursing Curriculum
- Subjects already taught in the nursing curriculum that are incorporated into the study of drug therapy include anatomy, physiology, and biochemistry.
- Having pharmacology experts and nurses collaborate in the development of nursing curriculum would greatly facilitate the incorporation of pharmacology into nursing curricula.
Test your knowledge on pharmacology for nurses with this quiz! Designed by Dr. Samer Khader Alnawajha, this quiz covers important topics in pharmacology to help nurses navigate their professional responsibilities in the changing landscape of medical care delivery.
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