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Which of the following are key concepts of pharmacology? (Select all that apply)
What is pharmacology?
The scientific study of the origin, nature, chemistry, effects, and uses of drugs.
What is pharmacokinetics?
The absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion of drugs by the body.
What does pharmacodynamics study?
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What is pharmacotherapeutics?
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What is pharmacognosy?
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What is required to pass the nursing pharmacology course?
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The final grade is calculated as 40% of the midterm grade and 60% of the _____ term grade.
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Study Notes
Course Overview
- Course title: Nursing Pharmacology (NUPC 107)
- Instructors: Monica Jane Marzan and Modesto Noble, CCHAMS Faculty
- Course aims to educate on essential nursing pharmacology for safe medication practices
Course Expectations
- Emphasizes practical learning over complex terminology for efficient nursing education
- Focused on enhancing knowledge and skills for responsible nursing practice
Course Requirements
- Patience in reading modules is essential
- Mandatory attendance at face-to-face meetings when specified
- Completion of print-based discussion activities
- Participation in graded quizzes
- Mandatory midterm and final evaluations
Grading System
- Class Standing constitutes 60% of the total grade
- Includes Learning Activities, Summative Tests, and Projects
- Midterm/Final Exam accounts for 40% of the total grade
- Final Grade Calculation:
- Midterm Grade = (60% Class Standing + 40% Midterm Exam)
- Final Term Grade = (60% Class Standing + 40% Final Exam)
- Overall Final Grade = (40% of Midterm Grade + 60% of Final Term Grade)
Module 1: Fundamentals of Nursing Pharmacology
- Contains five lessons focusing on core pharmacological concepts:
- Overview
- Drugs and their forms
- DOH Approved Herbal Medications
- Medication safety
- Nursing Process & Drug Administration
Module Outcomes
- Upon completion, learners will grasp:
- Basic pharmacology principles
- Pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and pharmacotherapeutics
- Drug interactions and adverse reactions
- Medication safety fundamentals
- Drug computation and morphology
- Integration of nursing processes in pharmacology
Pharmacology Basics
- Defined as the scientific study of drug origin, nature, chemistry, effects, and uses
- Essential for safe and accurate medication administration
- Key concepts include:
- Pharmacokinetics: Study of drug absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion
- Pharmacodynamics: Effects of drugs and their mechanisms of action
- Pharmacotherapeutics: Use of drugs in disease prevention and treatment
- Pharmacognosy: Study of natural drugs and their properties
Drug Naming and Classification
- Drugs are classified based on specific criteria, including origin and chemical structure
- Covers how drugs are derived and administered, along with new drug development processes
Learning Materials
- Recommended Books:
- "Pharmacology for Nurses" by Smith & Pacitti, 2nd Ed., 2019
- "Nursing 2020 Drug Handbook" by Walters Kluwer, 2020
- "Davis’s Drug Guide for Nurses" by Deglin et al., 13th Ed., 2015
- "Essentials of Pharmacology for Nurses" by Barber & Robertson, 3rd Ed., 2015
- Useful Websites for additional resources and practice tests
Make use of these notes to understand the course structure, expectations, and fundamental concepts within nursing pharmacology.
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This quiz is designed for students enrolled in the Nursing Pharmacology course (NUPC 107) focusing on essential pharmacological knowledge vital for safe nursing practices. It emphasizes practical application and understanding over complex terminology, preparing students for responsible nursing roles. Participation is crucial for academic success and skill enhancement.
