4 Questions
What is a key objective of the PEDIATIC THERAPEUTICS MED 7710 CHILDREN’S HEALTH COURSE?
Understanding the difference between adult and pediatric pharmacology
What does the course emphasize in relation to drug dosages for pediatric patients?
Applying different principles in Pediatric Pharmacology to children of different ages
What is a focus area under 'PHARMACOKINETICS AND PHARMACODYNAMICS' in the course content?
Absorption, distribution, metabolism, excretion
What is covered under 'PRESCRIPTION WRITING I: PHARMACOKINETICS AND PHARMACODYNAMICS'?
Understanding pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics in prescription writing
Study Notes
Pediatric Therapeutics MED 7710 Children's Health Course
- A key objective of the course is to understand the unique aspects of pediatric pharmacotherapy and its application to pediatric patient care.
Pediatric Pharmacotherapy
- Emphasis is placed on determining accurate drug dosages for pediatric patients based on their age, weight, and developmental stage.
Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics
- Focus is given to the principles of pharmacokinetics, including absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion (ADME) in pediatric patients.
Prescription Writing I: Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics
- Covered topics include the application of pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic principles to rational prescription writing for pediatric patients, including dosing, dosage forms, and medication administration.
Test your understanding of pediatric pharmacology, including the differences between adult and pediatric pharmacology, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamic principles, and the computation and prescription of drugs for pediatric patients.
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