PNUR 165 Pharmacology 1
1 Credit

This introductory course examines the principles of pharmacology required to administer medications in a safe and professional manner. Medication administration requires the application of the nursing process for clinical decision making. Various routes of medication administration are introduced, and complementary, Indigenous and alternative remedies, and polypharmacy across the lifespan are also explored.

Prerequisites
Admission to the Practical Nurse Program. Co-requisites: Professional Communication 1; Integrated Nursing Practice 1; Variations in Health 1; Health Promotion 1; Professional Practice 1.

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