This course introduces the basic concepts and principles related to pharmacology (including pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, pharmacotherapeutics) and the nurse’s role in the safe administration of drug therapies. The major classifications of drugs, encompassing best practice guidelines and medications commonly used in Canada will be reviewed. Content focuses on drug indications, contraindications, side effects, adverse effects and interactions. Safe drug administration procedures and patient teaching are emphasized through the nursing process framework. Issues arising from the use of drug therapy in contemporary society are also explored.
Class Availability
Beginning September 1, 2018: students enrolling in Online Education courses will be required to purchase textbooks and materials at participating Campus stores or online. To review booklists and purchase textbooks, please visit bookstore.rrc.ca.
Student booklists will be available approximately 3 weeks prior to scheduled course start dates. Please ensure materials are purchased in advance, to be available for the start date.
Course Dates and Fees
2020 Fall Term - Distance Education
NURS-2011 Pharmacology for Nurses
Location: Online
Dates
Delivery
Instructor
Section
Cost
Actions
Dec 07, 20 - Mar 05, 21
N. Watling
205596
$509
Location: Online
Dates
Dec 07, 20 - Mar 05, 21
Delivery
Instructor
N. Watling
Section
205596
Cost
$509
2021 Winter Term - Distance Education
NURS-2011 Pharmacology for Nurses
Location: Online
Dates
Delivery
Instructor
Section
Cost
Actions
Mar 22, 21 - Jun 11, 21
TBA
206411
$509
Location: Online
Dates
Mar 22, 21 - Jun 11, 21
Delivery
Instructor
TBA
Section
206411
Cost
$509
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