Bachelor of Science (Nursing) - Introduction to Patho-pharmacology

NURS 1526  Introduction to Patho-pharmacology

Prerequisites:

NURS 1016, NURS 1006, NURS 1037 with a minimum grade of 60%, BIOL 1011 and BIOL 1022

Antirequisites:

NURS 2526

Restrictions:

This course is restricted to students in the on-campus BScN program

Hours:

3 hours of lecture per week

Credits:

3

Description:

Students explore the underlying pathophysiology and related nursing pharmaco-therapeutics of common health challenges. Students examine the etiology, pathogenesis, clinical manifestations, diagnostics, management and pharmacological treatment of common diseases and health challenges. Students apply this knowledge to nursing care, including pharmacological management and care planning.