NUR 228 - Pharmacology for Nursing Specialties: Mental Health, Pediatrics, and Obstetrical Nursing

Prerequisite: Registered Nursing (RN), AAS program: NUR 122 and NUR 227 OR
LPN to RN Track, AAS program: NUR 227 OR
Accelerated Nursing for Paramedics, AAS program: NUR 175 and NUR 227;
Licensed Practical Nurses and Paramedics must present a copy of their credentials to the nursing office.

Corequisite: NUR 221

Description: Pharmacology for Nursing Specialties is a one (1) credit course provided online for registered nursing students. This course will review common drug classifications as well as actions, uses, and side effects of pharmacological agents in the specialties area of Mental Health, Pediatrics, Reproductive and Obstetrical Nursing. Accurate calculation of dosages, administration techniques, legal/safety considerations and nursing implications of common specialty medications will be emphasized.

Credits: (1)
Lecture Hours: 1

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