Introduction to Nursing Principles of Pharmacy RNSG 1931

Generic Option – Thomasville – Fall Admit

Pre-requisite(s): BIOL 2113, BIOL 2113L, BIOL 2114, BIOL 2114L, ENGL 1101,

Any Degree Level Math, COLL 1500, Program Admission

Pre/Co-requisite(s): BIOL 2117, BIOL 2117L, RNSG 1920

Bridge Option – Thomasville – Spring Admit

Pre-requisite(s): BIOL 2113, BIOL 2113L, BIOL 2114, BIOL 2114L, ENGL 1101, BIOL 2117, BIOL 2117L

Any Degree Level Math, PSYC 1101, COLL 1500, a Humanities and General Education Elective, Program Admission

Co-requisite(s): RNSG 1960

Generic Option – Thomasville/Tifton – Spring Admit

Pre-requisite(s): BIOL 2113, BIOL 2113L, BIOL 2114, BIOL 2114L, ENGL 1101,

Any Degree Level Math, COLL 1500, Program Admission

Pre/Co-requisite(s): BIOL 2117, BIOL 2117L,

Bridge Option – Moultrie – Fall Admit

Pre-requisite(s): BIOL 2113, BIOL 2113L, BIOL 2114, BIOL 2114L, ENGL 1101, BIOL 2117, BIOL 2117L

Any Degree Level Math, PSYC 1101, COLL 1500, a Humanities and General Education Elective, Program Admission

Co-requisite(s): RNSG 1960

This course is a study of the concepts that promote the administration of medication with concern for safety and precision. Incorporated into this course are major principles of applied mathematics including fractions, decimals, conversions between the various systems of weights and measures, and the use of ratio and proportion. The associate degree nursing student utilizes these concepts to solve dosage calculations that are frequently seen in a variety of health care settings. Foundations of pharmacology, drug action at the physiologic level, and drug preparation and administration to diverse clients as they transition throughout the lifespan is included. The action, side effects, range of dosage, and the route of administration of commonly used medications will be discussed. The student will gain knowledge in the system of classification/prototypes of drugs according to body systems. Legal factors relating to medication administration are also empha¼sized. The course utilizes activities that stimulate critical thinking. The student will gain knowledge also in the system of classifications/phototypes of drugs according to body systems.

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