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HLTH 210 Principles of Pharmacology

Addresses the forms and classifications of medications, drug actions and uses, the effects of drugs on the body systems and possible side effects of medications. Important aspects of patient safety, pharmacodynamics and medication reactions are studied. Evaluates and addresses issues in educating patients, including age, gender, disease processes and psychosocial and cultural influences. Emphasis on the fifty most commonly prescribed drugs. Twenty hours of simulated clinical practice will be provided.

Credits

4

Prerequisite

Completion of ENGL 98 or ENGL& 101, and MATH 76 or TS 76 or higher, each with a grade of C or higher