ACNP 701 Advanced Adult-Gerontology Pharmacology

Credits: 2
This course builds on knowledge of the basic principles of pharmacology to establish a knowledge base for advanced practice nurses making independent clinical judgments in the pharmacologic management and evaluation of adults and older adults who have unstable chronic, complex acute and critical conditions. Pharmacologic assessment including risks of complex medical regimes, drug interactions, incompatibilities, adverse events and contraindications is emphasized. Applicable Federal and State laws and appropriate patient education is integrated.

Graded: A-F
May be taken only once for credit