BIO 107 - Pharmacology
Credits: 3
3 Lecture Hours
Description
This course is an introduction to drug information for health professionals or paramedic personnel. This course surveys the pharmacokinetics of drugs, drug calculation, mechanisms of drug action, side effects and the toxic effects of drugs. Also included are specific clinical conditions and the underlying pathophysiology requiring drug intervention.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the student will:
- Describe specific information for drug use in clinical situations.
- Calculate drug dosages.
- Explain the components and abbreviations of a prescription.
- Describe the primary and secondary effects of drugs on selected organ systems.
- Define basic principles of biopharmaceutics and pharmacokinetics.
- Explain side effects and toxic effects associated with drug administration.
Listed Topics
- Introduction to pharmacologic concepts and terminology
- Autonomic pharmacology and antihypertensive drugs
- Prescription writing and drug calculations
- Drugs influencing the central nervous system
- Drugs influencing the cardiovascular system
- Drugs used to treat allergic reactions
- Antibiotics/antimicrobial drugs
- Drugs influencing the endocrine system
Reference Materials
Textbook and contemporary learning materials.
Approved By: Sutin, Stewart Date Approved: 03/26/2007
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