Maricopa Community Colleges  CHD110   19986-20066 
Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 06/22/99
CHD110 19986-20066 LEC 3 Credit(s) 3 Period(s)
Biological Systems Pharmacology of the Chemically Dependent
Exploration of the physiological effects of chemical use on human biological systems and human development. Emphasizes human anatomy and physiology, and the identification and management of chemically induced crises situations. Prerequisites: None.
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CHD110   19986-20066 Biological Systems Pharmacology of the Chemically Dependent
1. Examine cell and key body systems and explain how these systems are affected by various mood altering chemicals. (I, II, V)
2. Define homeostasis and explain how mood altering chemicals alter homeostasis in the body and the body's efforts to restore homeostasis. (III)
3. Name the parts of the nervous system and explain how the nervous system contributes to the functions of the human body. (IV)
4. Classify drugs by general pharmacological and physiological effects. (V)
5. Identify and describe the pharmacological and physiological effects of intoxication and detoxication from various chemicals. (VI, VII)
6. Identify and describe the major pharmacological interventions used with the chemically dependent. (VIII)
7. Describe the impact of chronic chemical abuse on the human body. (IX)
8. Describe the effects of chemical use on physical and psychological development. (IX)
9. Determine when medical intervention should be sought with the chemically dependent. (X)
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CHD110   19986-20066 Biological Systems Pharmacology of the Chemically Dependent
    I. Building Blocks
        A. Cells
        B. Tissues
        C. Organs
        D. Systems
      II. Principle Body Systems
          A. Integumentary
          B. Skeletal
          C. Muscular
          D. Nervous
          E. Endocrine
          F. Heart and Circulatory
          G. Respiratory
          H. Digestive
          I. Genitourinary
        III. Homeostasis
            A. Range of Tolerance
              1. Temperature
              2. Blood Pressure
              3. Ph Balance
              4. CO2 Balance
              5. Fluid Balance
            B. Impact of Stress
          IV. Nervous System
              A. Neurons and Neurotransmitters
              B. Central Nervous System
              C. Peripheral Nervous System
                1. Autonomic
                  a. Sympathetic
                  b. Parasympathetic
                2. Motor Nerves
            V. Concept of Taxonomies: Classification and Physical Effects
                A. Psychotropic Therapeutic Drugs
                  1. Alcohol
                  2. Narcotics
                  3. Sedative-Hypnotics, Inhalants
                  4. Psychotherapeutics
                  5. Stimulants
                  6. Tobacco
                  7. Marijuana
                  8. Hallucinogens
                  9. Over the Counter Drugs
                B. High Abuse/Addiction Potential Substances
              VI. Intoxication
                  A. Toxic vs. Therapeutic Use
                  B. Symptoms of Intoxication: Physical and Behavioral VII. Detoxification - Physical Effects
                  A. Stimulants
                  B. Depressants
                  C. Hallucinogens
                  D. Paradoxical Chemicals
                VIII. Physical and Pharmacologic Interventions
                    A. Methadone
                    B. Narcotic Antagonists
                    C. Antabuse
                  IX. Impact of Chemical Use on Human Development
                      A. During Pregnancy
                      B. Infant Addiction
                      C. Effects on Development in Children and Adolescents
                        1. Physical
                        2. Psychological
                    X. Referral for Medical Assistance
                        A. Detoxification
                        B. Chronic Chemical Abuse
                        C. Chemical Overdose
                        D. High Risk Diseases
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