Maricopa Community Colleges  NUR166   20006-20032 
Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 06/17/03
NUR166 20006-20032 LAB 1 Credit(s) 3 Period(s)
Pharmacology and Medication Adm I
Provides basic pharmacology knowledge and skills to administer medications. Emphasis placed on developing the role of the nurse using critical thinking skills for safe practice in the administration of medications. Prerequisites: Admission into the nursing program.
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NUR166   20006-20032 Pharmacology and Medication Adm I
1. Describe the primary legislation affecting the regulation of drugs in the US. (I)
2. Describe types and classifications of specific drugs. (II)
3. Describe the pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamic properties of drugs. (III)
4. Demonstrate safe drug calculation and administration of medications. (IV)
5. Explain the nurse’s role in teaching clients about medications. (V)
6. Explain the influence life span and cultures have on medication administration. (VI)
7. Demonstrate safe techniques of venipuncture. (VII)
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NUR166   20006-20032 Pharmacology and Medication Adm I
    I. US Drug Legislation
        A. Primary drug laws
        B. Narcotic laws
        C. Scope of practice issues
      II. Introduction to Pharmacology
          A. Drug preparations
          B. Nomenclature
          C. Overview of classifications
        III. Drug Action
            A. Pharmacokinetics
            B. Pharmacodynamics
          IV. Safe Medication Administration
              A. Medication supply systems
              B. Medication orders
              C. Dosage calculation
              D. Preparation of medications
              E. Medication administration
              F. Documentation of medication administration
              G. Evaluation of clients response to medication administration
            V. Education of Clients About Medication
                A. Readiness to learn
                B. Teaching plan
              VI. Life Span and Cultural Variations
                  A. Assessment
                  B. Accommodations for care
                  C. Implications for nursing care
                VII. Venipuncture
                    A. Collection of venous blood specimens
                    B. Intravenous therapy
                    C. Scope of practice
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