NURSADN 003A - Introduction to Medication Administration for Nursing Practice - Units 1

Corequisites: NURSADN-001 or NURSADN-002.

Limitations on Enrollment: Admission to the Associate Degree Nursing Program.

This course presents introduction to pharmacology principles for nursing practice. Based on the Client Needs model, this beginning course introduces the student nurse to pharmacokinetics, adverse reactions, interactions, and nursing role in the administration of medications. Major drug classifications include those that treat infection, pain, cardiovascular and renal systems as well as fluids and electrolytes. The student will apply the nursing process to the study of medications and effects on clients. This course is designed to enhance the study of nursing care in association with first semester nursing courses NURSADN 001 and NURSADN 002. (CSU)