NSG 1303 Pharmacology for Licensed Practical Nursing I
This course introduces foundational principles of pharmacology within the scope of practical nursing practice. Emphasis is placed on basic pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics, medication classifications, dosage calculations, routes of administration, and medication safety. Legal, ethical, and professional responsibilities related to medication administration are addressed in accordance with Ohio Board of Nursing standards. Content is integrated with concurrent nursing theory, lab, and clinical experiences to support safe medication administration and the development of clinical judgment.
Division: Health Sciences
Department: Nursing
Repeatable Credit: No
Offered Online: No
Prereqs: MAT 1130 and Restricted to Majors
Outcomes
- Explain basic principles of pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics as measured by unit examinations with NCLEX-PN style questions.
- Accurately calculate medication dosages using fractions, decimals, percentages, ratios, and proportions as demonstrated by successful completion of a proctored dosage calculation examination at the program-required competency level.
- Identify common medication classifications, indications, contraindications, and expected therapeutic effects as evaluated through quizzes and written examinations.
- Demonstrate safe medication administration practices for basic routes of administration as evaluated by faculty using standardized skills lab check-off rubrics.
- Apply medication safety principles, including the rights of medication administration and error prevention strategies, as evaluated through simulation-based scenarios.
- Recognize and report actual or potential adverse medication effects to the supervising registered nurse as evaluated through SBAR-based case study assignments and faculty observation.
Credit Hours: 1
Classroom Hours: 0.75
Lab Hours: 0.25