NRSG 106: PHARMACOLOGY FOR NURSING - Nursing - Indianapolis - Ivy Tech Libraries at Ivy Tech Community College

Course Description

NRSG 106: PHARMACOLOGY FOR NURSING

Examines principles of pharmacotherapeutic, pharmacodynamic, and pharmacokinetic properties of commonly prescribed drugs in each of the major drug classifications. Applies the nursing process to pharmacologic aspects of patient care. Examines national standards for safety in pharmacologic therapy. Presents dosage calculations.

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Prerequisites, course description, major learning objectives, and course content

Library eBooks

Pharmacology Clear and Simple: A Guide to Drug Classifications and Dosage Calculations, 3rd Ed. (2018)
This text covers both pharmacology and dosage calculations. A body systems approach to pharmacology with a basic math review and a focus on drug classifications will help prepare nursing students for administering specific drugs in the clinical setting.
Lehne's Pharmacology for Nursing Care, 10th Ed. (2019)
Provides a clear explanation of drug prototypes and how they work. Includes updated drug content to reflect the very latest FDA approvals, withdrawals, and therapeutic uses, as well as corresponding updated nursing content, detailing care throughout the lifespan of the patient.
Mosby's 2020 Nursing Drug Reference
Content on more than 5,000 generic and brand-name drugs. Side effects information is organized by body system. Pharmacokinetic tables explain the mechanism and absorption of each drug as well as the action, duration, and excretion.
Saunders Nursing Drug Handbook 2021
Organized alphabetically for quick and easy access, this guide provides detailed information for more than 4,000 trade name drugs and 1,000 generic drugs. Nursing considerations include assessment, intervention, evaluation and patient/family teaching.

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Information on lifespan and disorder-related dosage variations equips you with special considerations for pediatric, geriatric, hepatic, and immune- or renal-compromised patients.