PHRM1030 Pharmacology - This course has been changed to PHRM1055

Students will study therapeutic agents, properties, actions and effects on the human body and their role in the management of disease. Topics include therapeutic properties, side effects, interactions, drug dosages and toxicities.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

PHRM1000, PHRM1010 and PHRM1100. Recommended concurrent enrollment with PHRM1020

Course Requirements and Evaluation

Refer to Course Syllabus for detailed information regarding the requirements and evaluation standards for this course. The Course Syllabus will be distributed the first week of the course.

Learning Outcomes

The following outcomes will be addressed in the course:
Define various disease processes, patterns and pathogenic organisms
Identify drugs used to treat various disease processes
Recognize dosing intervals for drugs
Identify side effects associated with different drugs
Assess drug interactions and severity
Identify the mechanisms of drug action
Assist the pharmacist in reviewing medication orders and patient records
Classify drugs as to use
Identify the methods of drug administration
Classify drug stability and storage requirements

Text and References

A list of textbooks required for this course is available at the bookstore.

Course Scheduling

The scheduled hours of instruction include sixteen hours for each lecture credit, thirty two hours for each lab credit and forty hours for each credit of supervised occupational experience (SOE). Lecture credit may include formal or impromptu lectures, demonstrations or discussions with the entire class or with small groups or individuals. Refer to the Credit Details section of this course outline for the credit breakdown.

Accommodations Statement

Disability Services assists students with disabilities who need accommodations to access programs, services and college activities.  If this applies to you, please contact the DS Office on your campus to initiate the accommodations process. 
Brooklyn Park Campus - 763-488-2477
Eden Prairie Campus – 952-995-1544

Campus

Eden Prairie Campus 952-995-1300

Credit Details

lecture:

3