This course emphasizes the pharmacological knowledge required by the advanced practice nurse to safely treat patients with common acute and chronic health problems. Students apply knowledge of clinical pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of select medications to the management of common health conditions occurring in pre-and post–natal women, children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. Ethical and legal aspects of advanced nursing practice prescribing will be fully addressed. This course will provide the basis for safely and effectively incorporating drug therapy to optimize health outcomes.

BSN students recommended to take Advanced Pathophysiology first.

This course is offered on Wednesdays from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. EST

This course requires prior approval of instructor. Please contact susan.feeney@umassmed.edu

This is a 3 credit course