Pathophysiologic Mechanisms & Pharmacologic Interventions in Caring for Individuals and Populations

2 Course Units

Pathophysiologic#mechanisms#are introduced with emphasis on#concepts and processes involving#acute and chronic illnesses and their therapeutic interventions. For major classes of drugs, the physiological and pathophysiological rationales are discussed for#each drug indication, mechanisms of drug action, individualized dosing implications, and adverse drug events.#The course#content enhances#the student's comprehension of the scientific complexity of therapeutic interventions in various conditions and builds#upon the foundational sciences. Additionally,#the course#provides active learning experiences to gain#scientific knowledge and skills#in#preparing to#administer and monitor drugs and therapies in a safe and effective manner. Fall 2 Course Units