Advanced Anesthetic Pharmacology

3 credits · School of Nursing

This course builds on prior pharmacology knowledge, offering a comprehensive examination of the pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of anesthetic agents. It covers potential adverse effects, drug interactions, and appropriate interventions. Students will explore individual patient variations, including age, gender, and comorbidities, that influence drug selection and dosing. They will also develop strategies for the safe administration of intravenous, inhalation, and injectable anesthetics to diverse patient populations. Prerequisites: 6022, 6024, 8628. Corequisite: 8638. [3]