NURS 676A Advanced Pharmacology - FNP specific

Featuring a unique clinical reasoning format, the student will develop both the content knowledge and the clinical reasoning needed to become proficient in pharmacology specific to the role of the advanced practice nurse.  The student will analyze and evaluate pharmacological mechanisms and concepts including pharmacogenomics, pharmacokinetics, and pharmacodynamics of commonly used drugs, drug interactions, side effects, and contraindications as the basis for clinical judgment and management of patients wtih chronic diseases and self-limiting acute conditions in the primary care setting.  Emphasis will be given on assuring safe, efficacious, and ethical aspects of prescribing and furnishing drugs.  The student will have in-depth understanding of drug legislation and regulation for prescribing drugs and apply critical appraisal skills in determining best evidence for prescriptive intervention.