PA 539 Pharmacology & Pharmacotherapeutics III

Builds on continued advancement of instruction and application in pharmacology and pharmacotherapeutics as they pertain to patient counseling/ education, prescriptions, non-prescriptions, and therapeutic agents. Learned pharmacology principles, drug mechanisms of action, appropriate selection, and rationale use in the prevention and treatment of diseases across major classes of therapeutic agents are produced. Medication management, understanding of pharmacodynamics, side-effects, and toxicities are taught with a focus on ophthalmic, otolaryngologic (ENT), endocrine, women’s health, pediatric, emergency medicine, surgery, and/or geriatric/palliative care conditions. Specific mental health areas are further explored. Course delivery methods for teaching and learning include lectures and small group activities, and reverse case studies.