The purpose of this course is to review psychopharmacology concepts utilized in nursing. Students will study the effects of medications on affects, cognition and behavior. This includes but is not limited to antidepressants, antipsychotics, anxiolytics, stimulants and other medications affecting the human psyche.
DESCRIPTION OF COURSE CONTENT FOR COURSE SYLLABUS:
After successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
Differentiate the principles of pharmacology and pharmacotherapeutics for psych-related conditions.
Discuss the most commonly prescribed psych-related drugs and physiological effects.
Develop appropriate effective drug treatment regimens for patients with psych-related conditions.
Apply the laws governing the prescribing of controlled drugs when writing prescriptions and storing samples.
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