HPRS-2300 Pharmacology for Health Professions
Amy Esqueda
Credit Spring 2024
Section(s)
HPRS-2300-012 (76162)
LEC DIL ONL DIL
LAB DIL ONL DIL
Course Requirements
*The more time spent in this course, the better the GRADE*
Course Description
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Contact Hours: 48
Laboratory Contact Hours: 16
This course is a study of drug classifications, actions, therapeutic uses, adverse effects, methods of administration, client education, and calculation of dosages. This course is designed for Surgery Technician, Nursing, and Emergency Medical Service students.
Transferability of workforce courses varies. Students interested in transferring courses to another college should speak with their Area of Study (AoS) advisor, counselor, and/or Program Director.
Course Rationale/Goals
This course is designed to introduce the Allied Health student to general classifications of drugs, generic and trade names, mechanisms of action, therapeutic uses, side effects and adverse effects, precautions and contraindications, routes of administration, and pharmacokinetics. Pertinent client education will be emphasized. Instruction in basic and advanced dosage calculation problems will be included to enhance their practice as a health care professional.
Prerequisites*
Students must provide documentation of a passing grade of “C” or above in one of these course pre-requisites before taking this course:
Human Anatomy OR Human Physiology OR Intro to Anatomy & Physiology OR Anatomy & Physiology 1: 4 credit hours with a grade of “C” or better
OR
Pass the pre-Pharmacology assessment examination (equivalent of BIOL 2404)
AND
Student Readiness Skills: G, which is college readiness in reading, writing and math.
*Students not meeting the pre-requisites and student readiness requirement may be withdrawn from the course during the first week of the semester.
Math Pre-Test
The math pre-test is a measure of the student's basic math skills. Basic math skills are a necessary part of the dosage calculations learning process. Dosage Calculations is a learning outcome that must be mastered for successful completion of the course.
If the student does not earn a 100% on this pre-test, the student is encouraged to make use of the following resources to remediate basic math skills.
- Booth Section of Hitner textbook – Overview of Basic Math
- RX Success Math Review Website
- Learning Lab Math Tutor
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1. Define the basic terminology associated with Pharmacology.
2. Define the legislative laws regulating Pharmacology.
3. Interpret the use of common pharmacological equivalents and abbreviations.
4. Compute basic and advanced dosage calculation problems.
5. Recall normal physiological conditions within the body.
6. Identify the pathophysiology of certain disease processes.
7. Select the mechanism of action of major drug classifications.
8. Recognize the uses of major drug classifications in treating certain disease processes.
9. Identify the side effects associated with major drug classifications.
10. Recall appropriate patient teaching for major drug classifications.
11. Match drug examples to the major drug classifications.
12. Apply drug therapy information used to treat certain disease processes.
SCANS Competencies
The U.S. Department of Labor established the Secretary's Commission on Achieving Necessary Skills (SCANS) to examine the demands of the workplace and whether the nation's students are capable of meeting those demands.
The SCANS competencies are based on the following three foundations:
Basic Skills
- Uses all basic skills are used in learning and applying knowledge of Pharmacology to better serve the patient.
- Demonstrates ability to read assignments.
- Demonstrates ability to write thorough assignments and activities.
- Demonstrates ability to read and/or listen to lecture material and take notes.
- Demonstrates ability to speak and/or write about pharmacology.
- Demonstrates ability to perform basic computations for practical dosage calculation problems by choosing from a variety of mathematical techniques.
Thinking Skills
- All thinking skills are used in Pharmacology by students preparing for exams, group work, case studies, and class discussions.
- Uses creative thinking when completing assignments.
- Demonstrates ability to make decisions on examinations and assignments.
- Demonstrates ability to problem solve when evaluating drug therapy.
- Demonstrates ability to reason why a particular medication is used to treat a specific disease.
Personal Qualities
- Demonstrates responsibility by completing assignments and examinations on time.
- Demonstrates integrity and honesty while completing assignments.
- Demonstrates confidence in Pharmacology knowledge when administering medications after completing this course.
How SCANS Competencies are incorporated into a pharmacology course
Resources
- Manages time by completing Pharmacology assignments and examinations by their due dates.
- Identifies resources that should be used in classroom and homework exercises.
- Organizes classroom assignments and plans activities to achieve goals.
- Utilizes resources in completing assignments and exams effectively: reference books, computers, computer programs.
- Utilizes resources; i.e., testing centers, library, and student services to accomplish goals.
- Manages time effectively and efficiently when completing assignments.
Interpersonal
- Participate as a proactive member of a team when doing group activities and exercises.
- Exhibits ethical behavior.
- Appreciates the knowledge and talent of other members of the group.
- Teaches other students in group discussions on particular topics.
- Obtains counseling and therapeutic information to better serve and educate clients.
- Negotiates to arrive at a clinical decision through critical thinking case studies.
Information
- Acquires, organizes, maintains, and evaluates information through lecture and activities for exam preparation.
- Uses computer to process information for mini-reports and drug profile cards.
- Acquires and evaluates information by doing Internet searches for disease-drug mini-reports and drug profile cards.
Systems
- Uses critical thinking skills to assess, formulate, and evaluate correct drug therapy in treating certain disease processes.
- Understands normal anatomy and physiology of major body systems.
- Evaluates pathologic disease states in major body systems in relation to appropriate drug therapy.
Technology
- Selects technology that is appropriate to learning concepts in pharmacology including computers and related technologies; i.e., Blackboard, to reinforce concepts taught in class
Plan of Instruction
Mandatory
- Pharmacology for Health Professionals, 5th Special Edition with Dosage Workbook, Hitner, McGraw-Hill, current edition. Available as an e-book through First Day Access Program (FDA). Hard copy also available at the ACC bookstore.
- Pharmacology for Health Care Professionals. (instructor-designed course notes as PowerPoints or PDFs available on Blackboard)
- Scantrons for Unit exams and activities for in class students.
- Internet access and ability to access Blackboard
Recommended
- A Medical Dictionary (Taber’s Cyclopedic)
- A Drug Handbook
- A calculator
Instructional Methodology/Learning Activities
Classroom/Face to Face/Hybrid courses
Students may be presented information in a standard lecture or flipped format. Online interactive learning activities are optional. Students will engage in activities and be evaluated on mastery of course content throughout the course (when applicable).
ONL Distance Learning (DL) courses
Students will be presented information through instructor designed course notes (PDF or PowerPoints) that will be made available on Blackboard, view online material in a lecture format, engage in activities, participate in discussion boards, use diverse technology, complete quizzes, and be evaluated on mastery of content throughout the course. In order to be successful in the distance education environment, students should be self-motivated, able to keep up with deadlines, and plan ample time each day and/or week to turn new information into memory. If you are new to Distance Learning, please review the ACC Distance Education General Information
All Methodologies
Lecture will include most of the information necessary to answer all the review questions; however, additional research may be necessary from resources other than lecture and the textbooks (when applicable).
Students will use Blackboard Learning Management System for assignment instructions, submitting assignments, and collaboration.
Review of anatomy and physiology is necessary where applicable to specific body systems in order to understand pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics.
Review questions are provided as a general guideline for information required on examinations.
Dosage calculations will be covered in two class sessions or in 2 hours if online. The Department will offer workshops and one-on-one tutoring (both Face to Face and online when applicable) to students. Dosage workshops will be scheduled and times posted after the first week of classes.
Testing Requirements
Six unit (theory/assessments) are required for each of the units in the course. A grade must be recorded for each of the six unit assessments in order to receive a final course grade.
Classroom/Hybrid Courses
All theory exams/assessments are administered in the classroom (when applicable). The first two dosages exams must be taken in the classroom. If one or both dosage exams are not passed, the student can take one or two makeup dosage exams in an ACC testing center (when applicable).
ONL Courses
All theory exams/assessments and all dosage exams must be taken online via live proctoring (DE Proctoring). See addendum for details on the proctoring services available with ACC. All exams will have assigned due dates and will be timed.
All Methodologies
- Two dosage calculations exams are required, with a minimum passing grade of 80% on each exam to attain the PASS requirement for the course. Two additional exams will be available, if needed, after the first two have been taken. If a student fails three dosage exams, the student is not permitted to take the 4th dosage exam. Failure to attain 80% on two of the four available calculations will result in a FAIL on this course requirement and students should contact the faculty member for possible options if applicable.
- All dosage calculations exams are to be taken either in the classroom for face to face courses, hybrid courses or online via a live approve proctoring service (DE proctoring) for online courses. Dosage exams will have a testing time limit of 75 minutes.
- Regardless of the circumstances, if a unit theory exam/assessment is missed, a comprehensive make up exam will be offered at the end of the semester. This make up exam can be taken at the end of the semester, and can only be taken in the test centering for face to face courses or online through a live proctoring service (DE Proctoring). The exam is comprehensive, covering material from all units, and will replace the missed exam.
- For students who perform poorly on an exam/assessment and want to improve their theory exam average, there will be an optional comprehensive make up exam. The grade made on this exam will replace the lowest grade and will be included when calculating the course grade. If a student takes the comprehensive make up exam and the score is lower than the lowest test grade, the comprehensive exam grade will still be used in determining the student’s final course grade. The make-up exam will be administered online via a live proctor for online or hybrid courses or in the testing center for face to face courses. No exceptions will be granted.
- No retakes or make -ups on any unit or dosage exams will be allowed.
- Students will be able to use a simple, four function (+, -, x, /) calculator on the dosage exams. Students cannot use a scientific calculator that utilizes equations nor their cell phone as a calculator.
- All four calculations exams are of equal difficulty. Each exam will cover the entire dosage calculation section of the Hitner textbook, and dosage calculations section in course lecture notes. Each exam is different only by the questions asked and numbers used. Each exam covers the same amount of material.
- It is the student’s responsibility to keep up with dates that exams are scheduled. Refer to the attached proposed class and testing schedule.
- For both theory (unit) and dosage exams, students will need a photo ID that clearly shows their name and picture in order to take exams. Suggestions would be an ACC ID, valid Driver’s License, Passport, etc.
Student Accessibility Services (SAS)
SAS works to provide equitable and effective access for students with documented disabilities. Austin Community College has established the SAS department to support students’ full participation in college classes and activities.
To establish SAS services, students must complete the SAS Application for Services and Accommodations, provide documentation of their diagnosis, and meet with an Accessibility Advocate. Faculty cannot implement accommodations for the student until the accommodations are received from the SAS department. To request an accommodation, please visit the following website: Request SAS Services and Accommodations.
For more information, visit the SAS Website or contact the SAS Department at: SAS@austincc.edu
Technology Support Services
In response to COVID-19-related campus closures, Austin Community College now provides free, secure drive-up Wi-Fi to students and employees in the parking lots of all campus locations. Wi-Fi can be accessed seven days a week, 7 am to 11 pm. Please visit ACC Technology Support for additional details.
Students who submit the Student Technology Access Form and indicate they need help accessing their online learning environment to successfully complete their courses are eligible to check out an ACC iPad for use during the semester. You must be registered for a credit course, Adult Education, or Continuing Education course.
Grading System
The final course grade will be determined by an average of the unit exams/assessments and the “pass/fail” rating on the dosage calculations exams.* This represents approximately 90% of the course grade.
Approximately 10% of the final course grade will be derived from grades on quizzes, discussion boards, case studies, and other special assignments that may require use of diverse technology.
The grading grid for the Pharmacology courses is listed below:
662-592 A with a “pass” on dosage calculations
591-526 B with a “pass” on dosage calculations
525-460** C with a “pass” on dosage calculations
459-394 D with a “pass" on dosage calculations
393 & below F
*Pass on the dosage calculations exams is defined as an 80% on two of the four dosage exams available to the student. This average is not a part of the final course grade . . . only a pass/fail grade is derived from these exams.
**The minimum grade that will be accepted for credit in any of the Health Science programs at Austin Community College is “C”.
Course Policies
Attendance/Class Participation
Classroom and Hybrid Courses
Regular and punctual class attendance is expected of all students. If attendance or compliance with other course policies is unsatisfactory, the instructor may withdraw students from the course (when applicable).
Online DL Courses
Regular and timely class participation in discussions and completion of work is expected of all students. If attendance or compliance with other course policies is unsatisfactory, the instructor may withdraw students from the class.
Courses are provided asynchronously with no routinely scheduled class meetings. See course calendar for details.
In the event the college or campus closes due to unforeseen circumstances (for example, severe weather or other emergency), the student is responsible for communicating with their professor during the closure and completing any assignments or other activities designated by their professor as a result of class sessions being missed (when applicable).
Discipline Policies
Classroom/hybrid Courses
students are expected to participate appropriately in the classroom. This includes, but is not limited to helping with exercises, demonstrations, and asking clarifying questions. Inappropriate participation, which includes but is not limited to talking during lecture, use of cell phones/pagers, and interrupting others, may disrupt the learning process and is subject to disciplinary action (when applicable).
Online DL Courses
students are expected to participate appropriately online with other students or the Instructor. Inappropriate participation may disrupt the learning process and is subject to disciplinary action.
Disciplinary action may include a discussion with the instructor for the first offense, a discipline referral to the Dean of Student Services for a repeated offense, a meeting with the Department Head of Allied Health Sciences, and possible removal from the course.
Please refer to the ACC Handbook for additional information.
Withdrawals
It is the responsibility of each student to ensure that his or her name is removed from the rolls should they decide to withdraw from the class. The instructor does, however, reserve the right to drop a student should he or she feel it is necessary. If a student decides to withdraw, he or she should also verify that the withdrawal is recorded before the Final Withdrawal Date. The final withdrawal date is posted on the academic calendar for each semester. The student is also strongly encouraged to keep any paperwork in case a problem arises.
Students are responsible for understanding the impact that withdrawal from a course may have on their financial aid, veterans’ benefits, and international student status. Per state law, students enrolling for the first time in Fall 2007 or later at any public Texas college or university may not withdraw (receive a W) from more than six courses during their undergraduate college education. Some exemptions for good cause could allow a student to withdraw from a course without having it count toward this limit. Details regarding this policy can be found in the ACC college catalog. Students are strongly encouraged to meet with an advisor when making decisions about course selection, course loads, and course withdrawals.
If the student is failing and does not withdraw, the student will be assigned an F. No retroactive withdrawals are given.
Students who enroll for the third or subsequent time in a course taken since Fall 2002 may be charged a higher tuition rate, for that course.
Incompletes
An "Incomplete" may be given if the criteria listed below are met:
- The student has at least a 70% average (280 points) on 4 out of the 6 unit/lecture exams and the student has taken at least 2 dosage calculation exams.
- The student is unable to finish the course due to an unexpected, extenuating circumstance. This would be an emergent condition that prevents the student from testing within the current semester.
The following processes must be followed when awarding a student an "incomplete" grade.
- Prior to the end of the semester in which the “I” is to be awarded, the student must meet with the instructor to determine the assignments and/or exams that must be completed prior to the deadline provided. This meeting can occur virtually or in person. The instructor should complete the "Report of Incomplete Grade" form
- The faculty member will complete the form, including all requirements to complete the course and the due date, sign (by typing in name) and then email it to the student. The student will then complete his/her section, sign (by typing in name), and return the completed form to the faculty member to complete the agreement. A copy of the fully completed form can then be emailed by the faculty member to the student and the department chair for each grade of incomplete that the faculty member submits at the end of the semester.
- The student must complete all remaining work by the date specified on the incomplete form. This date is determined by the instructor in collaboration with the student, but it may not be later than the final withdrawal deadline in the subsequent long semester. Please note: the submission date to the department chair should be at least 5 days before the final withdrawal deadline in the subsequent long semester and the instructor may assign due dates sooner than the withdrawal deadline for the subsequent long semester.
- Students will retain access to the course on Blackboard throughout the subsequent semester in order to submit work and complete the course. Students will be able to log on to Blackboard and have access to the course materials, assignments, and grades from the course and semester in which the incomplete was awarded.
- As soon as the student completes the required work, the instructor will submit an electronic "Grade Change Form" to change the student’s performance grade from an “I” to the earned grade of A, B, C, D, or F. All work must be completed prior to the deadline provided on the Incomplete form.
- If an incomplete is not resolved by the deadline, the grade automatically converts to “F.” Approval to carry an incomplete longer than the following semester or session deadline is not frequently granted.
Missed Exams and Late Work Policies
All Exams, quizzes, and homework assignments or activities (assignments) have due dates.
It is very valuable to complete and submit assignments on time to ensure student success to help learn the content, and most importantly to prepare for the examinations. Assignments must be submitted by their due dates, but assignments will be accepted up to two days late for a max score of 50%. However, if any part of the assignment is submitted late, the entire assignment is graded as late.
There are no exceptions.
Quizzes are also encouraged to complete in order to reflect student retention of content knowledge, and they are a good indicator if a student has prepared for the major examinations. Students will be allowed to have two attempts on quizzes, and the higher of the two quizzes will be recorded in the gradebook. The quizzes must be taken by their due dates. No exceptions.
Exams will not be allowed to be taken late. Quizzes will not be allowed to be taken late.
Check the course schedule for due dates. There are no exceptions to these policies.
Academic Integrity and Testing Environment Policies
Acts prohibited by the college for which discipline may be administered include scholastic dishonesty, including but not limited to cheating on an exam or quiz, plagiarizing, and unauthorized collaboration with another in preparing outside work. Academic work submitted by students shall be the result of their thought, research or self-expression. Academic work is defined as, but not limited to tests, quizzes, whether taken electronically or on paper; projects, either individual or group; classroom presentations, and homework.
All electronic devices must be turned off during all examinations. If this directive is not followed, a charge of academic dishonesty could result.
Scholastic Integrity
A student attending ACC assumes responsibility for conduct compatible with the mission of the college as an educational institution. Students have the responsibility to submit academic work that is the result of their own thought, research, or self-expression. Academic work is defined as, but not limited to tests, quizzes, whether taken electronically or on paper, projects, either individual or group, classroom presentations, and homework.
Students must follow all instructions given by faculty or designated college representatives when taking examinations, tests, quizzes, and evaluations. Actions constituting scholastic dishonesty include, but are not limited to, plagiarism, cheating, fabrication, collusion, and falsifying documents.
Penalties for scholastic dishonesty will depend upon the nature of the violation and may range from receiving an “F” in the course and/or expulsion from the college. See the Student Standards of Conduct and Disciplinary Process and other policies.
Any student caught cheating during an exam will receive an automatic failing grade of “F” in the course. If the student withdraws from the course after the offense, the instructor will reinstate the student and the failing grade will be given as stated.
To avoid any problems that may arise from misunderstandings, you should follow these procedures during exams:
- Turn off and store all cell phones, watches, and other electronic devices.
- Store all personal belongings along the wall in the front or back of the room (as instructed). If the room will not accommodate this, follow the instructor’s directions for the placement of personal belongings.
- Close all books and notebooks and make sure there are no loose papers visible.
- Keep your eyes on your own papers.
- Remove your hat or hood from your jacket while taking the exam.
- Do not talk during exams.
- If you expect to need tissues or medications, get them out before the exam and leave them on your desk.
- Keep your exam answer sheet covered so it is not visible to other students.
- Do not take or share any pictures or photo copies of any quizzes or examinations in an effort to gain an academic advantage.
- Do not leave the room until you have finished the exam.
- Return all exam materials including all scratch paper to the instructor when you leave the room.
- Do not share any information related to homework, examinations or quizzes with others via GroupMe, text, email, phone call, chat, or other medium. All work submitted is to be the individual work of the student.
Course Outlines/Calendar
The course outline/calendar for each individual faculty members’ course can be found in Lighthouse or on Blackboard by the first day of class. Please note that schedule changes may occur during the semester. Any changes will be announced in class and posted as a Blackboard Announcement.
Other Miscellaneous Information
- All cell phones and pagers must be TURNED OFF when in class.
- This class is relatively fast paced so the student should study every day and not just before the exam.
- The student needs to keep up with the schedule and test due dates and meet deadlines responsibly as this is very essential in becoming a responsible health practitioner.
- Remember, pharmacology is a whole new language. A new language requires a lot of time and effort to learn.
- Students are encouraged to meet with the Instructor during virtual office hours to go over exams, quizzes and/or other assignments.
- Please refer back to the syllabus often for reinforcement of course policies and practices.
- Student concerns: Any student who has a complaint involving a course in which they are enrolled should first attempt to resolve the matter with their instructor. If the student is unable to resolve the complaint with their instructor, they should contact the Department Chair for Allied Health Sciences via email to discuss the matter. The student should follow the established guidelines on the following website in an attempt to resolve the matter. Student Rights and Responsibilities
Hints for Success in Pharmacology for Health Professions
- Keep up with assignments. Do all assigned reading and practice calculations according to schedule. Playing “catch-up” is very difficult.
- Get help early with dosage calculations if needed. Workshops and individual tutoring is available in the Learning Lab for students having difficulty.
- Answer all review questions in detail. This will provide the majority of information needed for the unit exams.
- Be sure to have all essential abbreviations and equivalents memorized before attempting the dosage calculations exams. It is impossible to convert dosage problems if the proper equivalents are not known.
- Remember . . . You have an instructor who is willing to help you if you need some extra assistance. If office hours are not convenient, the instructor can refer you to someone that should be able to help with the problem you may be having with the course.
- Students need to refer to the course notes prepared by their instructor for specific course directions.
Examples of Learning Tools
Note: For Exams #2-6, the student needs to spend ample time learning the generic to brand of the drug and be able to match the drug to the appropriate classification because this represents anywhere from 15-30 points one each exam. Drug classification is very essential component in this course.
Required Case Studies for units 2-4
Instructions: After reading through the case study for the unit, you are to answer the questions that follow. You will be able to use valid reliable resources to answer the questions. Please make thoughtful decisions when answering the questions. Case study questions will be due on the day of the exams. No late work will be accepted. No exceptions.
Instruction for Processing Drug Cards: *Beneficial for exam preparation!
- These sets of cards are to help you study the drugs for the matching section on each exam #2-6.
- These cards are not to be turned in.
- Buy about 200 3x5 note cards and include on 1 side on the card the following:
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Side: 2 |
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1) Drug “Brand” and “generic” name |
1) Classification of the Drug |
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On another set of cards: |
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Side 1: |
Side 2: |
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1) Classification of the Drug |
2) MOA |
Use this to learn the drugs and their classification. This makes a good study tool
Dosage Exam Reviews
For students wanting to review kinds of problems missed on their dosage exam, the student will need to contact their instructor via email to obtain a form that will list the types of problems missed. This form can be given to the ACC learning lab tutors (when applicable) or used to by the student to self-review concepts missed.
RX-Success
Please visit the RX-Success website for additional dosage help. The interactive modules on this website are intended to help students understand and practice dosage calculations.
RX Success Click on the arrow at the center of the page, to begin the program.
Children on Campus
According to the ACC Catalog and Student Handbook, students are not permitted to bring children to class. Unattended children are not allowed in the halls, offices, library, learning lab, testing center, cafeterias, common areas, or any other college location. Please refer to the policy at:
Safety, Security, and Children on Campus
Student Concerns
- Student concerns: Any student who has a complaint involving a course in which they are enrolled should first attempt to resolve the matter with their instructor. If the student is unable to resolve the complaint with their instructor, they should contact the Department Chair for Allied Health Sciences (Dr. R. R. Espinosa) via email to discuss the matter. The student should follow the established guidelines on the following website in an attempt to resolve the matter. Student Rights and Responsibilities
IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER:Withdrawal date: 4/22/24Holidays: Spring Break Mar 11-15Deadlines: See course schedule |
College Policies
For an update to the college policies and student support services, please visit the course Blackboard site and click the button on the left side that says “College Policy and Student Support Services”.
Action Item
Action required: Please now fill out your student data sheet, which will indicate that you have read through the syllabus information.
Readings
February 12 #1 Complete Start Here Section in BB.
Orientation and orientation quiz; Self-Introduction
Syllabus, Student Data Sheet, Submit
Prerequisites.
Calculations: Abbreviations, Equivalents
**Take Math Pre-test on Blackboard**
Watch: Dosage Calculations-Part 1
Dosage: Calculations: In Course Notes: Dimensional Analysis, “Dosage Calculations section in Dosage E-textbook”
Practice: Department Dosage workbook: Dosage progression worksheet
February 14 #2 Watch: Dosage Calculations-Part 2
Dosage: Calculations: In Course Notes: Dimensional Analysis, “Dosage Calculations section in Dosage E-textbook”
Practice: Department Dosage workbook: Dosage progression worksheet
February 15 #3 Unit1:
Introduction to Pharmacology, Pharmaceutical terms, Drug Nomenclature, Systems of Measurement, Interpreting Orders
Text: Chapters 1-3, Course Notes Unit 1
February 16 #4 Legislation and Marketing, Dosage and Time Response curves,
Text: Chapters 1-3, Course Notes Unit 1
February 19 #5 Dosage Forms and Routes of Administration
Text: Chapters 1-3, Course Notes Unit 1
February 20 #6 Pharmacokinetics (ADME), Pharmaceutical Terms
Text: Chapters 1-3; Course Notes Unit 1
End of Exam #1 Material
February 21 Discussion Board post for Unit 1 by 11:55pm
February 22 Extra Credit BB quiz #1 over unit 1 by 11:55pm
February 23 Exam #1 (No make ups or exceptions)
February 26 #7 Autonomic Nervous System (ANS) – Part 1
Text: Chapters 5, 6, 7; Course Notes Unit II
February 27 #8 & #9 ANS (continued) – Part II & Somatic Nervous
System
Text: Chapter 8 and 9
February 28 Dosage Homework in Dosage Unit on BB due
February 29 #10 Respiratory and Allergy Drugs
Text: Chapters 31-32
End of Exam #2 Material
ANS Assignment & online Case Study-Unit 2
March 4 Extra Credit BB quiz #2 over unit 2 by 11:55pm
March 5 Exam #2 (No make ups or exceptions)
March 6 #11 Antibiotics; Course notes Unit III
Text: Chapters 41-44
March 7 #12 Antibiotics- Part 2(continued)
Text: Same; Course Notes Unit III
March 8 #13 Anti-Neoplastics
Text: Chapters 45-46; Course Notes Unit III
End of Exam #3 Material
March 11-15 Spring Break
March 18 Discussion Board Post & Case study Due-Unit 3
March 19 Extra Credit BB quiz #3 over unit 3 by 11:55pm
March 20 Exam #3 (No make ups or exceptions)
March 21 #14 Cardiovascular Part 1 Overview and CHF
Text: Chapters 21-22, Course Notes Unit 4
March 22 #15 Cardiovascular Disease- Part 2
Text: Chapters 24-25
March 25 #16 Hypertension and Drug Therapy-Kidney Anatomy
Text: Chapters 25, 26
Listen to Podcast on Tekturna
March 26 #17 Anti-arrythmias, and Blood Drug Therapy, Anemia
Text: Chapters 25, 26, 27, 23, 30
March 27 #18 Anti-hyperlipidemia Drug Therapy
Text: Chapters 29
March 28 #19 Review Cardiovascular System Medication
Case Study
Chapters: Same
End of Exam #4 Material
April 1 Online Case Study Due-Unit 4
April 2 Required Blackboard Quizzes #4A
& Extra Credit #4B by 11:55pm
April 3 Exam #4 (No make ups or exceptions)
April 4 #20 Intro to CNS (Depression/Bipolar Disorder)
Text: Chapters 11, 14; Course Notes Unit V
April 5 #21 Anti-psychotic/Parkinson’s Disease Drug Therapy
Text: Chapters 13, 17
April 8 #22 Sedative-hypnotics, Anti-Anxiety Drug Therapy
Text: Chapters 12, 13
April 9 #23 Epilepsy and AEDs
Text: Chapters 16
April 10 #24 Pain, Inflammation, Gout, and Drug Therapy
Text: Chapters 18- 20
End of Exam #5 Material
April 11 Vocaroo Voice Assignment-Unit 5
April 12 Required Blackboard Quizzes #5A
& Extra Credit #5B by 11:55pm
April 15 Exam #5 (No make ups or exceptions)
April 17 #25 Diabetes and Drug Therapy-Part 1
Text: Chapter 39; Course Notes Unit VI
April 19 #26 Diabetes – Part 2
Text: Chapter 39
April 22 #27 Introduction to Endocrine System; Steroid
Drug Therapy and Fosamax®
Text: Chapters 35, 36, 40
April 22 WITHDRAWAL DATE
April 24 #28 Thyroid Disease Drug Therapy
Text: Chapter 38
May 1 #29 Sex Hormone Drug Therapy
Text: Chapter 37
May 3 #30 GI tract Meds and Peptic Ulcer Disease Therapy
Text: Chapter 33-34
End of Exam #6 Material
May 6 Discussion Board Post - Unit #6
May 7 Required Blackboard Quizzes #6A
& Extra Credit #6B by 11:55pm
May 9 Final Exam #6
May 10 Make-up Comprehensive Exam
Please see THE NEXT page for Dosage Exam Deadlines.
Spring 2024 - HPRS 2300 Dosage Schedule - 12 weeks
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Course Subjects
February 12 #1 Complete Start Here Section in BB.
Orientation and orientation quiz; Self-Introduction
Syllabus, Student Data Sheet, Submit
Prerequisites.
Calculations: Abbreviations, Equivalents
**Take Math Pre-test on Blackboard**
Watch: Dosage Calculations-Part 1
Dosage: Calculations: In Course Notes: Dimensional Analysis, “Dosage Calculations section in Dosage E-textbook”
Practice: Department Dosage workbook: Dosage progression worksheet
February 14 #2 Watch: Dosage Calculations-Part 2
Dosage: Calculations: In Course Notes: Dimensional Analysis, “Dosage Calculations section in Dosage E-textbook”
Practice: Department Dosage workbook: Dosage progression worksheet
February 15 #3 Unit1:
Introduction to Pharmacology, Pharmaceutical terms, Drug Nomenclature, Systems of Measurement, Interpreting Orders
Text: Chapters 1-3, Course Notes Unit 1
February 16 #4 Legislation and Marketing, Dosage and Time Response curves,
Text: Chapters 1-3, Course Notes Unit 1
February 19 #5 Dosage Forms and Routes of Administration
Text: Chapters 1-3, Course Notes Unit 1
February 20 #6 Pharmacokinetics (ADME), Pharmaceutical Terms
Text: Chapters 1-3; Course Notes Unit 1
End of Exam #1 Material
February 21 Discussion Board post for Unit 1 by 11:55pm
February 22 Extra Credit BB quiz #1 over unit 1 by 11:55pm
February 23 Exam #1 (No make ups or exceptions)
February 26 #7 Autonomic Nervous System (ANS) – Part 1
Text: Chapters 5, 6, 7; Course Notes Unit II
February 27 #8 & #9 ANS (continued) – Part II & Somatic Nervous
System
Text: Chapter 8 and 9
February 28 Dosage Homework in Dosage Unit on BB due
February 29 #10 Respiratory and Allergy Drugs
Text: Chapters 31-32
End of Exam #2 Material
ANS Assignment & online Case Study-Unit 2
March 4 Extra Credit BB quiz #2 over unit 2 by 11:55pm
March 5 Exam #2 (No make ups or exceptions)
March 6 #11 Antibiotics; Course notes Unit III
Text: Chapters 41-44
March 7 #12 Antibiotics- Part 2(continued)
Text: Same; Course Notes Unit III
March 8 #13 Anti-Neoplastics
Text: Chapters 45-46; Course Notes Unit III
End of Exam #3 Material
March 11-15 Spring Break
March 18 Discussion Board Post & Case study Due-Unit 3
March 19 Extra Credit BB quiz #3 over unit 3 by 11:55pm
March 20 Exam #3 (No make ups or exceptions)
March 21 #14 Cardiovascular Part 1 Overview and CHF
Text: Chapters 21-22, Course Notes Unit 4
March 22 #15 Cardiovascular Disease- Part 2
Text: Chapters 24-25
March 25 #16 Hypertension and Drug Therapy-Kidney Anatomy
Text: Chapters 25, 26
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March 26 #17 Anti-arrythmias, and Blood Drug Therapy, Anemia
Text: Chapters 25, 26, 27, 23, 30
March 27 #18 Anti-hyperlipidemia Drug Therapy
Text: Chapters 29
March 28 #19 Review Cardiovascular System Medication
Case Study
Chapters: Same
End of Exam #4 Material
April 1 Online Case Study Due-Unit 4
April 2 Required Blackboard Quizzes #4A
& Extra Credit #4B by 11:55pm
April 3 Exam #4 (No make ups or exceptions)
April 4 #20 Intro to CNS (Depression/Bipolar Disorder)
Text: Chapters 11, 14; Course Notes Unit V
April 5 #21 Anti-psychotic/Parkinson’s Disease Drug Therapy
Text: Chapters 13, 17
April 8 #22 Sedative-hypnotics, Anti-Anxiety Drug Therapy
Text: Chapters 12, 13
April 9 #23 Epilepsy and AEDs
Text: Chapters 16
April 10 #24 Pain, Inflammation, Gout, and Drug Therapy
Text: Chapters 18- 20
End of Exam #5 Material
April 11 Vocaroo Voice Assignment-Unit 5
April 12 Required Blackboard Quizzes #5A
& Extra Credit #5B by 11:55pm
April 15 Exam #5 (No make ups or exceptions)
April 17 #25 Diabetes and Drug Therapy-Part 1
Text: Chapter 39; Course Notes Unit VI
April 19 #26 Diabetes – Part 2
Text: Chapter 39
April 22 #27 Introduction to Endocrine System; Steroid
Drug Therapy and Fosamax®
Text: Chapters 35, 36, 40
April 22 WITHDRAWAL DATE
April 24 #28 Thyroid Disease Drug Therapy
Text: Chapter 38
May 1 #29 Sex Hormone Drug Therapy
Text: Chapter 37
May 3 #30 GI tract Meds and Peptic Ulcer Disease Therapy
Text: Chapter 33-34
End of Exam #6 Material
May 6 Discussion Board Post - Unit #6
May 7 Required Blackboard Quizzes #6A
& Extra Credit #6B by 11:55pm
May 9 Final Exam #6
May 10 Make-up Comprehensive Exam
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Spring 2024 - HPRS 2300 Dosage Schedule - 12 weeks
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Student Learning Outcomes/Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1. Define the basic terminology associated with Pharmacology.
2. Define the legislative laws regulating Pharmacology.
3. Interpret the use of common pharmacological equivalents and abbreviations.
4. Compute basic and advanced dosage calculation problems.
5. Recall normal physiological conditions within the body.
6. Identify the pathophysiology of certain disease processes.
7. Select the mechanism of action of major drug classifications.
8. Recognize the uses of major drug classifications in treating certain disease processes.
9. Identify the side effects associated with major drug classifications.
10. Recall appropriate patient teaching for major drug classifications.
11. Match drug examples to the major drug classifications.
12. Apply drug therapy information used to treat certain disease processes.
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