NRSG 6222 — Pharmacology of Adults and Older Adults

2 semester hoursGraduateLectureusually offered: fall, springOnlineOnline

Covers age-related changes in pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics and the prescription, administration, and monitoring of medications for older adults. Includes a detailed discussion of the most common drugs and classes of drugs prescribed for the elderly, as well as the signs and symptoms of drug toxicity particular to older adults. Investigates the impact of race/ethnicity on prescribing practices. Also discusses medication history guidelines for older adults, age-related considerations in prescribing for the elderly, and methods to support drug compliance and prevent inappropriate drug use and adverse drug reactions. Examines over-the-counter drug use among older adults. Emphasis is on the problem of polypharmacy for the older adult and the prevention, recognition, and treatment of drug interactions among older adults.

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TermSectionsEnrolledCapacityFullOpen seats/section
Spring 20242244060%8.0
Fall 20241122060%8.0
Spring 20251132065%7.0
Fall 20251232496%1.0
Spring 20261212488%3.0

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NRSG 6220, NRSG 6221, NRSG 6241, NRSG 6398, NRSG 7441

Courses that list NRSG 6222 in their prerequisites.

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