Introduction to Nursing Principles of Pharmacy RNSG 1931

Generic Option – Thomasville – Fall Admit
Pre-requisite(s): BIOL 2113, BIOL 2113L, BIOL 2114, BIOL 2114L, BIOL 2117, BIOL 2117L, ENGL 1101, Any Degree Level Math, COLL 1500, Program Admission
Co-requisite(s): RNSG 1920

Bridge Option – Thomasville – Spring Admit
Pre-requisite(s): BIOL 2113, BIOL 2113L, BIOL 2114, BIOL 2114L, ENGL 1101, BIOL 2117, BIOL 2117L, Any Degree Level Math, PSYC 1101, COLL 1500, a Humanities and General Education Elective, Program Admission
Co-requisite(s): RNSG 1960

Generic Option – Thomasville/Tifton – Spring Admit
Pre-requisite(s): BIOL 2113, BIOL 2113L, BIOL 2114, BIOL 2114L, BIOL 2117, BIOL 2117L, ENGL 1101, Any Degree Level Math, COLL 1500, Program Admission
Co-requisite(s): RNSG 1920

Bridge Option – Moultrie – Fall Admit

Pre-requisite(s): BIOL 2113, BIOL 2113L, BIOL 2114, BIOL 2114L, ENGL 1101, BIOL 2117, BIOL 2117L, Any Degree Level Math, PSYC 1101, COLL 1500, a Humanities and General Education Elective, Program Admission
Co-requisite(s): RNSG 1960

This course is a study of the introduction to pharmacology. Foundations of pharmacology, drug action at the physiologic level, and drug preparation and administration to diverse clients as they transition throughout the lifespan are included. Concepts include medication administration via various routes along with legal factors relating to medication administration, and the nursing process of administration of medication. The student will gain knowledge of dosage calculations and skills related to the administration of medications, infusion therapy, and blood administration. Emphasis is placed on concern for safety and precision. The student will gain knowledge of the therapeutic classifications of medications with an emphasis on client education. Throughout the course, activities that stimulate critical thinking will be utilized.

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