NURS 120 - Pharmacology in Nursing

    Recent Professors
    Susana C. Machado, Poonam Khare
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    40 students
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    BIOL 072 with C or better
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course is a study of the interaction between drugs and living systems and their connection to the nursing practice. The major pharmacological classifications will be presented and integrated with the concepts of physiological and psychological principles. Nursing responsibilities relative to the administration of specific medications will be emphasized including safety, comfort, communication, teaching, health promotion, restorative/rehabilitative measures and cultural diversity.
    Usually Held
    Tue 8:00am–11:05am