Pathophysiology and Pharmacotherapeutics 1
This course is a graduate level course that provides education in advanced practice knowledge of pathophysiology and pharmacotherapy. Content applies to nurse practitioner (NP) practice essentials. It will explore the mechanisms of altered functioning of human cells, organs, organ systems, and the person as a whole, in the context of health across the lifespan. This course is based on best evidence and addresses health presentations found frequently in practice settings. It will also provide students with an understanding of pharmacological concepts including pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics and pharmacotherapeutics. There will be a focus on therapeutic interventions, including consideration of at-risk and special populations. An introduction of the therapeutic considerations related to use of controlled drugs and substances is included in this course. The intention of this course is to highlight common disease presentations utilizing a case-based framework from which to critically analyze and organize physiological, clinical, and theoretical knowledge.