Examines basic pharmacology principles, drug dosage, and calculations. Medications for inhalation including mucolytics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatories. Also includes cardiac drugs, anesthetic drugs, neuromuscular blockers, and antimicrobials. Emphasis is placed on promotion of evidence-based practice using established clinical practice guidelines and published research for its relevance to patient care.

Conditions

Student has completed or is in process of completing all of the following course(s): RESPTHRY 10515111 - Respiratory Survey, SCIENCE 10806177 - Gen Anatomy & Physiology with grade greater than or equal to C (Post Secondary Grading Scheme).