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FACULTY OF MEDICINE, UNIVERSITI MALAYA

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MID 1009: Pharmacology in Nursing

3 credits
Learning Outcomes:

At the end of the course students are able to:

1. Describe pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics and the mechanism of actions for various
classification of drugs. (C2)
2. Determine nursing measures needed in administration of various drug classes. (C3)
3. Apply the principles of medication administration in the the calculation for drug dosage and
intravenous fluids. (C3)

Course Synopsis:

This course introduces terminologies used in study of pharmacology, the major drugs classification
and mechanism of actions for various drug groups. The nursing responsibilities in the drug therapy
are illustrated using nursing process approach. The calculation of drug dosage and intravenous
fluids is also included.

Reference Texts:

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Kee, J.L., Hayes, E.R. & McCuistion, L.E. (2012) Pharmacology: A Nursing Process Approach (7 ed.). St.
Louis, MO: Elsevier Saunders.
Chernecky, C. et al. (2002). Real-World Nursing Survival Guide: Drug Calculations & Drug
Administration. Philadelphia: W.B. Saunders
Lilley, L.L., Aucker, R.S. (2001) Pharmacology and The Nursing Process (3rd ed.). St. Louis: Mosby.

Course Assessment:
Course will be assessed by:

Continuous Assessment: 40%
• Test (20%)- Week 4
• Assignment (20%)- Week 8

Final Examination: 60%

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