LPN 115 - Pharmacology for Practical Nursing I

1. Medication administration
2. Dosage calculations
3. Integumentary system
4. Optic system
5. Central nervous system
6. Pain management
7. Urinary system
8. Digestive system

1. Identify the principles related to medication administration that includes the patient as a full partner in providing compassionate, coordinated, age and culturally appropriate, safe, and effective medication administration (Patient Centered Care). (1-8)
2. Identify how the practical nurse functions effectively within nursing and inter-collaborative teams when providing pharmacologic interventions for adult patients with uncomplicated to moderately complex medical disorders (Teamwork and Collaboration).  (1-8)
3. Describe resources used to support safe administration of medications to treat physical, mental, and psychosocial health care needs (Evidence-based Practice). (1-8)
4. Describe strategies and tools to monitor the outcomes of medication administration for patients with uncomplicated to moderately complex medical disorders to continuously improve the quality and safety of healthcare systems (Quality Improvement). (1-8)
5. Identify strategies to minimize the risk of harm to patients and providers through both individual performance and system effectiveness related to the pharmacologic care of patients (Safety). (1-8)
6. Describe information technology skills necessary when administrating medications to patients with uncomplicated to moderately complex medical disorders (Informatics). (1-8)