Therapeutic medication management (12 points)
(MED)
Leader: Ms Lisa McKenna
Offered:
Peninsula First semester 2005 (Day)
Peninsula First semester 2005 (OCL)
Synopsis:
Objectives: On completion of the unit, students are expected to be able to: Describe fundamental principles of pharmacology; Describe the processes involved in pharmacokinetics along with factors that influence these processes; Explain indications, actions, adverse reactions and contraindications for commonly prescribed medication; Demonstrate clinical decision making ability relating to pharmacology within own specific practice area; Provide appropriate education for clients based upon individual medication regimes; Describe medication regimes for discipline-specific clinical conditions in their area of practice; Critically analyze the implications of medication use across the lifespan; Describe legal, ethical and professional responsibilities associated with prescription and administration of medications; Critically analyze social and political factors that influence use of medications.
Assessment: Mid-semester written examination (20%), End of Semester written examination (50%), Portfolio activities (30%)
Contact Hours: 3 hour tutorial per week.
Prerequisites: Nil
Corequisites: Nil
Prohibitions: Nil
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