Graduate Catalog

NUR-6410 Advanced Pharmacology for Prescribers

This course is designed for nurse practitioners seeking prescriptive authority. It provides a comprehensive review of pharmacological management for self-resolving, episodic conditions and stable chronic diseases across all age groups. The course focuses on clinical decision making in the prescribing, monitoring, and management of pharmacotherapeutic agents that are appropriate for individual patient needs, while proactively addressing health risks and preventing adverse events. State and federal laws and processes regulating prescriptive practice and prescriptive authority are also discussed.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Prerequisite: NUR-6400