RC 250 - Pharmacology I

2 Credits

This course offers a brief overview of the U.S. Drug Approval Process and factors influencing Pharmacokinetic and Pharmacodynamic Phases. Students gain insights into Aerosol Generators in Drug Delivery, with a focus on clinical applications. The course also covers Drug Dose Calculation, emphasizing Prepared-Strength and Percent-Strength Solutions. Exploration of the autonomic nervous system, including the sympathetic and parasympathetic branches and their neurotransmitters, forms the foundation for understanding their clinical impact on the cardiovascular and pulmonary systems.

Program Admission Required Yes Admitted Program AAS to BAS - RC
Course Note Acceptance to the BAS- RC program
Fees

Quarters Typically Offered
Fall Day
Designed to Serve RC students in good standing in the BAS- RC program
Active Date 20240401T16:17:15

Grading Basis Decimal Grade
Class Limit 24
Contact Hours: Lecture 22
Total Contact Hours 22
Degree Distributions:
ProfTech Course Yes
Restricted Elective Yes
Course Outline

Introduction to respiratory care pharmacology
Administration of aerosolized medications
Calculating medication dosages
Classification of bronchodilators

Student Learning Outcomes
Outline the key steps involved in the Drug Approval Process in the United States.

Accurately describe key factors that impact the Pharmacokinetic and Pharmacodynamic Phases.

Classify different types of Aerosol Generators used for Drug Delivery and explain their clinical applications.

Calculate drug doses with accuracy, using both Prepared-Strength and Percent-Strength Solutions.

Accurately describe the indication, mechanism of action, route of administration, adverse effects and clinical application for each specific anticholinergic agent

Explain the clinical implications of the parasympathetic and sympathetic branches, along with their neurotransmitters, on the cardiopulmonary systems.