PHM 243 - Pharmacology 1 for the Anesthesia Technologist

Lecture Hours: 3
Credit Hours: 3

Provides a basic understanding and principles of pharmacology and medical terminology in anesthesiology. Examines pharmaceutical terms such as pharmacokinetics/pharmacodynamics, pharmacogenetics/pharmacogenomics; a brief introduction of types of anesthesiology medications: more in depth study of the cardiovascular system medications; discussion of medication use, labeling, handling and storage; route of administrations, variables that affect drug actions including drug contraindications and drug interactions; efficacy and toxicity of xenobiotics as well as pathophysiology of various body systems; acid-base understanding; and introduction to pharmacology mathematics.

Prerequisite: Prerequisite: MTH 095 with a grade of C or better; and concurrent enrollment in ANES 101, ANES 112, and ANES 103; or consent of instructor.