ACSW_PHAR100: Pharmacology Fundamentals - Taylor Pro College

ACSW_PHAR100: Pharmacology Fundamentals

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About Course

  • This course is designed to explore the basic principles of pharmacology: drug absorption, distribution, metabolism and excretion. 
  • Pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics will be covered including interactions, side effects and adverse interactions. 
  • Over the counter and prescription drugs will be identified and basic classifications according to the body systems will be reviewed.

After the completion of this course you will be able to delve into the following mentioned streams of Pharmacology Fundamentals

  • Clinical Pharmacology
  • Pharmacokinetics
  • Pharmacodynamics
  • Therapeutics
  • Neuropharmacology
  • Pharmaceutical Chemistry
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What Will You Learn?

  • Describe and define the basic terms and concepts of pharmacology.
  • Describe drug research, approval, and regulation processes.
  • Describe the pharmacological principles of drug abuse.
  • Describe the mechanism of action and physiological effects of classes of drugs that are typically being abused.
  • Identify the components of the assessment process for patients receiving medications including collecting both objective and subjective data.
  • Identify the goals and outcome criteria receiving medications.
  • Demonstrate a general knowledge of both therapeutic and pharmacodynamics drug classifications and indications.
  • Understand and explain the roles of pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and pharmaceutics in therapeutic treatment and management.
  • Describe medication administration as it relates to goals of adduction therapy and outcome criteria.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of ethical principles in pharmacologic therapeutic management.
  • Describe the components of drug legislation and their impact of on treatment programs.

Course Content

Module 1

  • Topic 1: Drug Classification
    00:00
  • LO1: Understand and Classify different types of Drugs and their Uses
    00:00
  • LO2: Identify Potential Side Effects and Contraindications of different Drug Classes
    00:00
  • LO3: Develop Strategies to Educate Patients about their Medications
    00:00
  • LO4: Quote new Drug Developments and Research in Pharmacology
    00:00
  • LO5: Knowledge Check
  • Case Study: Drug Classification
  • Topic 2: Drug Regulation and Approval
    00:00
  • LO1: Identify Key Regulatory Bodies involved in Drug approval in Canada
    00:00
  • LO2: Recognize the Importance of ensuring Drug Safety and Efficacy
    00:00
  • LO3: Explain the role of Post-Market Surveillance in Drug Regulation
    00:00
  • LO4: Knowledge Check
  • Case Study: Drug Regulation and Approval
  • Topic 3: Drug Classes, Schedules, and Categories
    00:00
  • LO1: Identify and Classify Drugs into appropriate Categories and Schedules
    00:00
  • LO2: Describe the major Categories of Drugs and their Therapeutic Uses
    00:00
  • LO3: Illustrate Knowledge of Drug Classes and Schedules in Clinical Practice
    00:00
  • LO4: Knowledge Check
  • Case Study: Drug Classes, Schedules, and Categories
  • Topic 4: Pharmacodynamics
    00:00
  • LO1: Explain how Drugs Produce their effects in the Body
    00:00
  • LO2: Differentiate between Drug Potency and Efficacy
    00:00
  • LO3: Recognize common Side Effects and Adverse Reactions
    00:00
  • LO4: Demonstrate Pharmacodynamic Principles in Clinical Settings for Safe and Effective Drug Use
    00:00
  • LO5: Knowledge Check
  • Case Study: Pharmacodynamics
  • Topic 5: Drug Administration
    00:00
  • LO1: List various Routes of Drug Administration
    00:00
  • LO2: Describe Correct Techniques for Administering Medications
    00:00
  • LO3: Monitor Patients for Drug Effectiveness and Adverse Reactions
    00:00
  • LO4: Extend the Legal and Ethical Considerations related to Drug Administration
    00:00
  • LO5: Knowledge Check
  • Case Study: Drug Administration
  • Topic 6: Abuse and Misuse
    00:00
  • LO1: Distinguish Drug Abuse and Drug Misuse
    00:00
  • LO2: Recognize Signs and Symptoms of Drug Abuse and Misuse
    00:00
  • LO3: Describe Intervention and Treatment options for Individuals struggling with Drug Abuse and Misuse
    00:00
  • LO4: Knowledge Check
  • Case Study: Abuse and Misuse
  • Topic 7: Age Related Factors
    00:00
  • LO1: Express How Age affects Drug Absorption, Distribution, Metabolism, and Excretion
    00:00
  • LO2: Recognize special considerations for Drug Therapy in Elderly Patients
    00:00
  • LO3: Develop Age-appropriate Strategies for Patient Education about Medications
    00:00
  • LO4: Knowledge Check
  • Case Study: Age Related Factors
  • Topic 8: Health Related Factors
    00:00
  • LO1: Paraphrase various Health Conditions affect Drug Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics
    00:00
  • LO2: Quote the Impact of Comorbidities on Drug Effectiveness and Safety
    00:00
  • LO3: Conduct Comprehensive Patient Assessments to inform Pharmacological decisions
    00:00
  • LO4: Modify Tailored Pharmacological Therapies considering Health-Related Factors
    00:00
  • LO5: Knowledge Check
  • Case Study: Health Related Factors
  • Topic 9: Pharmacokinetics
    00:00
  • LO1: Classify the Processes and Factors affecting Drug Absorption
    00:00
  • LO2: Illustrate Pharmacokinetic Principles to Optimize Drug Therapy
    00:00
  • LO3: Describe Factors that Influence the Bioavailability of Drugs
    00:00
  • LO4: Knowledge Check
  • Case Study: Pharmacokinetics
  • Topic 10: Pharmacotherapy
    00:00
  • LO1: Define Therapeutic Goals and Objectives in Pharmacotherapy for various Disease States
    00:00
  • LO2: Evaluate Therapeutic Outcomes and adjust Pharmacotherapy as needed to achieve Treatment Goals
    00:00
  • LO3: Prepare Critical Thinking Skills to make informed Decisions about Pharmacological Treatment Options
    00:00
  • LO4: Knowledge Check
  • Case Study: Pharmacotherapy
  • Topic 11: Terminology and Abbreviations
    00:00
  • LO1: Classify the Principles of Drug Nomenclature
    00:00
  • LO2: Recognize Common Abbreviations used in Pharmacology and Healthcare Settings
    00:00
  • LO3: Discover appropriate Terminology and Abbreviations in Documentation related to Drug Administration
    00:00
  • LO4: Knowledge Check
  • Case Study: Terminology and Abbreviations
  • Topic 12: Adaptation
    00:00
  • LO1: Describe the Therapeutic Regimens that Need to be Adapted Over Time
    00:00
  • LO2: Implement Monitoring Strategies to Assess the Effectiveness and Safety of Adapted Drug Therapies
    00:00
  • LO3: Knowledge Check
  • Case Study: Adaptation
  • Topic 13: Education and Prevention
    00:00
  • LO1: Enumerate Patients on Medication Use, Side Effects, and Adherence
    00:00
  • LO2: Indicate Patients Strategies to prevent Disease through Lifestyle changes
    00:00
  • LO3: Empower Patients to make Informed Decisions about their Health and Medications
    00:00
  • LO4: Knowledge Check
  • Case Study: Education and Prevention
  • Topic 14: Federal and Provincial Legislation
    00:00
  • LO1: Comprehend Federal and Provincial Laws governing Drug Manufacturing, Distribution, and Sale in Canada
    00:00
  • LO2: Evaluate How Legislative Changes influence Healthcare practices
    00:00
  • LO3: Advocate for Patient Rights and Safety within the Framework of Federal and Provincial Drug Regulations
    00:00
  • LO4: Explain the Regulatory Framework that ensures Drug Safety
    00:00
  • LO5: Knowledge Check
  • Case Study: Federal and Provincial Legislation
  • Module Based Quiz

Final Exam

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