NS3225PHARMACOKINETICS

NS3225 – Pharmacokinetics

This course delves into the principles of pharmacokinetics, focusing on the absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion of drugs in the human body. Students learn how these processes influence the onset, intensity, and duration of drug action. The course emphasizes factors affecting drug bioavailability and half-life, as well as the impact of age, weight, organ function, and drug interactions on pharmacokinetics.

Using case studies, students apply pharmacokinetic principles to real-world scenarios, including dosage calculation and adjustment for special populations (e.g., pediatrics, geriatrics, patients with renal impairment). Understanding pharmacokinetics helps nurses ensure safe medication administration and monitor therapeutic outcomes effectively.