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Pharmacology

Study Course Description

Course Description Statuss:Approved
Course Description Version:8.00
Study Course Accepted:26.01.2023 14:52:55
Study Course Information
Course Code:LF_327LQF level:Level 5
Credit Points:1.00ECTS:1.50
Branch of Science:Basic Sciences of Medicine, including Pharmacy; Technology of Drug FormsTarget Audience:Public Health
Study Course Supervisor
Course Supervisor:Dace Zemīte
Study Course Implementer
Structural Unit:RSU Liepāja Branch
The Head of Structural Unit:
Contacts:Liepāja, Riņķu Street 24/26, lfatrsu[pnkts]lv, +371 63442118, +371 63442119, +371 63484632
Study Course Planning
Full-Time - Semester No.1
Lectures (count)3Lecture Length (academic hours)2Total Contact Hours of Lectures6
Classes (count)2Class Length (academic hours)2Total Contact Hours of Classes4
Total Contact Hours10
Study course description
Preliminary Knowledge:
In anatomy, physiology, communication and ethics.
Objective:
To form understanding of medical disciplines, to acquire knowledge of the basics of pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics.
Topic Layout (Full-Time)
No.TopicType of ImplementationNumberVenue
1Pharmaceutical forms – micronutrient and vitamin preparations.Lectures1.00auditorium
2Preparations affecting blood clotting.Lectures1.00auditorium
3Hormone preparations, anti-inflammatory medicines.Lectures1.00auditorium
4Pharmaceutical forms – micronutrient and vitamin preparations; preparations affecting blood clotting; hormone preparations, anti-inflammatory medicines.Classes1.00auditorium
5Oils, effects thereof.Classes1.00auditorium
Assessment
Unaided Work:
Independent preparation on the relevant topic in advance, using e-study materials, recommended reading and Internet resources, with subsequent evaluation and practical application in practical classes.
Assessment Criteria:
Class attendance, tests, at the end of the course cycle – a combined module exam.
Final Examination (Full-Time):Test (Semester)
Final Examination (Part-Time):
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge:The student will be able to explain the basics of pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics in case of diseases of various aetiology, as well as indications and contraindications.
Skills:Students will be able to evaluate the effects of different pharmaceutical forms on the body.
Competencies:Students will be able to educate the client and/or their family members about the use of various pharmacological agents.
Bibliography
No.Reference
Required Reading
1Biksone, G. Medikamentozā ārstēšana un aprūpe. SIA „KERENA”, Rīga, 2008. 704 lpp. (akceptējams izdevums)
2Medicīniskās aprūpes rokasgrāmata, Rīga, Jumava, 2001 (akceptējams izdevums)
3Purviņš I. Praktiskā farmakoloģija. Zvaigzne, Rīga, 2011, 788 lpp. (akceptējams izdevums)
Additional Reading
1Zāļu rokasgrāmata, Nacionālais apgāds, 2009
2Interneta resurss