Pharmacology (FFK_022)
About Study Course
Objective
To obtain knowledge about pharmacological groups of drugs and drugs, their action, pharmacological effects, indications and possible side effects, possible drug interactions. To develop an understanding of the effectiveness and safety of drugs and to develop the skills to educate the patient about the correct and safe use of medicines
Prerequisites
Anatomy, physiology, biochemistry and pathology.
Learning outcomes
1.As a result of the study course, students will be able to characterize the pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of drugs, classify drugs according to their pharmacological groups, explain their mechanisms of action and pharmacological effects, as well as justify the indications, contraindications, interactions and possible side effects of drugs. Students will be able to evaluate the efficacy and safety of drugs and apply the acquired knowledge in patient care
1.Students are familiar with the most commonly used drugs, their use and administration methods, administration features and safe use principles, and are able to assess the risks associated with drug use and take the necessary precautions
1.As a result of the study course, students are able to provide the patient with understandable and substantiated information about the use of medicines, the expected effect, possible side effects and safety measures, as well as to observe and evaluate the therapeutic effect of medicines and possible adverse reactions, informing the medical practitioner in a timely manner
Study course planning
| Study programme | Study semester | Program level | Study course category | Lecturers | Schedule |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing Studies | 3 | Bachelor | Required | Līga Cīrule, Līga Henke, Daniels Grīnvalds, Līga Cīrule, Inese Pētersone, Līga Henke, Inese Pētersone, Daniels Grīnvalds | |
| Nursing Studies | 3 | Bachelor | Required | Līga Cīrule, Līga Henke, Daniels Grīnvalds, Līga Cīrule, Inese Pētersone, Līga Henke, Inese Pētersone, Daniels Grīnvalds |
