After a review of relevant basic arithmetic, the student will use concepts of higher mathematics to gain knowledge of measurement systems, including apothecary and metric, and techniques, including solving for an unknown, for computing medication dosages, I.V. flow rates, and weight related dosages for children and adults. Laboratory 54 hours, e.g. per week for 3 weeks. This elective course introduces the student to the operating room and the surgical sterile technique required in the O.R. arena. The student will perform as first and second scrub nurse and circulating nurse. Assessment of the effect of anesthesia on the client and required nursing care of the client emerging from anesthesia is included.
Repeats permit more advanced skills and responsibilities.
This course provides an understanding of basic pharmacology and the standards, policies, and regulations involved in medication and administration. A brief review of the math concepts involved in the calculations of dosages is included. The course focus is on drug classifications, pharmacodynamics, chemical interactions, toxicology, and the use of the nursing process in medication and administration.