Emphasis is on pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, anesthetic agents, accessory drugs, and drug interactions. A continuation of Nursing 581. Allows the student to gain in depth knowledge for comprehensive synthesis and application in anesthesia care. The finished project should be scholarly, innovative and creative. An in-depth review of the literature must be included.
Oral presentation is required.
Requires submission of a formal prospectus two weeks prior to registration. A research-oriented scholarly paper which reflects the student's development of innovative nursing interventions, synthesis or comprehensive analysis of nursing theory, or other format approved by faculty. Must contain a comprehensive literature review. Department and library copies of thesis required. Oral defense required.