Overview
This topic, which is divided into four modules, addresses the principles of pharmacology, pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics as they apply to the pre-hospital setting. Opportunities exist through clinical case to apply these principles in determining the impact of disease states, lifestyle choices and life stages on drug therapy. Relevance of the … For more content click the Read More button below.
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Aims
This topic aims to develop a broad conceptual understanding of pharmacology and therapeutics by building a foundation of knowledge of pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics. This knowledge will then underpin critical analysis of the impact of life stages and disease states on drug therapy and will be complemented by an understanding of drug safety issues as they relate to pre-hospital care.
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