Section: Unit 1: Lesson 1: Pharmacokinetics | Pharmacology | NextGenU.org

  • Student Learning Outcomes:
    Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:
    • Define Pharmacokinetics, Pharmacodynamics, Absorption, Distribution, Metabolism, Excretion
    • Explain the First pass effect
    • Detail the routes of drug administration
    • Explain body-related factors affecting distribution
    • Explain phases of metabolism 
    • Describe the factors affecting metabolism
    • Explain the routes of excretion
    • Discuss life span considerations for absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion

    Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 3 hours.

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    • Required Learning Resources and Activities

    • Read sections 1.1 to 1.6

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    • Quiz
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      Quiz: Unit 1 Lesson 1