Section: Unit 1: Lesson 2.1: Pharmacodynamics | Pharmacology | NextGenU.org

  • Student Learning Outcomes:
    Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:
    • Define Pharmacodynamics
    • Describe Mechanism of Action; Agonists vs Antagonist effects of drugs
    • Explain Brand names vs Generic vs Over the counter medications
    • Discuss CAM related medications and the nurse’s role in safety
    • Explain how drugs are named including classes, suffixes, and routes


    Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 1 hour and 42 minutes.

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    • Required Learning Resources and Activities

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      Unit 1 Lesson 2.1 Pharmacodynamics URL
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      Read sections 1.7 and 1.8

    • Slide Deck Presentation
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      Topic: Pharmacodynamics URL
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      Pharmacodynamics Flashcards URL
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    • Quiz
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      Quiz: Unit 1 Lesson 2.1
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