RX 413 - Therapeutics



Therapeutics is a 3 credit hour course that meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:00 - 1:15pm in JH 141. The course teaches a consideration for the pathophysiology and therapy of selected diseases that are commonly managed. Emphasis is placed on the provision of pharmaceutical care through the selection of appropriate therapy, therapeutic monitoring, and the prevention and identification of adverse drug reactions and interactions. The course director is Dr. Cathy Ramey, the course coordinator is Susan Morton, and the class itself is taught by various guest lecturers. Be sure to check out the syllabus and class schedule for quick reference.

Upcoming events and due dates

 * Cluster exam Friday 10-29-10 from 12:00 - 1:50pm

Learning Objectives
Each Lecture page has its own list of objectives. Check out the master list if you'd like to see them all at once.

Cluster 1

 * Principles of Monitoring Drug Therapy
 * Adverse Drug Reactions and Drug Interactions
 * Fluid and Electrolytes
 * Liver Function Tests
 * Assessment of Renal Function
 * Anemias

Cluster 2

 * Pain Management
 * Gerd/PUD
 * Inflammatory Bowel Disease
 * Pancreatitis
 * Liver Disease
 * Alcohol withdrawal

Cluster 3

 * Diabetes Mellitus
 * Osteoarthritis
 * Rheumatoid Arthritis
 * Thyroid Disorders
 * Osteoporosis
 * Hormone Therapy

Class material
Disease states
 * none posted so far

Old sample tests
None posted so far.