MPAS 542 - Clinical Pharmacology II (2)

As the last course in a three-course sequence, students will continue to build on knowledge and skills obtained in MPAS 502, Principles of Clinical Pharmacology, and MPAS 522, Clinical Pharmacology I, in deepening their understanding of the application of pharmacotherapeutics to disease processes. The use of pharmacological agents to treat a variety of conditions will continue to be addressed, including mechanism of action, drug categories, drug classifications, drug-drug interactions, indications, and contraindications. Issues concerning the specific patient populations of pediatric and geriatrics will be emphasized. Interpretation of medical literature will use evidence-based medicine and best practices. Spring