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Pharmacology for Nurses (NUR 327)

Term: Academic Year 2025-2026 Spring Term

Faculty

Melynda Thelen
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Melynda (Lynde) Thelen, PhD, MSN, RN, CHSE

Office: Jeschke 205 

Phone: 605-331-6876

Office/Tutor Hours: Weds & Fri 1pm - 3pm

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Schedule

Wed-Fri, 9:00 AM - 10:50 AM (1/13/2026 - 5/1/2026) Location: MAIN JESCH JE205

Description

This course builds knowledge for nursing practice by introducint pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics and pharmacogenomics. The content builds upon previous learning in the areas of math, anatomy, physiology and chemistry. Classifications of medications, their mechanisms of action, drug effects, indications, adverse reactions and nursing implications are discussed regarding safe medication administration. (4 s.h.)