Pharmacology for Nurses & Paramedics

About Course

The Pharmacology for Nurses & Paramedics course is designed to provide a strong foundation in drug classification, mechanisms of action, therapeutic uses, and safety practices. Tailored for healthcare professionals and students, this course emphasizes practical applications of pharmacology in real clinical scenarios.

With a focus on essential drug groups, drug administration routes, and the principles of pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics, learners gain the confidence to handle medications safely and effectively. Through case studies, flowcharts, and interactive quizzes, the course simplifies complex drug concepts and connects them to patient care responsibilities.

This course also addresses critical topics such as adverse drug reactions, emergency antidotes, and the legal and ethical aspects of medication handling. By combining theory with real-world examples, it equips nurses and paramedical staff with the knowledge needed to excel in both academic exams and day-to-day clinical practice.

Understand the fundamentals of pharmacology, including drug sources, forms, and administration routes.
Gain in-depth knowledge of pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics for safe and effective drug use.
Identify major drug classes such as antibiotics, analgesics, cardiovascular, respiratory, and endocrine drugs.
Recognize adverse drug reactions, toxicology principles, and emergency antidote management.
Learn accurate dosage calculations, prescription reading, and safe medication practices.
Apply pharmacological concepts through real-life nursing and paramedical case studies.
Stay updated on drug laws, regulatory guidelines, and ethical aspects of medication handling.
Strengthen exam preparation for nursing, paramedical entrance tests, and job-oriented assessments.

Course Content

Introduction to Pharmacology

What is Pharmacology?
Sources and Nature of Drugs
Dosage Forms and Drug Nomenclature
Routes of Drug Administration
Factors Affecting Drug Action
Drug Storage and Safety Guidelines

About Course

What Will You Learn?

Course Content

Introduction to Pharmacology

What is Pharmacology?

Sources and Nature of Drugs

Dosage Forms and Drug Nomenclature

Routes of Drug Administration

Factors Affecting Drug Action

Drug Storage and Safety Guidelines

Principles of Drug Action and Processing

Absorption, Distribution, Metabolism, and Excretion

Drug Receptor Interactions

Onset, Peak, and Duration of Drug Action

Half-Life and Steady-State Concepts

Therapeutic Index and Drug Monitoring

Drug Interactions & Food-Drug Interactions

Autonomic Nervous System Drugs

Overview of the Autonomic Nervous System

Adrenergic Drugs (Agonists & Antagonists)

Cholinergic Drugs (Agonists & Antagonists)

Clinical Applications of ANS Drugs

Nursing Considerations for ANS Medications

Major Drug Classes

Antibiotics & Antimicrobials

Antiviral & Antifungal Agents

Pain Management – Analgesics

Antipyretics & Anti-inflammatory Drugs

Cardiovascular Drugs

Respiratory Drugs

Endocrine Drugs

Drug Side Effects & Toxicology

Adverse Drug Reactions (ADR) – Types & Causes

Drug Allergies and Anaphylaxis Management

Drug Overdose and Poisoning

Emergency Antidotes

Role of Nurses in Monitoring and Reporting Adverse Drug Reactions (ADRs)

Clinical Pharmacology & Case Studies

Medication Administration & Dose Calculations

Drug Charting and Prescription Reading

Case Study: Managing Hypertension with Multiple Drugs

Case Study: Infection Control with Antibiotics

Case Study: Pain and Fever Management

Legal & Ethical Aspects in Pharmacology

Drug Laws & Regulatory Authorities (FDA, CDSCO)

Prescription Rules and Schedule Drugs

Ethical Use of Medications

Safe Medication Administration Practices

Nursing Roles in Drug Safety & Patient Education

Course Completion Assessment

Exam Section: True or False Self-Assessment Quiz

Exam Section: Multiple Choice Self-Assessment Quiz