Course Outcome Summary 2026-27

NURS 2230 Semester 1 Pharmacology

Course Information

Course information
Course Number NURS 2230
Course Title Semester 1 Pharmacology
Description This course provides students the opportunity to learn pharmacology concepts and biological influences on body systems. Drug classifications will provide the foundation for learning medications within groups including desired and undesired effects. Standards for safe practice will be identified. Students will use the nursing process for medication management. Use of current pharmacology and technology resources will be identified. (Prerequisite: Acceptance into Nursing Program is required in order to register for Nursing Courses)
Total Credits 2
Total Hours 32
Types of Instruction: instruction type, credits, and hours
Instruction Type Credits and Hours
Lecture 2 Credits, 32 Hours

Pre/Corequisites

Prerequisite: Acceptance into Nursing Program is required in order to register for Nursing Courses

Institutional Core Competencies

Course Competencies

  1. Explain concepts of pharmacology including biological influences.
  2. Describe pharmacology standards for safe practice.
  3. Identify drug classifications and their associated medications.
  4. Predict desired and undesired effects of prescribed and non-prescribed medications.
  5. Use the nursing process for medication management including factors that contribute to or threaten health.
  6. Recognize the importance of using current pharmacology and technology resources.

SCC Accessibility Statement

South Central College strives to make all learning experiences as accessible as possible. If you have a disability and need accommodations for access to this class, contact the Academic Support Center to request and discuss accommodations.

North Mankato: Room B-132, (507) 389-7222; Faribault: Room A-116, (507) 332-7222.

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