This course builds on the acquired knowl- edge of basic pharmacology and is designed to enhance comprehension and integrate application of knowledge into safe and effective medi - cation administration. Emphasis is provided in areas such as: specific pharmacologic effects and category, cellular or mechanism of action, therapeutic response, major side effects and adverse effects, patient assessment needed prior to medication administration, patient education, and other special nursing implications. The course content is developed to increase the learners’ degree of understanding related to medications and to decrease the errors associated with the administration of medications. The learners have previously demonstrated competency in preparing and administering medications via all routes. The administration of medication is integrated throughout the curriculum with the study of disorders of specific body systems. Prerequisites: NUR 1020C/L, NUR 1280 C/L, NUR 1141, BSC 2086C/L,PSY 2012. Co-requisites: NUR 1211C/L, MCB 2010C/L