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Course Code: 
FHS 202
Course Period: 
Autumn
Course Type: 
Core
Theoric: 
2
Practice: 
0
Lab: 
0
Credits: 
2
ECTS: 
3
Course Language: 
English
Course Objectives: 
The aim of this course is to teach health sciences students the principles of pharmacology in addition to their basic professional competencies.
Course Content: 
The course content includes basic pharmacology (pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics) and a review of drug classes related to systems and disorders.
Course Methodology: 
1. Lecture 2. Question-answer 3. Discussion 4. Demonstration
Course Evaluation Methods: 
1. Midterm 2. Final exam

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Course Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes

Program Outcomes

Teaching Methods

Evaluation Methods

Students are expected to be able to evaluate any topic related to the principles of pharmacology and to make the necessary connections between their clinical routine and pharmacological knowledge.

1,2,3

1,2,3,10

1,2

Students are expected to be able to use their knowledge in the field of pharmacology within the scope of their own professional practice.

1,2,3

1,2,3,10

1,2

 

Course Flow

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENT

Week

Topics

Study Materials

1

Introduction to Pharmacology

Related literature

2

Pharmacodynamics

Related literature

3

Pharmacokinetics

Drug Interactions

Related literature

4

Routes of Administration

Related literature

5

Special Considerations in Pharmacology

Related literature

6

Neuropharmacology Part I: Autonomic Nervous System

Related literature

7

Neuropharmacology Part II: Autonomic Nervous System Related Drugs

Related literature

8

Midterm exam 

 

9

Neuropharmacology Part III: Central Nervous System

Related literature

10

Cardiovascular System

Related literature

11

Pain & Inflammation

Related literature

12

Drugs For Endocrine System

Antibacterial Agents

Related literature

13

Musculoskeletal System Pharmacology

Drugs Affecting the Blood

Related literature

14

Drugs Used for Allergy & Respiratory System Diseases

Related literature

15

Final exam

 

 

Recommended Sources

RECOMMENDED SOURCES

Textbook

1. Lehne’s Pharmacology for Nursing Care, 10th edition (Authors: Jacqueline Rosenjack Burchum, Laura D.  Rosenthal), Elsevier Inc.

2. Illustrated Pharmacology for Nurses, 1st edition (Authors: Terje Simonsen, Jarle Aarbakke, Ian Kay, Iain Coleman, Paul Sinnott, Roy Lysaa), Hodder Arnold.

3. Lippincott's Illustrated Reviews Series – Pharmacology, 5th edition (Authors: Richard A. Harvey, Michelle A. Clark, Richard Finkel, Jose A. Rey, Karen Whalen, Harvey, Richard A.), Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.

4. Pharmacology for Nursing Care (Author: Richard A.Lehne 3. or 4. ed.)

5. Pharmacology Overview by Drug Class (Author: Jeff Fortner, Pharm. D.)

Additional Resources

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Material Sharing

MATERIAL SHARING 

Documents

Yeditepe University YULearn

Exams

Midterm exam, Final exam

 

Assessment

EVALUATION SYSTEM

IN-TERM STUDIES

Number

PERCENTAGE

Midterm exam/s

1

40

Final exam

1

60

Total

2

100

CONTRIBUTION OF FINAL EXAMINATION TO OVERALL GRADE

 

60

CONTRIBUTION OF IN-TERM STUDIES TO OVERALL GRADE

 

40

Total

 

100

 

Course’s Contribution to Program

COURSE'S CONTRIBUTION TO PROGRAM OUTCOMES

No

Program Learning Outcomes

Contribution

1

2

3

4

5

1

Gains theoretical and practical basic knowledge, skills and attitudes in nursing. 

 

 

 

 

X

2

It meets the health care needs of the individual, family and society with an evidence-based and holistic approach, in line with the nursing process.

 

 

 

 

X

3

Takes an active role in the health care delivery team.

 

 

 

 

X

4

Performs professional practices in line with nursing values, ethical principles and relevant legislation.

 

X

 

 

 

5

Follows scientific developments in the field by using at least one foreign language effectively.

 

X

 

 

 

6

Gain the ability to communicate effectively, write reports and make presentations.

 

 

 

X

 

7

Gains the awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning.

 

 

 

X

 

8

Knows the research and publication process for the production of scientific knowledge specific to nursing and takes part in research.

 

 

X

 

 

9

Uses critical thinking and clinical decision making skills in professional practice.

 

 

X

 

 

10

Develops awareness of sensitivity to social and professional problems.

X

 

 

 

 

 

ECTS

 

ECTS ALLOCATED BASED ON STUDENT WORKLOAD BY THE COURSE DESCRIPTION

Activities

Quantity

Duration
(Hour)

Total
Workload
(Hour)

Course Duration (Including the exam week: 15x Total course hours)

15

2

30

Hours for off-the-classroom study (Pre-study, practice)

15

3

45

Midterm exam

1

1

1

Final exam

1

1

1

Total Work Load

 

 

77

Total Work Load / 25 (h)

 

 

3.08

ECTS Credit of the Course

 

 

3

 

 

 

 

 

 
2