What This Document Is
This document is a concept guide designed to prepare students in Fortis College’s PHARM 201 Pharmacology course for their third exam. It focuses on key medications, dosage calculations, and essential lab value correlations frequently tested in the course. It’s a condensed review of important details, not a comprehensive textbook replacement.
Why This Document Matters
This guide is crucial for students actively studying for the Pharmacology Exam 3. It’s most valuable when used *in conjunction with* course lectures, textbooks, and other assigned materials. It serves as a focused review tool to identify areas needing further study and to reinforce understanding of critical drug information. Students who utilize this guide alongside their existing study methods will be better prepared to demonstrate their knowledge on the exam.
Common Limitations or Challenges
This concept guide is *not* a substitute for a thorough understanding of pharmacology principles. It provides highlights and connections, but doesn’t offer in-depth explanations of disease states or detailed mechanisms of action. It’s a review, assuming prior learning. It also doesn’t include practice questions or a complete listing of all possible drug interactions.
What This Document Provides
This guide includes:
* Key dosage calculation reminders (lb to kg conversion, mg to g conversion, calculating mL from dose ordered and on hand).
* Important lab value associations for specific drugs (Digoxin & Potassium, Statin drugs & Liver Function).
* Critical side effects and contraindications for medications like Amiodarone, Coumadin, Sildenafil, and Furosemide.
* Information on emergency protocols (Nitroprusside for hypertensive emergencies).
* Details regarding anticoagulants, Vitamin K, and reversal agents.
* Specific considerations for medications given via IV, SQ, or sustained release.
* Information on anemia and related medications (Epoetin alpha, Ferrous Sulfate).
This preview does *not* include detailed explanations of pharmacodynamics, complete drug interaction lists, or practice exam questions. It does not provide step-by-step instructions for calculations.