Description
The course introduces students to the essential therapeutic
knowledge, principles and concepts needed for providing
pharmaceutical care to patients suffering from hepatic
disorders including viral hepatitis, pancreatitis, gastrointestinal
bleeding, peptic ulcer, gastro-esophageal reflux disease,
inflammatory bowel diseases and irritable bowel syndrome as
well as gastrointestinal symptoms including nausea, vomiting,
constipation, and diarrhea. Emphasis will be placed on
integrating epidemiology, etiology, pathophysiology, treatment
options & guidelines and disease state management.
Program
PharmD Clinical
Objectives
- By the end of the course students will be able to:
a. Knowledge and Understanding
a.1. Describe the epidemiology, etiology, pathophysiology, laboratory diagnosis & clinical features of the above-mentioned disorders.
a.2. Recognize the appropriate resources of information to guide therapy of the above-mentioned disorders.
a.3. Define the goals of therapy for the above-mentioned disorders.
b.4. Identify potential drug therapy related problems.
b. Intellectual Skills
b.1. Interpret and analyze data pertinent to laboratory results and medical history
b.2. Calculate and adjust dosage and dose regimen of medications
b.3. Prioritize the goals of therapy
b.4. Review monitoring parameters outlined in the patient care plan
c. Professional and Practical Skills
c.1. Select the appropriate drug therapy
c.2. Design a tailored care plan
c.3. Provide education to support the patient in successfully implementing the care plan
c.4. Undertake the appropriate intervention based on the patient progress
d. General and Transferable Skills
d.1. Consider ethical, cultural, legal, economic, quality of life and safety issues when making a therapeutic choice
d.2. Communicate effectively with members of the healthcare team and patients
d.3. Develop time management skills necessary to prioritize patient care
d.4. Improve critical thinking and decision-making abilities in pharmacy practice
