The course is included in these curricula and study modules
Hagel 2001 - 2004 - Geriatrics, geriatric care and rehabilitation
Level/category
Teaching language
English
Type of course
Compulsory
Recommended year of study
2
Total number of ECTS
1 cr
Learning outcomes
On completion of the course the student will demonstrate knowledge of the basics in drug administration and calculation.
Course contents
Introduction to the course
Historical background
Key concepts
Administering different types of drugs
- giving oral drugs
- giving sublingual drugs
- giving rectal drugs
- giving vaginal drugs
- giving nasal drugs
- giving ophtalmic drugs
- giving otic drugs
- inhalations
- applying topical drugs
Administering different types of drugs cont.
Labels
Prescriptions, generic substitutes
Nonprescription drugs/over-the-counter medications
Pharmaca Fennica
- what is Pharmaca Fennica?
- Indication, contraindication and interaction
Legislation
Giving medication to the client/patient/older person
- institutional systems
- medication reminder systems
Side-effects, slight symptoms-severe reactions
Allergic reactions, anaphylaxis
Drug therapy in the elderly
Introduction to dosage calculation
Dosage calculation
The problems of drug therapy in the elderly
Recommended or required reading
Norris J. et al. (ed.). 1996. Giving medications. Springhouse Corporation. Pennsylvania.
Articles and handouts
Study activities
- Lectures
- Exercises
- Individual work
Workload
- Total workload of the course: 0 hours
- Of which autonomous studies: 0 hours
- Of which scheduled studies: 0 hours
Mode of Delivery
Participation in tuition
Assessment methods
Written tests
Examiner
Dahl Birgitta
Group size
No limit
Assignments valid until
Until further notice
The timetable of the course
Schedule:
18.10.05 10.15-12.00
20.10.05 09.15-11.00
21.10.05 09.15-11.00
25.10.05 10.15-12.00
26.10.05 10.15-12.00
27.10.05 09.15-11.00
08.11.05 10.15-12.00
10.11.05 09.15-12.00
EXAM 24.11.05 09.15-11.15
re-exam:
1) 13.1.05
2) 17.2.05