Pharmacology & Therapeutics VI (2 hrs Lecture+1 hr Tutorial)

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Description

This course deals with the characteristics and use of drugs intended for the treatment of different types of solid tumors. It also covers drugs used to manage Psychiatric disorders including (depression, anxiety, schizophrenia…etc.). The mechanism of action of different agents commonly used for the aforementioned disorders is provided. Interactive approaches are used to familiarize the students with background information underlying the expected side effects and the interactions between these agents and other drugs, foods, or disease conditions. Emphasis will be placed on integrating epidemiology, etiology, pathophysiology, treatment options and guidelines, disease state management including the rationale of drug therapy selection, as well as addressing drug therapy related problems

Program

Bachelor of Pharmacy - PharmD

Objectives

  • 1.1 Describe the epidemiology, etiology, pathophysiology, laboratory diagnosis & clinical features of cancer and psychiatric disorders.

    1.2 Recognize the appropriate resources of information to guide therapy of the above-mentioned disorders.

    1.3 Define the goals of therapy and identify potential drug therapy related problems.

    2.1 Interpret and analyze data pertinent to laboratory results and medical history.

    2.2 Calculate and adjust dosage and dose regimen of medications.

    2.3 Prioritize the goals of therapy and review monitoring parameters outlined in the patient care plan.

    3.1 Select the appropriate drug therapy.

    3.2 Design a tailored care plan.

    3.3 Relate etiology, epidemiology, pathophysiology, laboratory diagnosis, and clinical features of cancer and Psychiatric disorders and their pharmacotherapeutic approaches.

    4.1 Demonstrate responsibility for team performance and peer evaluation of other team members, and express time management skills.

    4.2 Retrieve and critically analyze information, identify and solve problems, and work autonomously and effectively in a team.

    4.3 Use new technologies and media to demonstrate effective presentation skills.

    4.4 Practice independent learning needed for continuous professional development.

Textbook

DiPiro, J. T., Talbert, R. L., Yee, G. C., Matzke, G. R., Wells, B. G., & Posey, L. M. (2017). Pharmacotherapy: A Pathophysiologic Approach (10th ed.). McGraw-Hill Education. ISBN-13: 978-1259587481.

Course Content

content serial Description
1Introduction to CNS.(Lecture)
1Introduction to CNS.(Tutorial)
2Depression.(Lecture)
2ADHD.(Tutorial)
3Depression (cont).(Lecture)
3Depression.(Tutorial)
4Bipolar disorder.(Lecture)
4Psychosis.(Tutorial)
5Schizophrenia.(Lecture)
5Anxiety.(Tutorial)
6Anxiety disorders.(Lecture)
6Introduction to oncology.(Tutorial)
7Anxiety (cont).(Lecture)
7Dose calculation.(Tutorial)
8Introduction to cancer.(Lecture)
8Breast and endometrium cancer.(Tutorial)
9Introduction to chemotherapy.(Lecture)
9Colorectal cancer.(Tutorial)
10Breast cancer.(Lecture)
10Lung cancer.(Tutorial)
11Colcon cancer.(Lecture)
11Lung cancer (cont).(Tutorial)
12Lung cancer.(Lecture)
12Hepatocellular carcinoma.(Tutorial)
13Oncology supportive care (Antiemetics).(Lecture)
13Lymphoma.(Tutorial)
14Oncology supportive care (Pain management).(Lecture)
14Leukemia.(Tutorial)
15Oncology supportive care (Febrile Neutropenia).(Lecture)
15Leukemia (cont).(Tutorial)

Markets and Career

  • Generation, transmission, distribution and utilization of electrical power for public and private sectors to secure both continuous and emergency demands.
  • Electrical power feeding for civil and military marine and aviation utilities.
  • Electrical works in construction engineering.

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