2014-2015 Graduate Academic Catalog

Page 58 2014–15 Graduate and Adult Programs Academic Catalog Graduate-Level Course Descriptions PHAR-7354 – PHAR-7482 PHAR-7354 Special Populations Module 2 hours This course prepares the student to manage therapy of patients with special medication needs (e.g., geriatrics, pediatrics). The course focuses on the application of principles through team-based learning. This is complemented with learning in small-group settings, simulation and demonstration labs, and expert consultations in a team-taught, multidisciplinary environment. The course vertically integrates pharmacology, medicinal chemistry, pharmacokinetics, anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology, therapeutics, patient assessment, epidemiology, and administrative and psycho-social-behavioral issues involved in patient care. Over-the-counter, prescription, herbal and non- traditional therapies, and non-drug therapies are specifically included.. Prerequisites: PHAR-6111 Research Design and Methodology; PHAR-6130 Medicinal Biochemistry; PHAR- 6131 Pharmaceutical Sciences I; PHAR-6132 Pharmaceutical Sciences II; PHAR-6133 Genetics and Pharmacogenomics; PHAR-6134 Pharmacokinetics and Biopharmaceutics; PHAR- 6150 Drug Information and Informatics. PHAR-7355 Capstone 5 hours The focus of this course is to apply the material learned in the Disease Modules to describe, optimize and critique drug therapy in complex patient cases in a variety of practice settings. The student will present this information in writing and verbally throughout the course. The activities will include case presentations, review, analysis and application of the literature, and written papers. Students will be required to demonstrate proficiency in patient assessment, medication history, patient counseling and communication skills through simulated patient care settings. Prerequisites: P3 in good standing in the School of Pharmacy; PHAR-6251 Cardiology Module; PHAR-6252 Renal and Gastrointestinal Module; PHAR-6253 Pulmonology Module; PHAR-6254 Infectious Disease and Immunology Module; PHAR- 6255 Endocrinology and Dermatology Module; PHAR-6260 Patient Care and Safety; PHAR-7351 Neurology and Psychiatry Module; PHAR-7352 Oncology and Palliative Care Module; PHAR-7353 Leadership and Business Module; PHAR-7354 Special Populations Module; PHAR-7375 Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience V. PHAR-7360 Pharmacognosy and Herbal Medicines 2 hours This course will examine commonly used nutraceutical supplements and botanical preparations. Currently approved drugs that were discovered from natural sources as well as drugs that are based on naturally occurring compounds will be explored. The course will explore the safety, standardization, and effectiveness of these medicinal products and the potential for drug-drug interactions associated with these agents. Prerequisite: good standing in P1 and P2 years of the School of Pharmacy or by approval of the instructor. PHAR-7375 1 hour Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience V Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experiences (IPPE) in the first year of the professional curriculum are designed to provide opportunities for students to practice technical pharmacy skills in either community or institutional settings. Students in IPPE will meet with an assigned preceptor for a four-hour period throughout the semester, totaling 52 contact hours. Students will demonstrate core practice skills; communication, calculations, ethics, medication safety, managing resources, wellness, health promotion, technology, informatics, and critical thinking. Prerequisites: entrance into the P1 portion of the professional curriculum. PHAR-7376 1 hour Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience VI Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experiences (IPPE) in the first year of the professional curriculum are designed to provide opportunities for students to practice technical pharmacy skills in either community or institutional settings. Students in IPPE will meet with an assigned preceptor for a four-hour period throughout the semester, totaling 52 contact hours. Students will demonstrate core practice skills; communication, calculations, ethics, medication safety, managing resources, wellness, health promotion, technology, informatics, and critical thinking. Prerequisites: entrance into the P1 portion of the professional curriculum. PHAR-7380 Clinical Toxicology 2 hours This course will cover the basic principles of toxicology, focusing of toxic responses of select organ systems and patient populations. The course will also address some of the major classes of non-pharmacological toxicants, including pesticides and metals. In addition, the course will provide background on the role of the poison control center and the role of regulatory toxicology for human health. Prerequisites: good standing in P2 year, PHAR-6130 Medicinal Biochemistry, PHAR-6132 Pharmaceutical Sciences II, and PHAR-6150 Drug Information and Informatics. PHAR-7385 Holistic Diabetes Management 2 hours This course is designed to provide learners with enhanced education on diabetes topics. Emphasis is placed on current approaches to the medical management of patients with diabetes as well as the role of interdisciplinary approaches to diabetes aducation and coaching/case management. Prerequisites: good standing in P1 and P2 years of the school of Pharmacy or by approval of the instructor. (Fee: $30) PHAR-7481 4 hours Advanced Institutional Experience I Advanced Institutional Experience I is a required experiential rotation in the Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience (APPE) sequence. Advanced Institutional Experience I is designed to foster the development of the knowledge, skills, abilities, attitudes, and values of a pharmacist in an institutional pharmacy practice setting. APPE’s are full-time and are conducted under pharmacist- preceptors who provide supervision and monitoring. Advanced experiences emphasize the need for continuity of care throughout the health care delivery system, including the availability and sharing of information regarding a patient’s condition, medications, and other therapies. Prerequisites: entrance into the P1 portion of the professional curriculum. PHAR-7482 4 hours Advanced Community Experience I Advanced Community Experience I is a required experiential rotation in the Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience (APPE) sequence. Advanced Community Experience I is designed to foster the development of the knowledge, skills, abilities, attitudes, and values of a pharmacist in an institutional pharmacy practice setting. APPE’s are full-time and are conducted under pharmacist- preceptors who provide supervision and monitoring. Advanced experiences emphasize the need for continuity of care throughout the health care delivery system, including the availability and sharing of information regarding a patient’s condition, medications, and other therapies. Prerequisites: P4 year in good standing.