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5481 (v.5) Geriatric Pharmacology 527



 

Area:School of Pharmacy
Contact Hours:4.0
Credits:25.0
Lecture:1 x 2 Hours Weekly
Clinical Practice:1 x 2 Hours Weekly
Prerequisite(s):6079 (v.6) Clinical Pharmacy 527 or any previous version
Co Requisite(s):6030 (v.6) Clinical Pharmacy 528
Theories of ageing. Age related changes in tissues and organ systems. Common systems and diseases encountered in the elderly, and their management. Determinants of altered drug responsiveness and dosage decisions. The identification, evaluation, management and prevention of adverse drug reactions. Demography of the aged. Relevant social services. The pharmacist in extended care and nursing home care of the aged.

 
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