This course examines the nurse's role in medication administration and usage. The course will also increase the student's knowledge of categories of medications and their effects upon various populations. It will enable the student to determine and evaluate the educational and patient care goals regarding medication administration. The student will learn to use information technology to stay current with new drugs and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure quality patient-centered care. Corequisite: NURS 226. (F;S;SS)