PHAR 714 Advanced Self-care

This elective course builds on the foundational concepts of self-care.  Students will apply the literature and their knowledge of non-prescription medications, dietary supplements, and natural products to patient self-care case vignette.  The focus of the course is on medical conditions related to the gastrointestinal, respiratory, sensory (ophthalmic/otic/oral), integumentary and reproductive systems Medical issues such as musculoskeletal pain, headaches, and injuries, as well as health maintenance and mental health will also be addressed.  

Credits

2

Prerequisite

PHAR 609 and first-year of coursework

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