NURS 9860 Pharmacotherapeutics in Nurse Anesthesia Practice
This course is a study of pharmacotherapy as applied to nurse anesthesia practice. Chemistry and biochemistry form the foundation of the pharmacokinetic, pharmacodynamic, and pharmacogenomic principles discussed. Medications common to nurse anesthesia practice are presented, and individualized drug selection is emphasized. Instructor and student-led simulation experiences provide the opportunity to apply theory to practice involving complex decision-making.
Course overview
- Department
- Nursing
- School
- CSON
- Credits
- 3
- Level
- Graduate
- Offered
- Every Spring
Course evaluations
- Course rating
- 4.47 / 5 · Very Good
- Instructor rating
- 4.66 / 5 · Excellent
- Terms evaluated
- 5
| Term | Instructor | Course overall | Instructor overall | Well organized | Clear learning objectives | Intellectually challenging | Helpful assignments | Applicable beyond course | Attendance necessary | Weekly effort | Responses |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2025 | Susan Emery | 4.2 | 4.5 | 4.3 | 4.6 | 4.9 | 4.5 | 4.9 | 4.7 | 10+ hrs/week | 22 of 23 |
| Fall 2024 | Susan Emery | 4.6 | 4.7 | 4.5 | 4.7 | 4.8 | 4.7 | 4.8 | 4.6 | 10+ hrs/week | 19 of 22 |
| Spring 2024 | Susan Emery | 4.2 | 4.6 | 4.6 | 4.5 | 5.0 | 4.8 | 5.0 | 4.8 | 10+ hrs/week | 19 of 19 |
| Spring 2023 | Susan Emery | 4.9 | 4.9 | 4.9 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 4.9 | 5.0 | 4.9 | 10+ hrs/week | 17 of 19 |
| Spring 2022 | Susan Emery | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 10+ hrs/week | 2 of 17 |