Unit 1: Lesson 1: Pharmacokinetics 

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:

• Define Pharmacokinetics, Pharmacodynamics, Absorption, Distribution, Metabolism, Excretion
• Explain the First pass effect
• Detail the routes of drug administration
• Explain body-related factors affecting distribution
• Explain phases of metabolism 
• Describe the factors affecting metabolism
• Explain the routes of excretion
• Discuss life span considerations for absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion

Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 3 hours.

Required Learning Resources and Activities

Unit 1: Lesson 2.1: Pharmacodynamics

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:

• Define Pharmacodynamics
• Describe Mechanism of Action; Agonists vs Antagonist effects of drugs
• Explain Brand names vs Generic vs Over the counter medications
• Discuss CAM related medications and the nurse’s role in safety
• Explain how drugs are named including classes, suffixes, and routes

Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 1 hour and 42 minutes.

Required Learning Resources and Activities

Unit 1: Lesson 2.2: Principles of Drug Response

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:

• Define the principles of Efficacy and Dose response
• Explain the principles of:
• - Peak, Onset and, Duration
• - Half-Life and Steady State
• Identify the nurse's role in understanding these principles

Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Required Learning Resources and Activities

Unit 1: Lesson 2.3: Therapeutic Effects

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:

• Define Therapeutic Window, Peak, Trough, and Therapeutic Index
• Describe therapeutic blood level testing and evaluation of drugs
• Discuss the nurse’s role in evaluating medications

Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 1 hour and 15 minutes.

Required Learning Resources and Activities

Unit 2: Lesson 1.1 Bacteria

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:

• Explain the difference between normal and pathogenic bacteria
• Describe tests used to identify pathogens
• Provide examples of infections
• Define broad vs narrow spectrum antibiotics
• Explain the mechanism of superinfection

Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 1 hour and 22 minutes.

Required Learning Resources and Activities

Unit 2: Lesson 1.2 Antimicrobial Administration

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:

• Identify therapeutic drug effects considerations
• Describe the types of drug interactions
• Describe nurse's role in administering antimicrobials

Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 1 hour and 56 minutes.

Required Learning Resources and Activities

Unit 2: Lesson 2.1 Penicillin

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:

• Define Penicillin
• Explain the mechanisms of action, indications, and side effects of Penicillin
• Explain the nurse's role in administration and education for Penicillin

Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 1 hour and 21 minutes.

Required Learning Resources and Activities

Unit 2: Lesson 2.2 Cephalosporins

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:

• Define Cephalosporins
• Explain the mechanisms of action, indications, and side effects of Cephalosporins
• Explain the nurse's role in administration and education for Cephalosporins

Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 1 hour and 20 minutes.

Required Learning Resources and Activities

Unit 2: Lesson 2.3 Carbapenems

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:

• Define Carbapenems
• Explain the mechanisms of action, indications, and side effects of Carbapenems
• Explain the nurse's role in administration and education for Carbapenems

Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 1 hour and 17 minutes.

Required Learning Resources and Activities

Unit 2: Lesson 2.4 Monobactams

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:

• Define Monobactams
• Explain the mechanisms of action, indications, and side effects of Monobactams
• Explain the nurse's role in administration and education for Monobactams

Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 1 hour and 2 minutes.

Required Learning Resources and Activities

Unit 2: Lesson 2.5 Sulfonamides

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:

• Define Sulfonamides
• Explain the mechanisms of action, indications, and side effects of Sulfonamides
• Explain the nurse's role in administration and education for Sulfonamides

Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 1 hour and 23 minutes.

Required Learning Resources and Activities

Unit 2: Lesson 2.6 Fluoroquinolones

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:

• Define Fluoroquinolones
• Explain the mechanisms of action, indications, and side effects of Fluoroquinolones
• Explain the nurse's role in administration and education for Fluoroquinolones

Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 1 hour and 14 minutes.

Required Learning Resources and Activities

Unit 2: Lesson 2.7 Macrolides

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:

• Define Macrolides
• Explain the mechanisms of action, indications, and side effects of Macrolides
• Explain the nurse's role in administration and education for Macrolides

Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 1 hour and 18 minutes.

Required Learning Resources and Activities

Unit 2: Lesson 2.8 Aminoglycosides

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:

• Define Aminoglycosides
• Explain the mechanisms of action, indications, and side effects of Aminoglycosides
• Explain the nurse's role in administration and education for Aminoglycosides

Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 1 hour and 10 minutes.

Required Learning Resources and Activities

Unit 2: Lesson 2.9 Tetracyclines

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:

• Define Tetracyclines
• Explain the mechanisms of action, indications, and side effects of Tetracyclines
• Explain the nurse's role in administration and education for Tetracyclines

Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 1 hour and 15 minutes.

Required Learning Resources and Activities

Unit 2: Lesson 2.10 Antivirals

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:

• Define Antivirals
• Explain the mechanisms of action, indications, and side effects of Antivirals
• Explain the nurse's role in administration and education for Antivirals

Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 1 hour and 35 minutes.

Required Learning Resources and Activities

Unit 2: Lesson 2.11 Antifungals

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:

• Define Antifungals
• Explain the mechanisms of action, indications, and side effects of Antifungals
• Explain the nurse's role in administration and education for Antifungals

Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 1 hour and 22 minutes.

Required Learning Resources and Activities

Unit 2: Lesson 2.12 Antimalarials

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:

• Define Antimalarials
• Explain the mechanisms of action, indications, and side effects of Antimalarials
• Explain the nurse's role in administration and education for Antimalarials

Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 1 hour and 20 minutes.

Required Learning Resources and Activities

Unit 2: Lesson 2.13 Antiprotozoals

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:

• Define Antiprotozoals
• Explain the mechanisms of action, indications, and side effects of Antiprotozoals
• Explain the nurse's role in administration and education for Antiprotozoals

Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 1 hour and 13 minutes.

Required Learning Resources and Activities

Unit 2: Lesson 2.14 Anthelmintics

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:

• Define Antihelmintics
• Explain the mechanisms of action, indications, and side effects of Antihelmintics
• Explain the nurse's role in administration and education for Antihelmintics

Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 1 hour and 14 minutes.

Required Learning Resources and Activities

Unit 2: Lesson 2.15 Antituberculars 

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:

• Define Antituberculars 
• Explain the mechanisms of action, indications, and side effects of Antituberculars 
• Explain the nurse's role in administration and education for Antituberculars 

Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 1 hour and 20 minutes.

Required Learning Resources and Activities

Unit 2: Lesson 2.16 Glycopeptides

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:

• Define Glycopeptides
• Explain the mechanisms of action, indications, and side effects of Glycopeptides
• Explain the nurse's role in administration and education for Glycopeptides

Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute):  1 hour and 3 minutes.

Required Learning Resources and Activities

Unit 3: Lesson 1: Autonomic Nervous System (ANS)

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:

• Review the concepts of ANS 
• Explain the nurse's role in administration
• List classifications of ANS medications and their mechanisms of action, indications, nursing considerations, side effects, education needs, and alerts

Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 4 hours.

Required Learning Resources and Activities

Unit 3: Lesson 2: Respiratory System

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:

• Describe common disorders of the respiratory system
• Describe the nurse's role in administering medications
• Describe the mechanisms of action, indications, nursing considerations, side effects, education needs, and alerts for the following classifications of respiratory medications
• - Antihistamines
• - Decongestants
• - Antitussives
• - Expectorants
• - Beta-2 Agonists
• - Anticholinergics
• - Corticosteroids
• - Leukotriene
• - Receptor Antagonists
• - Xanthine Derivatives

Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 3 hours.

Required Learning Resources and Activities

Unit 3: Lesson 3: Cardiovascular & Renal System

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:

• Identify the basic functions of the Cardiovascular (CV) and Renal systems
• Identify common disorders of the CV and Renal systems
• Describe the nurse's role in administering medications for the CV and Renal systems
• Describe the mechanism of action, indications, nursing considerations, side effects, education needs, and special alerts of the following medications:
• - Antiarrhythmics
• - Cardiac Glycosides
• - Antianginal (Nitrates)
• - Diuretics
• - Antihypertensives
• - Antilipemics
• - Blood Coagulation Modifiers
• - Erectile Agents.

Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 3 hours.

Required Learning Resources and Activities

Unit 3: Lesson 4: Gastrointestinal System

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:

• Explain the basic functions and common disorders of the Gastrointestinal (GI) system
• Identify common disorders of the GI system
• Discuss the nurse's role in administering medications for the GI system
• Describe the mechanism of action, indications, nursing considerations, side effects, education needs, and alerts of the following:
• - Antiulcer Medications
• - Antidiarrheal Medications
• - Laxatives
• - Antiemetics

Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 4 hours.

Required Learning Resources and Activities

Unit 3: Lesson 5: Central Nervous System

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:

• Describe the basic functions and common disorders of the Central Nervous System (CNS)
• Identify common disorders of the CNS
• Explain the nurse's role in administering medications for the CNS
• Describe the mechanism of action, indications, nursing considerations, side effects, education needs, and alerts for the following: 
• - CNS Depressants
• - CNS Stimulants
• - Antidepressants
• - Anti Manias
• - Antipsychotics
• - Anticonvulsants
• - Anti-Parkinson's Medications

Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 4 hours.

Required Learning Resources and Activities

Unit 3: Lesson 6: Endocrine System

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:

• Describe the basic functions and common disorders of the Endocrine system
• Identify common disorders of the Endocrine system
• Explain the nurse's role in administering medications for the Endocrine system
• Describe the mechanism of action, indications, nursing considerations, side effects, education needs, and alerts for the following: 
• - Corticosteroids
• - Antidiabetics
• - Thyroid Medications
• - Hormonal Contraceptives

Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 4 hours and 30 minutes.

Required Learning Resources and Activities

Unit 3: Lesson 7: Analgesic & Musculoskeletal System

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:

• Explain the basic functions of the Musculoskeletal (MS) system
• Identify common disorders of the MS system
• Discuss the nurse's role in administering medications for the MS system
• Describe the mechanism of action, indications, nursing considerations, side effects, education needs, and alerts for the following: 
• - Nonopioid Analgesics
• - Opioid Analgesics and Antagonists
• - Adjuvant Analgesics
• - Anti Gout Medications
• - Antimigraine Medications
• - Anesthetics

Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 3 hours.

Required Learning Resources and Activities

Unit 4: Lesson 1: Ethical and Legal Concepts in Medication Administration

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:

• Identify key legal and ethical concepts in medication administration
• Identify ethical and professional standards to ensure safe and effective medication administration
• Describe the ANA Code of Ethics and the State Nurse Practice Act
• Apply the nursing process (ADOPIE) to medication administration

Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 2 hours.

Required Learning Resources and Activities

Unit 4: Lesson 2: Legal Foundations and National Guidelines

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:

• Identify national guidelines for safe medication practices
• Describe the role of PDMP and professional assistance programs

Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 2 hours.

Required Learning Resources and Activities

Unit 4: Lesson 3: Cultural and Social Determinants

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:

• Assess cultural and social determinants affecting medication administration
• Identify culturally congruent practices
• Describe ways to improve health literacy

Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 1 hour and 10 minutes.

Required Learning Resources and Activities

Unit 4: Lesson 4: Preventing Medication Errors

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:

• Identify common causes of medication errors
• Identify strategies to prevent medication errors
• Describe safety initiatives that help ensure safe transitions of care

Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 1 hour and 40 minutes.

Required Learning Resources and Activities

Unit 5: Lesson 1: Oral Medication Administration

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:

• Explain the advantages and disadvantages of oral medications
• Describe the steps to administering an oral medication
• Explain the nursing implications for oral medication administration

Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 1 hour and 17 minutes.

Required Learning Resources and Activities

Unit 5: Lesson 2: Sublingual and Buccal Administration

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:

• Explain the advantages and disadvantages of sublingual and buccal administration
• Describe the steps to administer sublingual and buccal medications
• Explain the nursing implications for sublingual and buccal administration

Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 1 hour and 15 minutes.

Required Learning Resources and Activities

Unit 5: Lesson 3: Nasal Spray Administration

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:

• Explain the advantages and disadvantages of nasal spray administration
• Describe the steps to administer nasal sprays
• Explain the nursing implications for nasal spray administration

Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 1 hour and 10 minutes.

Required Learning Resources and Activities

Unit 5: Lesson 4: Parenteral Medication Administration

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:

• Describe the types of parenteral medications
• Explain the advantages and disadvantages of each type of parenteral medication administration
• Outline the steps to administer each type of parenteral medications
• Explain the nursing implications for each type of parenteral medication administration

Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 3 hours.

Required Learning Resources and Activities

Unit 5: Lesson 5: Transdermal Medication Administration

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:

• Explain the advantages and disadvantages of transdermal medication administration
• Outline the steps to administer transdermal medication
• Explain the nursing implications for transdermal medication administration

Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 1 hour.

Required Learning Resources and Activities

Unit 5: Lesson 6: Cutaneous Medication Administration

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:

• Explain the advantages and disadvantages of cutaneous medication administration
• Outline the steps to administer cutaneous medication
• Explain the nursing implications for transdermal medication administration

Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 1 hour and 20 minutes.

Required Learning Resources and Activities

Unit 5: Lesson 7: Vaginal & Rectal Medication Administration

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:

• Explain the advantages and disadvantages of vaginal and rectal medication administration
• Outline the steps to administer vaginal and rectal medications
• Explain the nursing implications for vaginal and rectal medication administration

Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 1 hour and 40 minutes.

Required Learning Resources and Activities

Unit 6: Lesson 1: Systems of Measurement and Conversion Factors

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:

• Explain the different systems of measurement: 
• - Apothecary system
• - Household system
• - Metric system
• Calculate the conversions between systems of measurement

Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Required Learning Resources and Activities

Unit 6: Lesson 2: Drug Labels and Precautions

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:

• Identify the components of a drug label
• Identify the nursing precautions required for interpreting drug labels

Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 2 hours and 15 minutes.

Required Learning Resources and Activities

Unit 6: Lesson 3: Drug Calculations

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:

• Explain and demonstrate calculation methods: 
• - Basic Formula (Desire over Have) 
• - Ratio and Proportion
• - Dimensional Analysis
• - Body Weight Method 
• - Body Surface Area Method
• - Pediatric Drug Calculations
• Provide an example of how each calculation method is used
• Explain when and how to round medication doses
• Provide examples of rounding doses for each of the above formula method

Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 2 hours.

Required Learning Resources and Activities

Unit 6: Lesson 4: Intravenous (IV) Calculations

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:

• Define the principles of intravenous medication administration
• Explain the methods for calculating IV flow rates
• Demonstrate the calculation of IV drip rates using:
• - Formula method
• - Ratio and proportion method
• Calculate IV infusion times
• Identify factors affecting IV flow rates
• Provide examples of common IV calculation scenarios and solutions
• Discuss the nurse's role in monitoring and adjusting IV therapy

Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 1 hour and 8 minutes.

Required Learning Resources and Activities