DEHY1422

This course provides an explanation of basic pharmacology and drug use. The major focus is on drug mechanism of action, therapeutic effects, clinical uses, and adverse reactions to drugs. Dental hygiene students will learn about over the counter medications and prescription medications that appear on medical histories of dental patients.
Student Learning Outcomes:

• Identify and discuss the therapeutic uses, mechanism of action, and important pharmacokinetics for common drugs.
• Explain the role of the central nervous system, parasympathetic autonomic nervous system, and the sympathetic autonomic nervous system in drug use.
• List and describe the major pharmacologic effects, adverse reactions, and side effects associated with the drug groups.
• Describe any contraindications or precautions for various drug groups.
• Determine changes in the treatment plans that would be required for patients taking medications.
• Utilize drug references look up medications, indications and side effects.