PHRM 768 - Geriatric Pharmacotherapy

Prerequisites, PHRM 501, PHRM 511, PHRM 531, PHRM 622, PHRM 622L, PHRM 631, PHRM 641, doctor of pharmacy major. This course is designed to bring awareness of the spectrum of healthcare needs of the elderly with a focus on pharmacotherapy in the aging population. Focus of the course will be on understanding how aging changes drug pharmacokinetics/pharmacodynamics, choosing appropriate therapy in response to common geriatric conditions, adapting communication strategies, promoting wellness, and preventing poor outcomes. (Offered every year.) 1 credit