Discussion Topic

Discussion Topic

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As an  advanced practice nurse, you must ensure the understanding of pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and pharmacotherapeutics of each drug being prescribed.

As you read and complete your coursework this week on pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and pharmacotherapeutics, connect what you are learning to a current or recent article that relates to one of the week’s topics. 

Search for a recent professional journal article or an article from a professional website in one of the following areas:

· Pharmacotherapeutics 

· Pharmacokinetics 

· Pharmacodynamics

Use public, professional, or academic sources to locate articles on your chosen topic. Sources include:

· Search tools from the  University Library :

· UpToDate

· MEDLINE Complete

· Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

Consider how this information relates to your role as an advanced practice nurse. In your response:

· Define pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and pharmacotherapeutics.

· Based on the article you have selected, describe a disease process in which the concepts defined above can be applied. 

· Identify 3 key points you would like to share with the class. Consider any ethical, legal, cultural, or social implications of the research that is relevant to clinical practice. 

Cite any references used and provide a link to the article.

Response Requirements

· By  Thursday, respond to the prompt above in a minimum of 175 words. Support your response with 1 scholarly reference.

· By  Monday, post a total of 3 substantive responses over 2 separate days for full participation. This includes your initial post and 2 replies to classmates or your faculty member supported by 1 scholarly reference per response.