The NAPNES Certification in Pharmacology (NCP)
This certification program introduces LPNs/LVNs to the principles of pharmacology and medication administration. Drug classifications, medication assessment, procedures for administration, and dosage calculations of medications including a comprehensive review of mathematics used in nursing are covered.
The NAPNES Certification in Pharmacology (NCP) has been helping LPNs/LVNs be successful for 30+ years!
The NCP allows LPNs/LVNs to measure their pharmacology knowledge through successful exam completion.Ā NAPNES offers this national, post-licensure credential that many employers require as it shows dedication to safe medication administration practices. Medical math and dosages/calculations areĀ an integral component of this certification program.
Course Features
- Lectures 61
- Quizzes 0
- Duration 26 weeks
- Skill level All levels
- Students 88
- Assessments Yes
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IMPORTANT course information.
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Study Skills
Review of study skills. This is optional - NOT required.
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Unit 1/Module 1: General Principles of Pharmacology
Chapters 1-4
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Unit 2/Module 2: Pharmacology and the Role of the LP/VN
Chapters 11-13
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Unit 2/Module 3: Pharmacology and the Role of the LP/VN
Chapter 14
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Quarter Exam 1 (Units 1-2)
Covers Units 1 & 2 / Modules 1-3
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Unit 3/Module 4: Drug Therapy Affecting the Nervous System
Chapters 20 & 21
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Unit 3/Module 5: Drug Therapy Affecting the Nervous System
Chapters 25 & 26
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Unit 3/Module 6: Drug Therapy Affecting the Nervous System
Chapters 22 & 23
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Unit 3/Module 7: Drug Therapy Affecting the Nervous System
Chapters 27 & 28
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Quarter Exam 2 (Unit 3)
Covers Unit 3 / Modules 4-7
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Unit 4/Module 8: Drug Therapy Affecting Kidney and Body Fluid Composition
Chapters 43 & 16
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Unit 5/Module 9: Drug Therapy Affecting the Cardiovascular System
Chapters 42 & 44
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Unit 5/Module 10: Drug Therapy Affecting the Cardiovascular System
Chapters 45 & 46
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Unit 6/Module 11: Drug Therapy in Infection
Chapters 29-31
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Unit 6/Module 12: Drug Therapy in Infection
Chapters 32-34
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Quarter Exam 3 (Units 4-6)
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Unit 7/Module 13: Drug Therapy in Cancer
Chapters 37-39
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Unit 8/Module 14: Drug Therapy Affecting the Gastrointestinal System and Nutrition
Chapters 15, 47-48
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Unit 9/Module 15: Drug Therapy Affecting Respiratory Function
Chapters 40 & 41
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Unit 10/Module 16: Drug Therapy Affecting Endocrine and Reproductive Function
Chapters 51 & 52
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Quarter Exam 4 (Units 7-10)
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Final Exam (ALL Units)