PRX 1132 - Drug Information

2 Credit Hours

This course provides a detailed review of various drug information resources available and the process of providing drug information using the systematic approach of retrieval, analysis, and dissemination. Students will learn the intended applications of a wide variety of references and gain insight into the appropriate use of such materials in clinical practice. Students will gain experience in utilizing commercial online references and indexing services such as Medline. Students will be given exercises and assignments that will provide hands-on experience in locating drug information and preparing written and verbal responses. Students will also learn how to identify valid and credible sources of drug information including those on the internet. Additionally students will gain skills in how to appropriately cite resources in AMA format.

Availability: Fall

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