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UQU Programs
Emergency Medical Services (EMS)

Basic pharmacology

PHD2416
4 hours English

Basic pharmacology

Basic Pharmacology
1 Introduction to Basic Pharmacology
2 Names-sources-drug profile, Drug laws and regulations, Safe and effective administration of medications
3 Routes of drug administrations
4 Using drug references and therapeutic guidelines in emergencies
5 Pharmacokinetics
6 Pharmacodynamics
7 Administration of the medications
8 Medication dosage calculations
9 Fluids, electrolytes, and intravenous therapy
10 Responses to drug administration
11 Factors altering response
12 Drug interactions
13 Drug usage in pregnancy, pediatrics and in geriatrics
14 Overview of crash cart medications in Saudi Arabia (Pediatric)
15 Overview of crash cart medications in Saudi Arabia (Adults)
1.1 Mapped to: K1

Describe main sources of drug products, classification systems, legislative acts controlling drug use and abuse, and authoritative sources for drug information, with emphasis on their relevance to emergency medical care.

Teaching Strategy Lectures
Assessment Methods Routine exams. Group division for specific presentation. Quizzes.
1.2 Mapped to: K2

Explain drug safety principles in emergency settings, including standardisation, the "six rights" of drug administration, and the classification of substances under Schedule I–V, ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines.

Teaching Strategy Lectures
Assessment Methods Routine exams.
2.1 Mapped to: S1

Distinguish among the chemical, generic, and trade names of a drug - drug interactions - enterable and potential routes of drug administration - the phases of drug activity, including the pharmaceutical, Pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamics phases.

Teaching Strategy Lectures
Assessment Methods Routine exams. Group division for specific presentation. Quizzes.
2.2 Mapped to: S2

Differentiate among drug interactions.

Teaching Strategy Lectures
Assessment Methods Routine exams. Group division for specific presentation. Quizzes.
2.3 Mapped to: S3

Discuss the EMT-paramedic’s responsibilities and scope of management pertinent to the administration of medications, including special considerations for pregnant, paediatric, and geriatric patients.

Teaching Strategy Lectures
Assessment Methods Routine exams. Group division for specific presentation. Quizzes.
2.4 Mapped to: S3

Calculate does of different drugs (metric system)

Teaching Strategy Lectures
Assessment Methods Routine exams. Group division for specific presentation. Online quizzes.
3.1 Mapped to: V1

Communicate effectively and positively with others.

Teaching Strategy Lectures
Assessment Methods Observation
3.2 Mapped to: V2

Work effectively in small and large groups (Team working) while Implementing scientific learning in clinical practice.

Teaching Strategy Lectures
Assessment Methods Observation
Assessment
Weight
Midterm exam
30%
Quizzes (n = 2)
10%
Activity and Participation
10%
Final exam
50%
Total
100%