Course Description
Course | Code | Semester | T+P (Hour) | Credit | ECTS |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
RATIONAL PHARMACOTHERAPY | - | Yearly | 57+15 | - | 2 |
Course Program |
Prerequisites Courses | |
Recommended Elective Courses |
Language of Course | Turkish |
Course Level | First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree) |
Course Type | Practice |
Course Coordinator | Assoc.Prof. Ayşe Arzu ŞAKUL |
Name of Lecturer(s) | Assoc.Prof. Volkan AYDIN, Assoc.Prof. Ayşe Arzu ŞAKUL |
Assistant(s) | |
Aim | This course aims to ensure that students choose the right treatments by comparing the drug/treatment in terms of effectiveness, safety, suitability and cost. This course also aims to help students learn how to write a good prescription, how they use new medications, and how they report adverse events in clinical practice. |
Course Content | This course contains; Introduction to rational pharmacotherapy internship and learning objectives,Basic principles of rational pharmacotherapy,Basic principles of prescription,Module: Introduction to acute sinusitis,Module: Introduction to essential hypertension,Alternative treatment optimization analysis ,Practice: Prescription writing ,Module: Identification of the problem, treatment targets and non-pharmacological treatment in acute sinusitis,Module: Clinical pharmacology of the medications used in treatment of acute sinusitis,Medication use in pregnancy and lactation,Medication use in geriatric patients,Module: Preparation of P-drug list in acute sinusitis and choosing medication ,Drug interactions,Practice: Prescription writing,Module: Writing prescription and follow-up practices in acute sinusitis ,Medication use in renal and hepatic disorders,Equivalent medications,Module: Identification of the problem, treatment targets and non-pharmacological treatment in hypertension,Module: Clinical pharmacology of the medications used in treatment of hypertension,Pharmacovigilance and drug safety,Practice: Reporting adverse effect,Module: Preparation of P-drug list in hypertension and choosing medication,Medication use in children,Self-medication,Module: Writing prescription and follow-up practices in hypertension. |
Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
To have knowledge about the basic principles of rational drug use | 10, 15, 16, 4, 9 | A, D, E |
To have knowledge about rational pharmacotherapy steps | 10, 15, 16, 4, 9 | A, D, E |
To define the main criteria for rational drug selection | 10, 15, 16, 4, 9 | A, D, E |
To demonstrate the main principles of prescription writing | 10, 15, 16, 4, 9 | A, D, E |
To have information about e-prescription | 10, 15, 16, 4, 9 | A, D, E |
To analyze scientific data and evaluation results | 10, 15, 16, 4, 9 | A, D, E |
To practice the main steps of prescribing | 10, 15, 16, 4, 9 | A, D, E |
To discuss and define therapeutic targets in essential hypertension | 10, 15, 16, 4, 9 | A, D, E |
To explain pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment options in essential hypertension | 10, 15, 16, 4, 9 | A, E |
To discuss and define therapeutic targets in acute sinusitis | 10, 15, 16, 4, 9 | A, D, E |
To explain of pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment options in acute sinusitis | 10, 15, 16, 4, 9 | A, D, E |
To obtain information about rational drug use during pregnancy and lactation | 10, 16, 9 | A, D, E |
To obtaine information about rational drug use in the geriatric and pediatric population | 10, 15, 16, 4, 9 | A, D, E |
Teaching Methods: | 10: Discussion Method, 15: Role Play and Drama Technique, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 4: Inquiry-Based Learning, 9: Lecture Method |
Assessment Methods: | A: Traditional Written Exam, D: Oral Exam, E: Homework |
Course Outline
Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
---|---|---|
1 | Introduction to rational pharmacotherapy internship and learning objectives | Preparation for the previously given lecture note |
2 | Basic principles of rational pharmacotherapy | Preparation for the previously given lecture note |
3 | Basic principles of prescription | Preparation for the previously given lecture note |
4 | Module: Introduction to acute sinusitis | Preparation for the previously given lecture note |
5 | Module: Introduction to essential hypertension | Preparation for the previously given lecture notes |
6 | Alternative treatment optimization analysis | Preparation for the previously given lecture note |
7 | Practice: Prescription writing | Preparation for the previously given lecture note |
8 | Module: Identification of the problem, treatment targets and non-pharmacological treatment in acute sinusitis | Preparation for the previously given lecture note |
9 | Module: Clinical pharmacology of the medications used in treatment of acute sinusitis | Preparation for the previously given lecture note |
10 | Medication use in pregnancy and lactation | Preparation for the previously given lecture note |
11 | Medication use in geriatric patients | Preparation for the previously given lecture note |
12 | Module: Preparation of P-drug list in acute sinusitis and choosing medication | Preparation for the previously given lecture note |
13 | Drug interactions | Preparation for the previously given lecture note |
14 | Practice: Prescription writing | Preparation for the previously given lecture note |
15 | Module: Writing prescription and follow-up practices in acute sinusitis | Preparation for the previously given lecture note |
16 | Medication use in renal and hepatic disorders | Preparation for the previously given lecture note |
17 | Equivalent medications | Preparation for the previously given lecture note |
18 | Module: Identification of the problem, treatment targets and non-pharmacological treatment in hypertension | Preparation for the previously given lecture note |
19 | Module: Clinical pharmacology of the medications used in treatment of hypertension | Preparation for the previously given lecture note |
20 | Pharmacovigilance and drug safety | Preparation for the previously given lecture note |
21 | Practice: Reporting adverse effect | Preparation for the previously given lecture note |
22 | Module: Preparation of P-drug list in hypertension and choosing medication | Preparation for the previously given lecture note |
23 | Medication use in children | Preparation for the previously given lecture note |
24 | Self-medication | Preparation for the previously given lecture note |
25 | Module: Writing prescription and follow-up practices in hypertension | Preparation for the previously given lecture note |
Resources |
Pharmacology notes given to the students. |
Goodman & Gilman's Pharmacological Basis of Treatment - / Laurence L.Brunton - John S.Lazo - Keith L.Parker Nobel Medical Bookstores Publications, Istanbul, 2008 Katzung & Trevor's Pharmacology Examination and Board Review: Eighth Edition McGraw-Hill Medical Publishing USA, 2008. Medical Pharmacology in the Direction of Rational Treatment 13th Edition - Prof.Dr. Oğuz Kayaalp, Pelikan Publications, 2012. Pharmacology for Health Sciences - Asist. Prof. A. Arzu SAYIN ŞAKUL, Istanbul Medical Publications, 2021 |
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications | |||||||
No | Program Qualification | Contribution Level | |||||
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
1 | Knows structural (morphological) and operational (functional) properties of the normal human (medical) and disorder (disease) states | X | |||||
2 | Knows diagnostic methods and treatment modalities of disorders (diseases). | X | |||||
3 | Knows the causes of disease conditions, ways of protection and methods of promoting and improving community health. | X | |||||
4 | Knows the methods of developing and applying health related knowledge at advanced level. | X | |||||
5 | Able to reach multidisciplinary advanced knowledge regarding health-related disciplines, interpret and apply the knowledge. | X | |||||
6 | Performs a complete clinical examination of human body structurally and functionally and identifies problems. | X | |||||
7 | Interprets laboratory results for diagnosis, compares with clinical data and develop solution proposals. | X | |||||
8 | Selects and implements appropriate tools for the promotion and development of individual and community health. | X | |||||
9 | Plans and conducts an advanced study on health independently. | X | |||||
10 | Develops new strategic approaches to solve the problems encountered in the promotion and development of individual and community health. | X | |||||
11 | Takes the responsibility of any type of practice when diagnosing and treating human body | X | |||||
12 | Takes the role as a leader or a team worker when solving health related problems. | X | |||||
13 | Evaluates knowledge and skills regarding health with a critical approach and develops a positive attitude towards lifelong learning. | X | |||||
14 | Informs the patient, related people, institutions and the society about the health problems and transfers solution proposals in writing, verbally and visually using effective communication means. | X | |||||
15 | Critically reviews, develops and acts on changes in social relations and norms that guide such relationships. | X | |||||
16 | Uses English at least at the European Language Portfolio B2 Level, monitors knowledge and communicates in his field. | X | |||||
17 | Able to use advanced computer skills and informatics and communication technologies at a level required by the field. | ||||||
18 | Acquires, interprets, implements and announces data related to the health and acts in accordance with social, scientific, cultural and ethical values and teaches these values. | ||||||
19 | Develops strategies, policy and implementation plans in the field of health and evaluates the results obtained within the framework of quality processes. | X | |||||
20 | Shares studies on the promotion and development of health with interdisciplinary specialists systematically, supporting with quantitative and qualitative data. | X | |||||
21 | Has adequate awareness on occupational health and safety issues. | X |
Assessment Methods
Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation | |
Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 40 | |
Rate of Final Exam to Success | 60 | |
Total | 100 |
ECTS / Workload Table | ||||||
Activities | Number of | Duration(Hour) | Total Workload(Hour) | |||
Course Hours | 18 | 1 | 18 | |||
Guided Problem Solving | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report | 5 | 1 | 5 | |||
Term Project | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
Presentation of Project / Seminar | 7 | 1 | 7 | |||
Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
Midterm Exam | 10 | 1 | 10 | |||
General Exam | 10 | 2 | 20 | |||
Performance Task, Maintenance Plan | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
Total Workload(Hour) | 60 | |||||
Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(60/30) | 2 | |||||
ECTS of the course: 30 hours of work is counted as 1 ECTS credit. |
Detail Informations of the Course
Course Description
Course | Code | Semester | T+P (Hour) | Credit | ECTS |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
RATIONAL PHARMACOTHERAPY | - | Yearly | 57+15 | - | 2 |
Course Program |
Prerequisites Courses | |
Recommended Elective Courses |
Language of Course | Turkish |
Course Level | First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree) |
Course Type | Practice |
Course Coordinator | Assoc.Prof. Ayşe Arzu ŞAKUL |
Name of Lecturer(s) | Assoc.Prof. Volkan AYDIN, Assoc.Prof. Ayşe Arzu ŞAKUL |
Assistant(s) | |
Aim | This course aims to ensure that students choose the right treatments by comparing the drug/treatment in terms of effectiveness, safety, suitability and cost. This course also aims to help students learn how to write a good prescription, how they use new medications, and how they report adverse events in clinical practice. |
Course Content | This course contains; Introduction to rational pharmacotherapy internship and learning objectives,Basic principles of rational pharmacotherapy,Basic principles of prescription,Module: Introduction to acute sinusitis,Module: Introduction to essential hypertension,Alternative treatment optimization analysis ,Practice: Prescription writing ,Module: Identification of the problem, treatment targets and non-pharmacological treatment in acute sinusitis,Module: Clinical pharmacology of the medications used in treatment of acute sinusitis,Medication use in pregnancy and lactation,Medication use in geriatric patients,Module: Preparation of P-drug list in acute sinusitis and choosing medication ,Drug interactions,Practice: Prescription writing,Module: Writing prescription and follow-up practices in acute sinusitis ,Medication use in renal and hepatic disorders,Equivalent medications,Module: Identification of the problem, treatment targets and non-pharmacological treatment in hypertension,Module: Clinical pharmacology of the medications used in treatment of hypertension,Pharmacovigilance and drug safety,Practice: Reporting adverse effect,Module: Preparation of P-drug list in hypertension and choosing medication,Medication use in children,Self-medication,Module: Writing prescription and follow-up practices in hypertension. |
Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
To have knowledge about the basic principles of rational drug use | 10, 15, 16, 4, 9 | A, D, E |
To have knowledge about rational pharmacotherapy steps | 10, 15, 16, 4, 9 | A, D, E |
To define the main criteria for rational drug selection | 10, 15, 16, 4, 9 | A, D, E |
To demonstrate the main principles of prescription writing | 10, 15, 16, 4, 9 | A, D, E |
To have information about e-prescription | 10, 15, 16, 4, 9 | A, D, E |
To analyze scientific data and evaluation results | 10, 15, 16, 4, 9 | A, D, E |
To practice the main steps of prescribing | 10, 15, 16, 4, 9 | A, D, E |
To discuss and define therapeutic targets in essential hypertension | 10, 15, 16, 4, 9 | A, D, E |
To explain pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment options in essential hypertension | 10, 15, 16, 4, 9 | A, E |
To discuss and define therapeutic targets in acute sinusitis | 10, 15, 16, 4, 9 | A, D, E |
To explain of pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment options in acute sinusitis | 10, 15, 16, 4, 9 | A, D, E |
To obtain information about rational drug use during pregnancy and lactation | 10, 16, 9 | A, D, E |
To obtaine information about rational drug use in the geriatric and pediatric population | 10, 15, 16, 4, 9 | A, D, E |
Teaching Methods: | 10: Discussion Method, 15: Role Play and Drama Technique, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 4: Inquiry-Based Learning, 9: Lecture Method |
Assessment Methods: | A: Traditional Written Exam, D: Oral Exam, E: Homework |
Course Outline
Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
---|---|---|
1 | Introduction to rational pharmacotherapy internship and learning objectives | Preparation for the previously given lecture note |
2 | Basic principles of rational pharmacotherapy | Preparation for the previously given lecture note |
3 | Basic principles of prescription | Preparation for the previously given lecture note |
4 | Module: Introduction to acute sinusitis | Preparation for the previously given lecture note |
5 | Module: Introduction to essential hypertension | Preparation for the previously given lecture notes |
6 | Alternative treatment optimization analysis | Preparation for the previously given lecture note |
7 | Practice: Prescription writing | Preparation for the previously given lecture note |
8 | Module: Identification of the problem, treatment targets and non-pharmacological treatment in acute sinusitis | Preparation for the previously given lecture note |
9 | Module: Clinical pharmacology of the medications used in treatment of acute sinusitis | Preparation for the previously given lecture note |
10 | Medication use in pregnancy and lactation | Preparation for the previously given lecture note |
11 | Medication use in geriatric patients | Preparation for the previously given lecture note |
12 | Module: Preparation of P-drug list in acute sinusitis and choosing medication | Preparation for the previously given lecture note |
13 | Drug interactions | Preparation for the previously given lecture note |
14 | Practice: Prescription writing | Preparation for the previously given lecture note |
15 | Module: Writing prescription and follow-up practices in acute sinusitis | Preparation for the previously given lecture note |
16 | Medication use in renal and hepatic disorders | Preparation for the previously given lecture note |
17 | Equivalent medications | Preparation for the previously given lecture note |
18 | Module: Identification of the problem, treatment targets and non-pharmacological treatment in hypertension | Preparation for the previously given lecture note |
19 | Module: Clinical pharmacology of the medications used in treatment of hypertension | Preparation for the previously given lecture note |
20 | Pharmacovigilance and drug safety | Preparation for the previously given lecture note |
21 | Practice: Reporting adverse effect | Preparation for the previously given lecture note |
22 | Module: Preparation of P-drug list in hypertension and choosing medication | Preparation for the previously given lecture note |
23 | Medication use in children | Preparation for the previously given lecture note |
24 | Self-medication | Preparation for the previously given lecture note |
25 | Module: Writing prescription and follow-up practices in hypertension | Preparation for the previously given lecture note |
Resources |
Pharmacology notes given to the students. |
Goodman & Gilman's Pharmacological Basis of Treatment - / Laurence L.Brunton - John S.Lazo - Keith L.Parker Nobel Medical Bookstores Publications, Istanbul, 2008 Katzung & Trevor's Pharmacology Examination and Board Review: Eighth Edition McGraw-Hill Medical Publishing USA, 2008. Medical Pharmacology in the Direction of Rational Treatment 13th Edition - Prof.Dr. Oğuz Kayaalp, Pelikan Publications, 2012. Pharmacology for Health Sciences - Asist. Prof. A. Arzu SAYIN ŞAKUL, Istanbul Medical Publications, 2021 |
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications | |||||||
No | Program Qualification | Contribution Level | |||||
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
1 | Knows structural (morphological) and operational (functional) properties of the normal human (medical) and disorder (disease) states | X | |||||
2 | Knows diagnostic methods and treatment modalities of disorders (diseases). | X | |||||
3 | Knows the causes of disease conditions, ways of protection and methods of promoting and improving community health. | X | |||||
4 | Knows the methods of developing and applying health related knowledge at advanced level. | X | |||||
5 | Able to reach multidisciplinary advanced knowledge regarding health-related disciplines, interpret and apply the knowledge. | X | |||||
6 | Performs a complete clinical examination of human body structurally and functionally and identifies problems. | X | |||||
7 | Interprets laboratory results for diagnosis, compares with clinical data and develop solution proposals. | X | |||||
8 | Selects and implements appropriate tools for the promotion and development of individual and community health. | X | |||||
9 | Plans and conducts an advanced study on health independently. | X | |||||
10 | Develops new strategic approaches to solve the problems encountered in the promotion and development of individual and community health. | X | |||||
11 | Takes the responsibility of any type of practice when diagnosing and treating human body | X | |||||
12 | Takes the role as a leader or a team worker when solving health related problems. | X | |||||
13 | Evaluates knowledge and skills regarding health with a critical approach and develops a positive attitude towards lifelong learning. | X | |||||
14 | Informs the patient, related people, institutions and the society about the health problems and transfers solution proposals in writing, verbally and visually using effective communication means. | X | |||||
15 | Critically reviews, develops and acts on changes in social relations and norms that guide such relationships. | X | |||||
16 | Uses English at least at the European Language Portfolio B2 Level, monitors knowledge and communicates in his field. | X | |||||
17 | Able to use advanced computer skills and informatics and communication technologies at a level required by the field. | ||||||
18 | Acquires, interprets, implements and announces data related to the health and acts in accordance with social, scientific, cultural and ethical values and teaches these values. | ||||||
19 | Develops strategies, policy and implementation plans in the field of health and evaluates the results obtained within the framework of quality processes. | X | |||||
20 | Shares studies on the promotion and development of health with interdisciplinary specialists systematically, supporting with quantitative and qualitative data. | X | |||||
21 | Has adequate awareness on occupational health and safety issues. | X |
Assessment Methods
Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation | |
Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 40 | |
Rate of Final Exam to Success | 60 | |
Total | 100 |