IS - 325 Pharmacology and Radiologic Contrast Agents

This course provides a study of pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, medication administration, drug categories, and implications in patient care. Emphasizes pharmaceuticals frequently used in medical imaging. This course is intended to provide imaging sciences professionals the knowledge in all aspects of basic pharmacology. The purpose is to educate radiologic personnel in basic pharmacology principles, ensuring quality patient care. Contrast media is used by most modalities of Diagnostic Imaging. This course is designed to provide an in-depth understanding different Contrast medias used in Diagnostic Imaging. A brief historical development and evolution of contrast media is reviewed. Topics include uses, prevention of acute reactions, contrast induced nephropathy, renal adverse reaction and more. Students will follow weekly modules and or use textbook and Internet resources to learn more about Contrast Media use, safety issues and Guideline. Students will participate online with other. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 3