NURS 6613 Drugs in Pregnancy & Lactation

This evidence-based course builds upon the foundational knowledge and skills acquired in basic science courses, advanced practice courses, pathophysiology, and pharmacology concepts in pre-conception, pregnancy, the developing fetus and during lactation. The focus is on demonstrating application of knowledge related to medications during this timeframe. This course uses case studies for the use and knowledge of teratology and fetotoxic drugs, pharmacokinetic changes during pregnancy, vitamin and mineral supplementation, treatment of common discomforts in pregnancy, chronic disease medical management, and Integrated Medicine (IM) in the antepartum setting. In addition, patient care scenarios will utilize evidence-based therapies, resources and guidelines for successful milk support, Galactagogoues, IM therapies, common medications used postpartum and their effect on the neonate. This course will prepare students to care for pregnant and lactating women in the Military Health System (MHS) and while deployed.