Pharmacotherapy in Neurology
Study Course Implementer
Riga, 13 Pilsoņu Street, block 4, Santa.Purvina@rsu.lv; Indra.Dumberga@rsu.lv, +371 67613517
About Study Course
Objective
To provide students with theoretical knowledge about the etiology, pathogenesis, clinical symptoms, principles of drug treatment, problems and prevention options of nervous system diseases.
Preliminary Knowledge
In anatomy, physiology, chemistry, biochemistry, microbiology, as well as in the symptoms of certain diseases.
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
1.After successfully fulfilling the requirements of the study course, the student will have acquired knowledge that will allow: • to define the causes, pathogenesis, symptoms and treatment options of the most important diseases; • to understand the peculiarities of drug use in the treatment of mental disorders; • know the possibilities of combining medicines for different symptoms, the most common side effects and how to prevent them.
Skills
1.As a result of mastering the study course, students will be able to: • describe the preparations of pharmacotherapeutic groups; • to formulate their mechanisms of action, indications and contraindications, as well as side effects; • substantiate and argue your opinion about the chosen treatment.
Competences
1.As a result of mastering the study course, students will be able to: • to use basic theoretical knowledge and competence in general and clinical pharmacology; • to select the most appropriate drugs in the individualized dosing regimen according to the specific situation, in order to ensure optimal treatment of patients and prevention of diseases at a reasonable cost; • to use basic theoretical knowledge in pharmacotherapy, combination and substitution of drugs; • be able to evaluate the risks and benefits of treatment; • independently obtain, select and analyze information about medicines, their application and use in the treatment process; • to show a scientific approach to solving topical issues, as well as to be able to orientate in specific literature.
Assessment
Individual work
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Individual work - acquisition of general and special pharmacology, as well as evaluation of pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics of a particular drug. Solving simulations of clinical situation tasks.
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Examination
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Active participation in practical classes; timely submitted, high-quality homework, quality of oral answers.
Exam: knowledge of the topics acquired in the study course is tested (including analysis of drug therapy).
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Study Course Theme Plan
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Pharmacotherapy in neurology
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Pharmacotherapy in neurology
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Pharmacotherapy in neurology
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Pharmacotherapy in psychiatry and narcology
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Pharmacotherapy in psychiatry and narcology
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Pharmacotherapy in psychiatry and narcology
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Pharmacotherapy in psychiatry and narcology
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Pharmacotherapy in psychiatry and narcology
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Bibliography
Required Reading
Kaplan and Sadock's. Comprehensive Textbook of Psychiatry. Benjamin J. Sadock, Virginia Alcott Sadock, Pedro Ruiz (Editor). June 1, 2017; 10th Edition.
Kaplan & Sadock’s Synopsis of Psychiatry. 12th Edition. Publication Date: April 14, 2021
Stephen M. Stahl. Stahl’s Essential Psychopharmacology. Neuroscientific Basis and Practical Applications. Cambridge University Press, 2021, 11. apr. - 608 lappuses
Narkoloģija. Astrīda Stirnas redakcijā. January 1, 2008 (akceptējams izdevums)
Lekciju materiāls RSU E-studijas
Additional Reading
Psychopharmacology. R. H. Ettinger. 2nd Edition. 23 Mar 2017