Paramedics must have a solid understanding of pharmacology when administering medications to treat patient symptoms or while treating a patient who has been exposed to a potentially toxic chemical, drug, or medication. In this unit, students will become familiar with the general concepts of pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics. Drugs used to manage a variety of conditions affecting all body systems will be studied. Special emphasis will be placed on medications commonly found in prehospital care. Students will also develop skills in drug calculation and drug administration.