This unit provides an introduction to the study of therapeutic agents, probing into the fundamental concepts of therapeutic agent-target interactions and the intricate processes governing therapeutic agent metabolism within the human body. A major part of the unit consists of a detailed account of the pharmacology of therapeutic agents that affect selected organ systems. The content connects the...

Pathophysiology in Paramedicine 1 builds on your knowledge of anatomy and physiology to develop an understanding of the principles of pathophysiology and alterations in the health of the nervous, respiratory, renal and musculoskeletal systems. It will explore current evidence-informed approaches used by paramedics to help re-establish homeostasis, including pharmacotherapy. Clinical reasoning...

Toxicology is the study of the harmful effects of chemicals (including drugs) and other agents on living organisms. This on-campus unit introduces you to the key concepts of toxicology, and how, in terms of dose/exposure, toxicology is an extension of pharmacology. Studies in this unit cover general principles of toxicology, pre-clinical and cell-based mechanisms of toxicology, relationships...

CSA208 provides you with foundational understanding of biochemistry within normal physiological processes and during disease states. Specifically, you will learn about the: (a) structure and function of important biological macromolecules, such as nucleic acids and proteins; (b) structure, function and metabolism of amino acids, carbohydrates and lipids; (c) integration and control of metabolism,...