Essentials of Pharmacology for Health Occupations
ISBN: 9781435480339 | 1435480333
Edition: 6thFormat: Paperback
Publisher: Cengage Learning
Pub. Date: 6/24/2010
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Essentials of Pharmacology for Health Occupations, 6th Edition provides an extensive framework of drug information in a concise format for learners studying licensed practical nursing, medical assisting and other allied health professions. Learn calculations quickly through a simplified step-by-step process. Discover key drug information by classifications, such as their purpose, side effects, cautions, and interactions, or utilize this resource to refresh your knowledge of drugs.
The accompanying CD-ROM helps learners master... MORE
Formerly with Sarasota County Technical Institute, FL. Textbook offers a framework of drug information for nursing, medical assisting, and allied health students. Includes new quizzes with NCLEX-style questions, common and/or most important side effects of drugs, and case studies. Previous edition: c2007. Softcover, study guide also available.
| Introduction | |
| Consumer Safety and Drug Regulations | |
| Drug Laws | |
| FDA and DEA | |
| Health Care Workers and the Law | |
| Drug Names and References | |
| Classifications | |
| Identifying Names | |
| Legal Terms Referring to Drugs | |
| Terms Indicating Drug Actions | |
| Drug References | |
| The Inte... MORE | |
| Drug Cards | |
| Sources and Bodily Effects of Drugs | |
| Sources of Drugs | |
| Effects of Drugs | |
| Drug Processing by the Body (Pharmacokinetics) | |
| Absorption | |
| Distribution | |
| Metabolism | |
| Excretion | |
| Other Variables | |
| Unexpected Responses to Drugs | |
| Medication Preparations and Supplies | |
| A Space-Age Drug Form | |
| Standard Drug Forms | |
| Supplies | |
| Abbreviations and Systems of Measurement | |
| Abbreviations | |
| Systems of Measurement | |
| Safe Dosage Preparation | |
| Basic Arithmetic Test | |
| Calculation Guidelines | |
| Method 1: Basic Calculation | |
| Method 2: Ratio and Proportion | |
| Pediatric Dosage | |
| Geriatric Dosage | |
| Prevention of Medication Errors | |
| Responsibilities and Principles of Drug Administration. | |
| Responsible Drug Administration | |
| Medication Errors | |
| Principles of Administration | |
| Administration by the Gastrointestinal Route | |
| Administration of Medications Orally | |
| Administration of Medications by Nasogastric Tube | |
| Administration of Medications by Gastric Tube | |
| Administration of Medications Rectally | |
| Administration by the Parenteral Route | |
| Sublingual and Buccal Administration | |
| Transcutaneous Drug Delivery System | |
| Inhalation Therapy | |
| Injections | |
| Skin Medications | |
| Application to the Mucous Membranes | |
| Eye Medications | |
| Poison Control | |
| Poisoning by Ingestion | |
| Poisoning by Inhalation | |
| External Poisoning of Skin or Eyes | |
| Poisoning by Sting and Snakebite | |
| People at Risk | |
| Drug Classifications | |
| Vitamins, Minerals, and Herbs | |
| Fat-Soluble Vitamins | |
| Water-Soluble Vitamins | |
| Minerals | |
| Antioxidants | |
| Alternative Medicines | |
| References | |
| Online References | |
| Skin Medications | |
| Antipruritics | |
| Corticosteroids | |
| Emollients and Demulcents | |
| Keratolytics | |
| Scabicides and Pediculicides | |
| Antifungals | |
| Antivirals | |
| Local Anti-Infectives | |
| Agents Used to Treat Acne | |
| Cautions for Topical Medications | |
| Autonomic Nervous System Drugs | |
| Adrenergics | |
| Adrenergic Blockers | |
| Cholinergics | |
| Cholinergic Blockers | |
| Antineoplastic Drugs | |
| Antimetabolites | |
| Alkylating Agents | |
| Plant Alkaloids | |
| Antibiotic Antineoplastics | |
| Hormone Therapy | |
| Biological Response Modifiers | |
| Monoclonal Antibodies | |
| Radioactive Isotopes | |
| Cautions and Responsibilities for Antineoplastic Drugs | |
| Urinary System Drugs | |
| Diuretics | |
| Medications for Gout | |
| Antispasmodics | |
| Cholinergics | |
| Analgesics | |
| Treatment of Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy (BPH) | |
| Alpha-Blockers | |
| Gastrointestinal Drugs | |
| Antacids | |
| Agents for Treatment of Ulcers and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease | |
| Antispasmodics/Anticholinergics | |
| For Inflammatory Bowel Disease | |
| Antidiarrhea Agents | |
| Antiflatulents | |
| Laxatives and Cathartics | |
| Antiemetics | |
| Prophylaxis | |
| Anti-infective Drugs | |
| Vaccines | |
| Aminoglycosides | |
| Cephalosporins | |
| Macrolides | |
| Penicillins | |
| Quinolones | |
| Tetracyclines | |
| Antifungals | |
| Antituberculosis Agents | |
| Miscellaneous Anti-Infectives | |
| Agents for VRE | |
| Antivirals | |
| Treatment of Human Immunodeficiency Virus/AIDS Infections | |
| HIV Information and Resources | |
| Sulfonamides | |
| Urinary Anti-Infectives | |
| Eye Medications | |
| Anti-Infectives | |
| Anti-Inflammatory Agents | |
| Antiglaucoma Agents | |
| Mydriatics | |
| Local Anesthetics | |
| Analgesics, Sedatives, and Hypnotics | |
| Analgesics | |
| Local Anesthetic | |
| Antimigraine Agents | |
| Sedatives and Hypnotics | |
| Psychotropic Medications, Alcohol, and Drug Abuse | |
| CNS Stimulants | |
| Selective Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitor (SNRI) | |
| Antidepressants | |
| Antimanic Agents | |
| Anxiolytics | |
| Antipsychotic Medications/Major Tranquilizers | |
| Alcohol | |
| Drug Abuse | |
| Musculoskeletal and Anti-inflammatory Drugs | |
| Skeletal Muscle Relaxants | |
| Anti-Inflammatory Drugs | |
| Osteoporosis Therapy | |
| Anticonvulsants, Antiparkinsonian Drugs,and Agents for Alzheimer's Disease | |
| Anticonvulsants | |
| Drugs for Absence Epilepsy | |
| Drugs for Grand Mal and Psychomotor Epilepsy | |
| Antiparkinsonian Drugs | |
| Agents for Alzheimer's Disease | |
| Endocrine System Drugs | |
| Pituitary Hormones | |
| Adrenal Corticosteroids | |
| Thyroid Agents | |
| Antithyroid Agents | |
| Antidiabetic Agents | |
| Reproductive System Drugs | |
| Androgens | |
| Impotence Agents | |
| Estrogens | |
| Progestins | |
| Choice of Contraceptives | |
| Drugs for Labor and Delivery | |
| Other Gonadotropic Drugs | |
| Infertility Drugs | |
| Cardiovascular Drugs | |
| Cardiac Glycosides | |
| Antiarrhythmic Agents | |
| Antihypertensives | |
| Other Antihypertensives | |
| Coronary Vasodilators | |
| Antilipemic Agents | |
| Vasoconstrictors | |
| Anticoagulants | |
| Platelet Inhibitor Therapy | |
| Thrombolytic Agents | |
| Colony Stimulating Factors (CSFs) | |
| Respiratory System Drugs and Antihistamines | |
| Oxygen | |
| Respiratory Stimulants | |
| Bronchodilators | |
| Corticosteroids | |
| Asthma Prophylaxis | |
| Mucolytics and Expectorants | |
| Antitussives | |
| Antihistamines | |
| Decongestants | |
| Smoking Cessation Aids | |
| Drugs and Older Adults | |
| Cumulative Effects of Drugs | |
| Potentially Inappropriate Medication Use in Older Adults | |
| Drugs That May Cause Mental Impairment | |
| Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs | |
| Polypharmacy | |
| References | |
| Summary | |
| Comprehensive Review Exam for Part I. Comprehensive Review Exam for | |
| Appendix: Use Caution--Avoid Confusion | |
| Table of Contents provided by Publisher. All Rights Reserved. |
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