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PHARMACOLOGY: AN INTRODUCTORY TEXT is a perennial favorite that occupies a unique niche among low/LPN-level pharmacology texts. It is the smallest, simplest, shortest, and most inexpensive pharmacology text available for LPN/LVN and allied health programs. The ninth edition of this popular text is extensively revised with new content highlighting two increasingly important topics: lifespan considerations and alternative therapies. The book also sports a fresh new two-color design and dozens of new illustrations. To enhance usability in LPN/LVN programs, the text now includes a Disorders Index, and the Instructor's Manual includes strategies for teaching pharmacology in integrated curricula

Roman Numerals	p. 3
Fractions	p. 5
Decimal Fractions	p. 17
Percentage	p. 25
Proportion	p. 29
Fahrenheit and Centigrade	p. 31
Systems of Measurement	p. 33
Dosage for Children	p. 41
Dosage of Drugs Standardized in Units	p. 45
Introduction to Pharmacology	p. 51
Drug Legislation and Standards	p. 53
Pharmaceutical Preparations	p. 57
Introduction to Dosage	p. 59
Administration of Medications	p. 63
Vitamins, Minerals, and General Nutrition	p. 75
Antibiotics and Antifungal, Antiviral, and Antiparasitic Agents	p. 85
Sulfonamides	p. 101
Antihistamines	p. 105
Drugs That Affect the Skin and Mucous Membranes	p. 111
Drugs That Affect the Respiratory System	p. 121
Drugs That Affect the Circulatory System	p. 131
Drugs That Affect the Central Nervous System	p. 147
Tranquilizers and Antidepressants	p. 161
Prostaglandins and Prostaglandin Inhibitors	p. 171
Drugs That Affect the Autonomic Nervous System	p. 177
Drugs That Affect the Digestive System	p. 189
The Endocrine Glands and Hormones	p. 201
Diuretics and Drugs That Affect the Urinary System	p. 217
Antineoplastic Drugs	p. 229
Immunizing Agents and Immunosuppressives	p. 239
Geriatric Medication	p. 247
Drug Therapy in Home Health Care	p. 255
Drug and Alcohol Abuse	p. 261
Glossary	p. 267
Appendix: Canadian Drug Information	p. 275
Index	p. 281
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Pharmacology : An Introductory Text

Pharmacology : An Introductory Text

072166038X

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