Synopses & Reviews
Principles of Pharmacology for Medical Assisting, Fourth Edition is the only pharmacology book written specifically for medical assistants. It describes the scope of practice, follows the latest Standards and Guidelines for CAAHEP accreditation, and has a new full-color presentation. New content in this edition includes the addition of 230 new drugs with classifications, the removal of out-of-date drugs, content on herbals and supplements, sample drug labels, information on syringes and safety needles, topical material such as obesity, and an emphasis on patient teaching and safety precautions. The book includes special features such as competency-based objectives, practice problems for reinforcement of concepts, performance checklists for procedures, spotlight on health, Web sites, and self-assessments.
Synopsis
PRINCIPLES OF PHARMACOLOGY FOR MEDICAL ASSISTING, 5E provides a comprehensive introduction to pharmacology for medical assistants and other allied health professionals. Beginning with a mathematics review, math concepts are presented in a clear and concise manner with step-by-step explanations and many examples, followed by practice problems for immediate reinforcement. Once mastered, learn about adult and pediatric dosage calculations, as well as current and commonly used practices, procedures, medications, and drug preparations in today's medical office.
About the Author
Jane Rice, RN, CMA-C has many years of teaching experience in the medical assisting field. She was the medical assisting program director at Coosa Valley Technical College in Georgia for 29 years, and is current a member of the college's Medical Assisting Advisory Committee. She has authored several bestselling textbooks, including PHARMACOLOGY FOR MEDICAL ASSISTING, MEDICATIONS AND MATHEMATICS FOR THE NURSE AND MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY: A WORD BUILDING APPROACH.
Table of Contents
SECTION 1 MATHEMATICS AND DOSAGE CALCULATIONS, Unit 1 Numerals and Fractions, Unit 2 Decimal Fractions , Unit 3 Ratio and Proportion, Unit 4 The Metric System, Unit 5 Household Measures and Apothecaries Measurements, Unit 6 Temperature Equivalents, Unit 7 Calculating Adult Dosages: Oral and Parenteral Forms, Unit 8 Calculating Childrens Dosages, SECTION 2 INTRODUCTION TO PHARMACOLOGY, Unit 9 Drug Sources, Standards, and Dosages, Unit 10 Forms of Drugs and How They Act, Unit 11 The Medication Order, Unit 12 Medication Administration Essentials, Unit 13 Administration of Nonparenteral Medications, Unit 14 Parenteral Equipment and Supplies, Unit 15 Administration of Parenteral Medications, Unit 16 Allergy: An Overview, SECTION 3 DRUGS, VITAMINS AND MINERALS, AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE, Unit 17 Antibiotic Agents, Unit 18 Antifungal, Antiviral, and Immunizing Agents, Unit 19 Antineoplastic Agents, Unit 20 Vitamins and Minerals, Unit 21 Psychotropic Agents, Unit 22 Substance Abuse, SECTION 4 EFFECTS OF MEDICATIONS ON BODY SYSTEMS, Unit 23 Medications Used for Musculoskeletal System Disorders, Unit 24 Medications Used for Gastrointestinal System Disorders, Unit 25 Medications Used for Circulatory System Disorders, Unit 26 Medications that Affect the Respiratory System, Unit 27 Diuretics and Medications Used for Urinary System Disorders, Unit 28 Medications Used in Treatment of Endocrine Disorders, Unit 29 Medications that Affect the Nervous System, Unit 30 Medications that Affect the Reproductive System, ANSWER KEY, Drug Index, General Index