Synopses & Reviews
Organized according to classifications, this book provides an extensive framework of drug information in a concise format. The Internet as a reference tool is examined, and includes links to reliable websites. The new edition is updated with 200 new drugs, information about the uses and effects of herbs, and the USP Quality Review list of similar drug names. CD-ROM in the back of Essentials of Pharmacology for Health Occupations includes: multiple-choice and fill-in the blank questions, a speed test, tic-tac-toe, the Pharmacology Championship Game, Crossword Puzzles, Case Studies and sound-alike drugs activity.
Synopsis
This classroom tested pharmacology text provides drug information in an easy-to-use, concise format that helps build both confidence and competence in the study of medications. Calculations are simplified into step-by-step methods, and an index of cross-referenced drugs listed by trade and generic names is included. New features include a new chapter on Drugs and Geriatrics, new drug tables and illustrations, addition of more than 160 drugs, and new case studies and administrative checklists.
About the Author
Ruth Woodrow, RN, MA
Medical Consultant for Education and Infection Control
Senior Friendship Centers Inc., Health Services
Sarasota, FL
Former Director, Staff Development
Plymouth Harbor, Inc.
Sarasota, FL
Former Instructor, Pharmacology
Coordinator, Continuing Education
Sarasota County Technical Institute
Sarasota, FL
Table of Contents
Preface Part I: Introduction Chapter 1: Consumer Safety and Drug Regulations Chapter 2: Drug Names and References Chapter 3: Sources and Bodily Effects on Drugs Chapter 4: Medication Preparations and Supplies Chapter 5: Abbreviations and Systems of Measurements Chapter 6: Safe Dosage Preparation. Chapter 7: Responsibilities and Principles of Drug Administration Chapter 8: Administration by the Gastrointestinal Route Chapter 9: Administration by the Parenteral Route Chapter 10: Poison Control Part II: Drug Classifications Chapter 11: Vitamins and Minerals Chapter 12: Skin Medications Chapter 13: Autonomic Nervous System Drugs Chapter 14: Antineoplastic Drugs Chapter 15: Urinary System Drugs Chapter 16: Gastrointestinal Drugs Chapter 17: Anti-Infective Drugs Chapter 18: Eye Medications Chapter 19: Analgesics, Sedatives and Hypnotics Chapter 20: Psychotropic Medications, Alcohol, and Drug Abuse Chapter 21: Musculoskeletal and Anti-Inflammatory Drugs Chapter 22: Anticonvulsants, Antiparkinsonian Drugs, and Agents for Alzheimer's Disease. Chapter 23: Endocrine System Drugs Chapter 24: Reproductive System Drugs Chapter 25: Cardiovascular Drugs Chapter 26: Respiratory System Drugs and Antihistamines Chapter 27: Preoperative Medications and Local Anesthetics Chapter 28: Drugs and Geriatrics Summary Comprehensive Review for Part I Comprehensive Review for Part II Glossary Appendix Index