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	Introduction to Clinical Pharmacology, 6e by: Marilyn Winterton Edmunds PhD ANP/GNP publisher: Mosby, published: 2009-01-21 ASIN: 0323056202 EAN: 9780323056205 sales rank: 44929 Edmunds helps you understand how drugs and drug classes work, rather than simply memorizing information about individual drugs. This book emphasizes the principles of safe drug administration, including coverage of math review and drug dosage calculation. It also covers "must-know" drugs - the ones you'll see most often in clinical practice. A Companion CD includes Animations, Video Clips, interactive Drug Dosage Calculators, an Audio Glossary, and an expanded collection of Review Questions for the NCLEX-PN® Examination. A focus on understanding drug classes rather than memorizing individual drugs helps you understand the actions and uses of drug classes and provides a framework for safe, effective practice as new drugs are introduced and as existing drugs are withdrawn from the market. Full-color design includes 195 drawings and photographs. Coverage of math review and medication administration includes three chapters on math review and drug dosage calculation, to promote safe drug administration. Consistent chapter format covers each drug class in a practical format including Action, Uses, Adverse Reactions, Drug and Food Interactions, and Nursing Implications and Patient Teaching sections. Application of the nursing process to each drug class includes Assessment, Diagnosis, Planning, Implementation, Evaluation, and Patient and Family Teaching. Key content is highlighted, as in all of Elsevier's LPN Threads textbooks, with features such as Memory Joggers, Clinical Goldmines, Clinical Landmines, Pediatric Considerations, and Complementary and Alternative Therapies boxes. Case Studies in all drug chapters offer practice in applying information to realistic clinical situations and help you prepare for the NCLEX-PN Examination. Drug Calculation Review questions reinforce your drug calculation and math skills in the context of clinical practice. Critical Thinking Questions at the end of each chapter promote higher-level thinking skills while reinforcing key concepts. Glossary includes all of the book's Key Terms plus additional terminology that will be helpful in clinical practice, with audio pronunciations on the Companion CD and Evolve website. Improved readability and clarity make the content easier than ever to learn. Unique! 30 "must-know" drugs - those most commonly prescribed - are highlighted with icons and listed inside the back cover for quick reference. Do-Not-Confuse Drug List, located inside the back cover for quick reference, helps you avoid drug errors with common look-alike/sound-alike drug names. Pharmacology and the Nursing Process in LPN/LVN Practice chapter focuses on today's LPN/LVN practice environment, including the increased levels of responsibility, increasing resource constraints, and common cultural misunderstandings. Coverage of patient teaching and cultural awareness now emphasizes pharmacology rather than disease processes, relating patient teaching, health literacy, and lifespan and cultural considerations to drug administration. Updated diabetes coverage reflects the latest developments in drug therapy for patients with diabetes mellitus. Coverage of obesity management is expanded to reflect the national emphasis on reducing obesity in favor of healthy lifestyles that reduce the risk of diabetes, heart disease, and related "lifestyle diseases." Expanded coverage of drug-resistant infections includes MRSA and other drug-resistant organisms. Integrated Video Clips and Animations on the Companion CD and Evolve website are now highlighted in the margins of the book. Geriatric Considerations boxes are expanded and updated to better identify special considerations in drug therapy for older adults.
	Pharmacology Recall (Recall (Wolters Kluwer)) by: Anand Ramachandran publisher: Lippincott Raven, published: 2007-01 ASIN: 0781787300 EAN: 9780781787307 sales rank: 172087 Written for busy medical students and house officers, Pharmacology Recall minimizes the time spent reading and identifying important material and maximizes the time available for actual learning. Now you can have the print and audio versions together for even more convenient study. With rapid-fire questions and answers in downloadable MP3 files, you can use these files on any digital audio playback device, and they contain all the same content as the print version of Pharmacology Recall, Second Edition.
	Fundamentals of Pharmacology for Veterinary Technicians by: Janet Amundson Romich publisher: Delmar Cengage Learning, published: 2010-03-02 ASIN: 1435426002 EAN: 9781435426009 sales rank: 120157 Build a strong foundation for understanding how medications may help or potentially harm animals. FUNDAMENTALS OF PHARMACOLOGY FOR VETERINARY TECHNICIANS, 2E, follows a body-systems approach making it easy to correlate basic anatomy and physiology with the drugs used to treat diseases of each body system. A strong foundation of drug administration, pharmacokinetics, measurement systems, as well as drug approval and safety provides the concepts necessary to understand drug actions and safe drug administration. A StudyWARETM CD-ROM accompanies the book which provides additional practice via quizzes or games.
	Pharmacology for Nursing Care, 6e by: Richard A. Lehne PhD publisher: Saunders, published: 2006-06-29 ASIN: 1416025529 EAN: 9781416025528 sales rank: 210760 Always a student favorite, Pharmacology for Nursing Care offers a clear approach explaining drug prototypes and how they work. It provides the background needed to understand related drugs currently on the market, as well as drugs yet to be released. In simplifying a complex subject, this text focuses on the essentials of pharmacology. Large print is used to show "need-to-know" information, and small print is used for "nice to know" material. At the end of each chapter, a summary of major nursing implications helps in applying the material to real-world situations. This edition includes a new companion CD-ROM featuring NCLEX® examination-style review questions, a variety of electronic calculators, and animations depicting drug mechanisms and effects. Uses a prototype drug approach that places a strong emphasis on understanding over memorization - equipping students with the knowledge to learn not only about related drugs currently on the market, but also about those drugs that will be released once the student begins practice. Summaries of Major Nursing Implications at the end of each chapter provide an in-depth look at assessment, implementation, and ongoing evaluations. Utilizes large print for essential information and small print for "nice-to-know" information to help both faculty and students focus their limited classroom and study time on understanding the essentials. Concise drug summary tables present detailed information on individual drugs, including class, generic and trade names, dosages, routes, and indications. Key Points at the end of each chapter summarize content in a bulleted format to help students review important concepts. Prototype drug discussions employ a clear and consistent format with separate headings for Mechanism of Action; Pharmacologic Effects; Pharmacokinetics; Therapeutic Uses; Adverse Effects; Drug Interactions; and Preparations, Dosage, and Administration. An attractive full-color design adds visual interest, highlights key information, and facilitates student learning. Drugs for Multiple Sclerosis and Drugs for Hemophilia chapters. Drugs for Erectile Dysfunction and Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia chapter covers newsworthy drugs such as Viagra and Levitra. Special Interest Topics boxes on current issues in pharmacology, such as Medication-Overuse Headache: Too Much of a Good Thing and Face Time with Botox. Adult Immunization appendix summarizes the latest information on immunizations. Numerous new illustrations show drug mechanisms and effects, and depict topics such as histologic changes in Alzheimer's disease and the movement of drugs following GI absorption.
	Drugs and Behavior: An Introduction to Behavioral Pharmacology (6th Edition) by: William A. McKim publisher: Prentice Hall, published: 2006-10-14 ASIN: 013219788X EAN: 9780132197885 sales rank: 139522 For undergraduate courses in Drugs and Behavior Psychopharmacology, as well as graduate survey courses in Psychopharmacology.   This text gives an up-to-date description of the field of Behavioral Pharmacology. It starts by describing basic pharmacological concepts of drug administration and pharmacokinetics, research methodology including clinical trials, tolerance and withdrawal, drug conditioning, addiction processes, and neuroscience of drug action. Each chapter, thereafter, applies these concepts to different classes of both recreational and therapeutic drugs. Each chapter includes a section on the history of the drug class that places the drug in its historical and social context. It is written to be understandable to students without a background in Pharmacology or Neuroscience or Psychology.
	Lippincott's Illustrated Reviews : Pharmacology : Special Millennium Update by: Mary J. Mycek publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, published: 1999-11-15 ASIN: 0781724139 EAN: 9780781724135 sales rank: 194684 Students and faculty alike have attested to the extraordinary success rate of the Lippincott's Illustrated Reviews -- the unparalleled review texts that clarify the essentials students need to know for the Boards through an easy-to-use outline format. Now, this review series offers this updated Millennium Edition of Lippincott's Illustrated Review: Pharmacology, Second Edition that includes an updated and comprehensive insert containing information on important new drugs introduced since 1996. The index has been fully revised to reflect the additional information found within the text.Designed and edited by top educators, the book helps the student tie together the visual and cognitive elements of learning for superior recognition and recall. Many updated figures and tables, carefully crafted to complement and amplify the text, are completely integrated with the text. Infolink cross-references between the Pharmacology and Biochemistry volumes of the series, enabling students to interrelate the two disciplines.
	Workbook for Rau's Respiratory Care Pharmacology, 8e by: Douglas S. Gardenhire EdD(c) RRT-NPS publisher: Mosby, published: 2011-10-07 ASIN: 0323080278 EAN: 9780323080279 sales rank: 122749 The Workbook for Rau's Respiratory Care Pharmacology, 8th Edition is a valuable companion to the Rau text that offers a wide range of activities and practice exercises to further your understanding of challenging pharmacology material. Definitions, case studies, and content review break down complex concepts and help clarify key content from the text. NBRC exam-style questions, matching questions, fill-in-the-blank questions, and labeling exercises give you practice in applying those concepts and prepare you for the NBRC exam. Chapter objectives link workbook exercises to specific content from the textbook. A variety of pharmacology exercises hones your understanding of key terms and concepts. 80% more case-based scenarios help you develop the critical-thinking and analytical skills needed to succeed on the NBRC exam. 120 additional NBRC exam-style questions give you more practice with the types of questions you will encounter on the NBRC exam.
	Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics for the Veterinary Technician, 3e by: Robert L. Bill DVM PhD publisher: Mosby, published: 2006-06-13 ASIN: 0323011136 EAN: 9780323011136 sales rank: 226773 In order to facilitate a better understanding of the "how's" and "why's" behind current drug therapies administered in the veterinary field, this text takes a comprehensive look at therapeutic agents in use today. Following a unique body systems organization method, this text clearly identifies and rationalizes the effects of veterinary medication treatments that will allow better anticipation of a patient's response to various remedies. A variety of review methods including self-tests, summary tables, and critical thinking questions aid the reader's understanding of material presented and allow for practical application in the veterinary world. Covers fundamental principles of pharmacology in a manner appropriate for both veterinary technicians and students. Provides strong introductory content on safety, terminology, pharmaceutical procedures, drug handling, dosage calculations, and pharmacokinetics. Systematically organized, using chapter outlines for ease of pinpointing desired material, key terms, and learning objectives to better focus readers' learning. Summarizes ideas presented using review questions to better facilitate comprehension, and integrated Pharm Facts boxes highlighting important points within the text. Contains the latest OSHA requirements of safe drug and chemical handling in professional environments. New and updated information is presented on all drug categories including new types, applications of existing drugs, and descriptions of previous methods employed. The original, modern design features using a full-color format, new artwork, and a visually engaging design. "Clinical Applications" vignettes included in the text emphasize concepts related to how problems have arisen with individual drugs or therapies, and what can be learned to avoid similar situations. Self-test questions have been added to the end of each chapter, to help readers prepare for national and state credentialing examinations, as well as classroom work.
	Applied Pharmacology for the Dental Hygienist, 6e by: Elena Bablenis Haveles BS Pharm Pharm D publisher: Mosby, published: 2010-01-27 ASIN: 0323065589 EAN: 9780323065580 sales rank: 202519 Easy to read and easy to follow, Applied Pharmacology for the Dental Hygienist, 6th Edition provides an understanding of the basic principles of pharmacology. It covers the most common drugs that you will encounter in clinical practice -the drugs a patient may already be taking and the drugs prescribed by the dentist. A logical and consistent organization makes it easy to look up drug group indications, pharmacokinetics, pharmacologic effects, adverse reactions, drug interactions, and dosages. Ensure patient safety with this essential reference! Drug interactions are emphasized, with explanations of why specific drugs may or may not be appropriate for use in a dental treatment plan. Note boxes highlight important concepts, indications, contraindications, memory tools, warnings, and more. Chapter review questions help you assess your understanding. Informative appendixes make it easy to look up need-to-know information. A new Hygiene-Related Oral Disorders chapter summarizes prevention and treatment of dental caries, gingivitis, and tooth hypersensitivity. A new Natural/Herbal Products and Dietary Supplements chapter relates this fast-growing area to dental hygiene. New Dental Hygiene Considerations boxes show how principles of pharmacology apply specifically to dental hygienists. Additional illustrations and tables simplify difficult concepts, including topics such as receptors and metabolism. A new full-color insert illustrates examples of many common oral pathological conditions.
	Medical Pharmacology at a Glance by: Michael J. Neal publisher: Wiley-Blackwell, published: 2009-05-05 ASIN: 1405181974 EAN: 9781405181976 sales rank: 281645 The at a Glance series is popular among medical students and junior doctors for its concise and simple approach and excellent illustrations. Each bite-sized chapter is covered in a double-page spread with colour summary diagrams on the left page and explanatory text on the right. Covering a wide range of topics, books in the at a Glance series are ideal as introductory subject texts or for revision purposes, and are useful throughout medical school and beyond. Everything you need to know about Medical Pharmacology...at a Glance! Following the familiar, easy-to-use at a Glance format, and in full-colour, Medical Pharmacology at a Glance is an accessible introduction and revision text for medical students. Reflecting changes to the content and assessment methods used by medical schools, this at a Glance provides a user-friendly overview of medical pharmacology to encapsulate all that the student needs to know. Medical Pharmacology at a Glance: Addresses the key principles of medical pharmacology that are central to medicine Contains full-colour artwork throughout, making the subject easy to understand Presents schematic diagrams on the left page and concise explanations on the right Contains 10 self-assessment cases Explains the mechanisms involved in pharmacological processes and covers the mode of action and effects of drugs in clinical medicine Discusses the mechanisms of action of each drug, indicating the therapeutics of choice for specific conditions Covers basic principles of drug action; drug-receptor interactions; drug absorption, distribution and excretion; drug metabolism; how drugs act on specific body systems; and how drugs are used in a variety of common complaints Includes the latest changes in pharmacology and the British Pharmacological Society Core Curriculum This book is an invaluable resource for all medical students just starting their study of medical pharmacology and for those approaching finals, for pharmacology students, junior doctors and residents.

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