The ideal resource for licensed practical nursing, medical assisting and other allied health careers, Colbert/James/Katrancha's OEssentials of Pharmacology for Health Professions,O 10th Edition, delivers need to know drug information in a reader-friendly format. Clinical application is emphasized, ensuring students understand the relevancy and importance of material. Part I offers a comprehensive review of pharmacologic principles, while Part II covers specific drug classifications and their medical uses. Chapters organize drugs by classifications, including the purpose, side effects, interactions, cautions and contraindications. Medication preparation, supplies and route of administration are thoroughly covered. CengageOs online learning platform, MindTap, offers students updated resources and enhanced study tools and assessments to support their learning, understanding and retention.
Part I: INTRODUCTION.
1. Consumer Safety and Drug Regulations.
2. Drug Names and References.
3. Sources and Bodily Effects of Drugs.
4. Medication Preparations and Supplies.
5. Abbreviations and Systems of Measurement.
6. Safe Dosage Preparation.
7. Responsibilities and Principles of Drug Administration.
8. Administration by the Gastrointestinal Route.
9. Administration by Parenteral and Other Routes.
10. Poison Control.
Part II: DRUG CLASSIFICATIONS.
11. Nutritional Concepts of Pharmacology.
12. Integumentary System Medications.
13. Autonomic Nervous System Drugs.
14. Cardiovascular Drugs.
15. Urinary System Drugs.
16. Gastrointestinal Drugs.
17. Respiratory System Drugs and Antihistamines.
18. Eye and Ear Medications.
19. Central Nervous System Drugs: Analgesics, Sedatives, and Hypnotics.
20. Psychotropic Medications, Alcohol, Drug Abuse and Withdrawal Agents.
21. Musculoskeletal and Anti-inflammatory Drugs.
22. Anticonvulsants, Antiparkinsonian Drugs, and Agents for Alzheimer's Disease.
23. Endocrine System Drugs.
24. Reproductive System Drugs.
25. Anti-infective Drugs and Vaccines.
26. Antineoplastic Drugs.
27. Age Related Medication Issues.
Comprehensive Review Exam for Part I.
Comprehensive Review Exam for Part II.
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