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• Title:Essentials of pharmacology for health professions / Ruth Woodrow, Bruce J. Colbert, David M. Smith.
  
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• Author/Creator:Woodrow, Ruth.
  
• Other Contributors/Collections:Colbert, Bruce J.
  Smith, David M.
  
• Published/Created:Stamford, CT : Cenage Learning, ©2015.
  

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  • Location:BMB LIBRARY (VGH) stacksWhere is this?
    
  • Call Number: QV4 .W893e 2015
    
  • Number of Items:1
    
  • Status:Available
    

   
• Library of Congress Subjects:Pharmacology.
  Pharmacology--Examinations, questions, etc.
  Allied health personnel.
  
• Medical Subjects: Pharmacology.
  Allied Health Personnel.
  Drug Therapy.
  
• Genre/Form:Examinations.
  
• Edition:7th ed.
  
• Description:xxviii, 639 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 28 cm
  
• Summary:Now in its 7th Edition, ESSENTIALS OF PHARMACOLOGY FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONS is the best-selling resource for those preparing for licensed practical nursing, medical assisting, and other allied health careers. Clear, concise writing focused on "need to know" drug information gives readers the confidence to master pharmacology. Learn calculations quickly through a simplified step-by-step process. Part I chapters center on basic pharmacologic principles. Medication preparation, supplies, and specific information on each route of administration is covered. Administration checklists allow the learner to put the knowledge into practice. . Part II chapters organize drugs by classifications, and includes purpose, side effects, cautions, interactions, and contraindications. Patient education is highlighted for each category. Reference tables with each classification list the most commonly prescribed drugs according to generic and trade names, with dosage and available forms. The complete pharmacology resource for allied health professionals at every experience level, ESSENTIALS OF PHARMACOLOGY FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONS, 7th Edition also makes a great refresher and on-the-job reference.
  
• Notes:Includes bibliographical references and index.
  
• ISBN:9781285077888 (Paper)
  1285077881
  
• Contents:Machine generated contents note: pt. 1 INTRODUCTION TO PHARMACOLOGIC PRINCIPLES
  ch. 1 Consumer Safety and Drug Regulations
  Drug Laws
  FDA and DEA
  Health Care Practitioners and the Law
  ch. 2 Drug Names and References
  Classifications
  Identifying Names
  Legal Terms Referring to Drugs
  Terms Indicating Drug Actions
  Drug References
  Internet as Reference
  ch. 3 Sources and Bodily Effects of Drugs
  Sources of Drugs
  Effects of Drugs
  Drug Processing by the Body (Pharmacokinetics)
  Other Variables Affecting Drug Action
  Unexpected Responses to Drugs
  ch. 4 Medication Preparations and Supplies
  Nontraditional Drug Forms and Devices
  Standard Drug Forms
  Supplies
  ch. 5 Abbreviations and Systems of Measurement
  Abbreviations
  Systems of Measurement
  ch. 6 Safe Dosage Calculations
  Basic Arithmetic Test
  Calculation Guidelines
  Method 1 Basic Calculation
  Method 2 Ratio and Proportion
  Pediatric Dosage
  Geriatric Dosage
  Prevention of Medication Errors
  ch. 7 Responsibilities and Principles of Drug Administration
  Responsible Drug Administration
  Medication Errors
  Principles of Administration
  ch. 8 Administration by the Gastrointestinal Route
  Administration of Medications Orally
  Administration of Medications by Nasogastric Tube
  Administration of Medications by Gastric Tube
  Administration of Medications Rectally
  ch. 9 Administration by the Parenteral Route
  Sublingual and Buccal Administration
  Transcutaneous Drug Delivery System
  Inhalation Route
  Injections
  Skin Medications
  Application to the Mucous Membranes
  Eye Medications
  ch. 10 Poison Control
  Poisoning by Ingestion
  Poisoning by Inhalation
  External Poisoning of Skin or Eyes
  Poisoning by Sting and Snakebite
  People at Risk
  pt. 2 DRUG CLASSIFICATIONS
  ch. 11 Vitamins, Minerals, and Herbs
  Fat-Soluble Vitamins
  Water-Soluble Vitamins
  Minerals
  Antioxidants
  Alternative Medicines
  Suggested Readings
  ch. 12 Skin Medications
  Antipruritics
  Corticosteroids
  Emollients and Protectants
  Keratolyses
  Enzyme Preparations
  Scabicides and Pediculicides
  Local Anti-Infectives
  Burn Medications
  Agents Used to Treat Acne
  Cautions for Topical Medications
  ch. 13 Autonomic Nervous System Drugs
  Adrenergics
  Adrenergic Blockers
  Cholinergics
  Cholinergic Blockers
  ch. 14 Antineoplastic Drugs
  Antimetabolites
  Alkylating Agents
  Mitotic Inhibitors
  Antitumor Antibiotics
  Hormones and Hormone Modifiers
  Biological Therapies
  Colony
  Stimulating Factors
  Monoclonal Antibodies
  Targeted Therapies
  Vaccines
  Radioactive Isotopes
  Cautions and Responsibilities for Antineoplastic Drugs
  ch. 15 Urinary System Drugs
  Diuretics
  Medications for Gout
  Bladder Antispasmodics
  Cholinergics
  Urinary Analgesics
  Treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
  ch. 16 Gastrointestinal Drugs
  Antacids
  Agents for Treatment of Ulcers and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
  Gastric Mucosal Agents
  GI Antispasmodics or Anticholinergics
  Agents for Inflammatory Bowel Disease
  Antidiarrheal Drugs
  Antiflatulents
  Laxatives and Cathartics
  Antiemetics
  ch. 17 Anti-infective Drugs
  Resistance
  Adverse Reactions
  Vaccines or Immunizations
  Aminoglycosides
  Cephalosporins
  Macrolides
  Penicillins
  Carbapenems
  Quinolones
  Tetracyclines
  Antifungals
  Antituberculosis Agents
  Miscellaneous Anti-infectives
  Agents for VRE
  Sulfonamides
  Urinary Anti-infectives
  Antivirals
  Treatment of Human Immunodeficiency Virus/AIDS Infections
  HIV Information and Resources
  ch. 18 Eye Medications
  Anti-infectives
  Anti-inflammatory Agents
  Antiglaucoma Agents
  Mydriatics
  Local Anesthetics
  ch. 19 Analgesics, Sedatives, and Hypnotics
  Analgesics
  Local Anesthetics
  Antimigraine Agents
  Sedatives and Hypnotics
  ch. 20 Psychotropic Medications, Alcohol, and Drug Abuse
  CNS Stimulants
  Selective Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitor (SNRI) for ADHD
  Antidepressants
  Antimanic Agents
  Anxiolytics
  Antipsychotic Medications/Major Tranquilizers
  Drug Abuse
  Alcohol
  Prescription Drug Abuse
  Illegal Drug Abuse
  ch. 21 Musculoskeletal and Anti-inflammatory Drugs
  Skeletal Muscle Relaxants
  Anti-inflammatory Drugs
  Osteoporosis Therapy
  ch. 22 Anticonvulsants, Antiparkinsonian Drugs, and Agents for Alzheimer's Disease
  Anticonvulsants
  Drug Therapy for Generalized and Partial Seizures
  Drug Therapy for Febrile Seizures
  Drug Therapy for Absence Seizures
  Antiparkinsonian Drugs
  Agents for Restless Legs Syndrome
  Agents for Alzheimer's Disease
  ch. 23 Endocrine System Drugs
  Pituitary Hormones
  Adrenal Corticosteroids
  Thyroid Disorders
  Antidiabetic Agents
  ch. 24 Reproductive System Drug
  Gonadotropics
  Androgens
  Erectile Dysfunction Medications
  Estrogens
  Progestins
  Choice of Contraceptives
  Drugs For Labor and Delivery
  Other Gonadotropic Drugs
  ch. 25 Cardiovascular Drugs
  Cardiac Glycosides (Digoxin)
  Antiarrhythmic Agents
  Antihypertensives
  Other Antihypertensives
  Coronary Vasodilators
  Antilipemic Agents
  Antithrombotic Agents
  Thrombolytic Agents
  Hematopoietic Agents
  ch. 26 Respiratory System Drugs and Antihistamines
  Respiratory Diseases and Disorders
  Oxygen Therapy
  Respiratory Stimulants
  Bronchodilators
  Corticosteroids
  Asthma Prophylaxis
  Mucolytics and Expectorants
  Antitussives
  Antihistamines
  Decongestants
  Safety of Cough
  Cold
  Allergy Products
  Smoking-Cessation Aids
  ch. 27 Drugs and Older Adults
  Physiologic Changes with age
  Potentially Inappropriate Medication use in Older Adults
  Drugs to Avoid with Certain Medical Conditions
  Polypharmacy
  Suggested Reading.