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Book Pharmacology for Canadian Pharmacy Technicians

Download or read book Pharmacology for Canadian Pharmacy Technicians written by Leland Norman Holland and published by . This book was released on 2020 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Pharmacology for Canadian Pharmacy Technicians

Download or read book Pharmacology for Canadian Pharmacy Technicians written by Leland Norman Holland and published by . This book was released on 2016-08 with total page 608 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: KEY BENEFITS: This text presents pharmacology from an interdisciplinary perspective. The text draws upon core concepts of anatomy, physiology, and pathology to make drug therapy understandable. It does not assume that the student comes to the course with a strong background in the natural or applied sciences. The prerequisite science knowledge necessary for understanding drug therapy is reviewed in each chapter that presents the core concepts in pharmacology. KEY TOPICS: The Practice of Pharmacy; Drug Classification, Regulation, and Approval (NEW); Drug Forms and Routes of Administration; Pharmacokinetics; Substance Use and Misuse; Using Drug References (NEW); Drugs for Disorders Associated with the Autonomic Nervous System; Drugs for Anxiety, Daytime Sedation, and Insomnia; Drugs for Behavioural, Emotional and Mood Disorders; Drugs for Psychoses & Degenerative Diseases; Drugs for Seizures; Drugs for the Control of Pain and Fever; Drugs for Local and General Anaesthesia; Drugs for Coagulation Disorders; Drugs for Hypertension; Drugs for Heart Failure; Drugs for Dysrhythmias; Drugs for Chest Pain, MI and Stroke; Drugs for Lipid Disorders; Drugs for Shock and Anaphylaxis; Drugs for Kidney, Acid-Base and Electrolyte Disorders; Drugs for Bacterial Infections; Drugs for Fungal, Viral, and Parasitic Diseases; Drugs for Neoplasia; Drugs for Respiratory Disorders; Drugs for Immune System Modulation; Drugs for Eye and Ear Disorders; Drugs for Gastrointestinal Disorders; Vitamins, Minerals and Nutritional Supplements; Drugs for Muscle Spasm and Bone Disorders; Drugs for Skin Disorders; Drugs for Endocrine Disorders; Drugs for Disorders and Conditions of the Reproductive Systems MARKET: This book is for Pharmacology courses offered in Pharmacy Technician and Pharmacy Assisting programs in Canada.

Book Understanding Pharmacology for Pharmacy Technicians

Download or read book Understanding Pharmacology for Pharmacy Technicians written by Mary Ann Stuhan and published by ASHP. This book was released on 2012-11-15 with total page 1016 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Using language and organization aimed directly at pharmacy technicians, Understanding Pharmacology for Pharmacy Technicians offers more than 700 pages of practical applications, safety issues and error prevention, and illustrative cases that not only explain how but why. Throughout the book, anatomy and physiology are discussed in relation to various disorders and associated pharmacotherapies to give the pharmacy technician students a context for how drugs work. Students using this book will learn the therapeutic effects of prescription medications, nonprescription medications, and alternative therapies commonly used to treat diseases affecting that system, and their adverse effects. An emphasis is placed on practical applications for the technician. What types of issues will technicians encounter at work? What is their role in patient education? How do they work with the pharmacist? Key features throughout the book: 77 case studies, including 249 case study questions More than 1,200 drugs discussed Pronunciations for difficult terms or words such as disease names Numerous figures and illustrations Alerts that point out areas of potential dangers or errors, including look-alike/sound-alike drugs. 335 practice points, including mention of any FDA-required patient medication guides, and any “special” drug storage and dispensing considerations, including beyond-use dating of open multi-use products. 110 commonly used and comprehensive drug tables. Chapter review questions The book’s content is written to meet ASHP accreditation standards and, therefore, is one of the most comprehensive books on the market related to pharmacology for technicians. For additional resources related to the book, visit www.ashp.org/techpharmacology.

Book Pharmacology for Pharmacy Technicians   E Book

Download or read book Pharmacology for Pharmacy Technicians E Book written by Kathy Moscou and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2018-11-02 with total page 510 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Master key scientific principles to prepare for certification and practice as a Pharmacy Technician. Pharmacology for Pharmacy Technicians, 3rd Edition, is a comprehensive, yet approachable text written specifically for your needs and offering complete coverage of the principles of pharmacology and the way drugs work within the body's systems. Concepts are supplemented throughout with patient scenarios, anatomy and physiology refreshers, drug monographs with pill photos, and a number of other learning aids to help you comprehend this subject matter. With its companion workbook, this learning package provides the essential foundation necessary to launch a successful and rewarding career in Pharmacy Technology! - Comprehensive, updated content is built to address the specific needs of Pharmacy Technician education. - Mini drug monographs in every body system and drug classification chapter contain valuable drug information and pill photos for quick reference. - Summary drug tables with generic/brand name, usual dose and dosing schedule, and warning labels offer at-a-glance access to information about specific drugs. - Helpful Tech Notes enhance your understanding of the practical knowledge needed in the pharmacy setting and help you relate new concepts to practical use. - Tech Alerts offer critical reminders and warnings to help you learn to identify and avoid common pharmacy errors. - Technician's Corner critical thinking exercises prepare you for on-the-job situations by providing you with a set of facts and asking you to reach a conclusion. - Updated drug information ensures you're familiar with the latest drug approvals and therapeutic considerations. - Key terminology list with definitions feature visual highlights within chapter discussions, and alphabetized list in the glossary. - UPDATED! Drug information reflects the latest dosage and prescription guidelines. - NEW! Coverage of advancements in the areas of vaccines, HIV/AIDS, cancer, and diabetes provide you with the latest information for these chronic conditions. - NEW! Additional artwork supports foundational and body-system pharmacology content. - IMPROVED! Streamlined incorporation of med term and A&P content into chapters.

Book Pharmacology for Pharmacy Technicians Pageburst E Book on VitalSource2

Download or read book Pharmacology for Pharmacy Technicians Pageburst E Book on VitalSource2 written by Kathy Moscou and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2012-12-01 with total page 817 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Overviews of anatomy and physiology at the beginning of each body system unit provide a basic understanding of anatomy and physiology to help you understand how drugs work in the body. Mini drug monographs in every body system and drug classification chapter contain valuable drug information and pill photos for quick reference. Summary drug tables with generic/brand name, usual dose and dosing schedule, and warning labels offer at-a-glance access to information about specific drugs. Helpful "Tech Notes" enhance your understanding of the practical knowledge needed in the pharmacy setting and helpyou relate new concepts to practical use. " Tech Alerts "offer critical reminders and warnings to help you learn to identify and avoid common pharmacy errors. "Technician's Corner" critical thinking" "exercises prepare you for on-the-job situations by providing a set of facts and askingyou to reach a conclusion.Updated drug information ensures you are familiar with the latest drug approvals and therapeutic considerations. Additional learning resources on the companion Evolve website include: Certification practice exam to better prepare you for the PTCB or ExCPT exam.More recall exercises and games to help you retain complex information."

Book Pharmacology for Technicians

    Book Details:
  • Author : Don A. Ballington
  • Publisher : Amer Soc Health-System Pharmacists
  • Release : 1999
  • ISBN : 9780763800963
  • Pages : 484 pages

Download or read book Pharmacology for Technicians written by Don A. Ballington and published by Amer Soc Health-System Pharmacists. This book was released on 1999 with total page 484 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This text for a pharmacology course for students in a pharmacy technician program focuses on drug classes and mechanisms of action in ordr to explain why certain drugs are prescribed for particular disease states. This second edition offers updated discussion of drug actions and interactions, and expanded treatment of generic drugs, the drug approval process, and pharmacokinetics. Internet research exercises are also new to this edition. Ballington is program coordinator for the pharmacy technician training program at Midlands Technical College (Columbia, South Carolina); Laughlin is affiliated with the Regional Medical Center in Memphis, Tennessee and the U. of Tennessee. Annotation copyrighted by Book News Inc., Portland, OR.

Book Workbook and Lab Manual for Mosby s Pharmacy Technician

Download or read book Workbook and Lab Manual for Mosby s Pharmacy Technician written by and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2015-01-28 with total page 497 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With chapter-by-chapter review and practice, this easy-to-use workbook and lab manual reinforces your understanding of key facts and concepts from Mosby's Pharmacy Technician: Principles and Practice, 4th Edition. Chapter-specific lab exercises and skill check-off sheets correspond to procedures in the textbook, and a wide variety of review questions (including fill-in-the-blank, matching, true/false, and multiple-choice), exercises, and activities help you study more effectively and learn to apply your knowledge for success on the job. Practice with the most important subject areas taught in pharmacy technician programs prepares you for the PTCE and your future job. Critical thinking exercises help you apply what you've learned to real-life situations. Fill-in-the-blank, matching, true/false, and multiple-choice questions reinforce chapter material. UNIQUE! Internet research activities prepare you for research tasks you will encounter on the job. Math calculation exercises help you master this difficult area of pharmacology. NEW! Chapter-specific lab exercises give you applicable laboratory experience and practice. NEW! Skill check-off sheets let you track your progress with textbook procedures.

Book Stoelting s Pharmacology   Physiology in Anesthetic Practice

Download or read book Stoelting s Pharmacology Physiology in Anesthetic Practice written by Pamela Flood and published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. This book was released on 2021-03-31 with total page 2395 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Comprehensive, readable, and clinically oriented, Stoelting’s Pharmacology & Physiology in Anesthetic Practice, Sixth Edition, covers all aspects of pharmacology and physiology that are relevant either directly or indirectly to the anesthetic practice—a challenging topic that is foundational to the practice of anesthesia and essential to master. This systems-based, bestselling text has been thoroughly updated by experts in the field, giving you the detailed information needed to make the most informed clinical decisions about the care of your patients.

Book Principles of Pharmacology

    Book Details:
  • Author : David E. Golan
  • Publisher : Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
  • Release : 2011-12-15
  • ISBN : 1608312704
  • Pages : 978 pages

Download or read book Principles of Pharmacology written by David E. Golan and published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. This book was released on 2011-12-15 with total page 978 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Now in its third edition, Principles of Pharmacology presents content in a conceptual framework that maximizes understanding and retention and minimizes rote memorization. It takes students "beyond the disease" and deep into physiologic, biochemical, and pathophysiologic systems where drugs activate or inhibit these systems by interacting with molecular and cellular targets. This unique approach ensures understanding of the mechanisms of drug actions on the body, and ultimately, in treating the human patient. Ideal for introductory pharmacology courses that emphasize critical thinking, molecular understanding, systems-based integration, and clinical preparation, the text: Features chapter-opening clinical cases and questions to establish a context for the discussion and the answers that follow Presents signature drug summary tables, updated and organized by mechanism of action, with information on clinical applications, adverse effects, contraindications, and therapeutic considerations Incorporates NEW full-color illustrations throughout, suiting the needs of visual learners and more effectively presenting concepts covered in the narrative Integrates timely content, including recently approved drugs as well as current research on drug mechanisms of action Delivers course and review material appropriate for students through a uniquely collaborative authorship consisting of medical students, residents, and faculty

Book Lippincott NCLEX RN Pharmacology Review

Download or read book Lippincott NCLEX RN Pharmacology Review written by Rebecca Hill and published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. This book was released on 2019-08-14 with total page 464 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Master the Pharmacology Concepts You’ll Encounter on Your Licensure Exam! Reinforce your understanding and ready yourself for success with this comprehensive review of critical pharmacology content covered on the NCLEX-RN®. Lippincott® Pharmacology Review for NCLEX-RN® summarizes core medication classes and their associated conditions in an easy-to-use format accompanied by ample practice questions to help you excel on your exams and make a confident transition to clinical practice. Streamlined, bulleted format reinforces key information at a glance. NCLEX-style review questions test your retention of essential concepts and familiarize you with the exam experience. Detailed answer key offers instant remediation including full rationales, Bloom’s Taxonomy levels and Client Need categories for each question. Free 7-day Lippincott® PassPoint trial provides personalized, adaptive online test preparation to enhance your test-taking confidence.

Book Pharmacology

    Book Details:
  • Author : Karen Whalen
  • Publisher : LWW
  • Release : 2018-06-25
  • ISBN : 9781496384133
  • Pages : 0 pages

Download or read book Pharmacology written by Karen Whalen and published by LWW. This book was released on 2018-06-25 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Lippincott Illustrated Reviews: Pharmacology, Seventh Edition, is the updated, enhanced version of the student-favorite resource for essentials of medical pharmacology. The first-and-best resource, the Lippincott Illustrated Reviews series features clear, effective writing and hundreds of illustrations for ideal rapid review and the assimilation of complex information. Clear, sequential images present mechanisms of action and focus on showing rather than telling students how drugs work. Nearly 600 annotated, full-color illustrations visually explain complex processes! Outline format ideal for concise review and foundational learning"--

Book Canadian Pharmacy Exams

    Book Details:
  • Author : Fatima Marankan
  • Publisher :
  • Release : 2020-07-25
  • ISBN :
  • Pages : 290 pages

Download or read book Canadian Pharmacy Exams written by Fatima Marankan and published by . This book was released on 2020-07-25 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Canadian Pharmacy Exams - Pharmacy Technician MCQ Review, 2nd Edition 2021NEW! COVID-19 Tutorial. The regulation of pharmacy technicians in Canada has led to an expanded scope of practice. Despite some variations from jurisdiction to jurisdiction, the core competencies of pharmacy technicians practice identified by the National Association of Pharmacy Regulatory Authorities (NAPRA©) remain consistent nationally. In order to become regulated (certified) a pharmacy technician must satisfy the requirements of the Pharmacy Examining Board of Canada (PEBC®) by completing successfully the Qualifying Exam divided in Part 1: MCQ (questions) and Part 2: OSPE (stations) to ensure pharmacy technicians have the necessary entry-level professional knowledge, skills and abilities to work effectively and safely within their scope of practice. The following core competencies of pharmacy technician practice, represent the keystones of the Qualifying Exam (MCQ and OSPE):7.Ethical, Legal and Professional Responsibilities 8.Patient Care9.Product Distribution10.Practice Setting11.Health Promotion12.Knowledge and Research ApplicationPharmacy technicians and pharmacists work as a team to ensure optimal delivery of drug therapy. To that end, pharmacy technicians are primarily responsible for the technical aspects of a prescription whereas pharmacists focus on its clinical implications. Both groups assume responsibility for their own actions, contribute to the overall functioning of the pharmacy, and are accountable to the public.Canadian Pharmacy Exams(tm) - Pharmacy Technician MCQ Review is designed as a self-study tool to help the student seeking Certification/Regulation in Canada test his/her exam readiness, identify areas of strength and weakness. The book provides and extensive review of the competencies listed above. It contains over 750 exam-type questions and answers, and scenarios with solutions divided in 8 sets. In addition, 40 appendices have been included to summarize important drug related adverse effects and interactions (Rx and OTC), compounding skills, Canadian cannabis basics, herbals products, cytotoxic drugs, vitamins and much more. Answers are supplemented by comments and explanations to ensure further understanding and learning of new concepts. These comments are truly the keystone of Canadian Pharmacy Exams(tm). We trust that each Canadian Pharmacy Exams(tm) book is a valuable learning and self-assessment tool towards Canadian Pharmacy Licensure or Canadian Pharmacy Technician Certification/Regulation.The following books are also available on Amazon: Canadian Pharmacy Exams(tm) Pharmacy Technician OSPE WorkbookCanadian Pharmacy Exams(tm) Fast Review of Pharmacy Technician Regulation CompetenciesCheck our websites https://www.cpeprep.com or https://www.cpepreponline.com for:- Trusted Convenient Comprehensive Canadian Pharmacy Exams(tm) Online Review- Computer-Based MCQ Exam Practice on the platform of the educational giant Udemy Gain valuable computer testing skills to prepare for success!- Formerly, CCCEP Accredited Online Pharmacy Technician Regulation Review- Numerous FREE pharmacy exam resources including exam readiness tests and compounding videos- FREE One Day Online Review Trial. Thank you to all contributing reviewers!

Book Pharmaceutical Calculations for Pharmacy Technicians  A Worktext

Download or read book Pharmaceutical Calculations for Pharmacy Technicians A Worktext written by Jahangir Moini and published by Cengage Learning. This book was released on 2012-05-14 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Math is a critical element of pharmaceutical care and a sound knowledge of math concepts is key to succeeding as a pharmacy technician. The second edition of PHARMACEUTICAL CALCULATIONS FOR PHARMACY TECHNICIANS: A WORKTEXT provides an effective, hands-on guide to essential math skills, from simple addition and subtraction to formulas used in dosage calculations and basic business math. This highly practical reference helps students develop strong math skills to perform accurate calculations with confidence and prevent medication errors. In addition to informative content, the text includes abundant examples of medication labels, medical forms, and other images to help students apply professional skills in real-life situations. Now thoroughly updated, this edition is more useful than ever, providing an invaluable resource for students and professional pharmacy technicians alike. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.

Book Core Concepts in Pharmacology

Download or read book Core Concepts in Pharmacology written by Leland Norman Holland and published by Prentice Hall. This book was released on 2011 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This comprehensive, up-to-date text introduces pharmacology from an interdisciplinary perspective, illuminating core concepts of anatomy, physiology, and pathology that make drug therapy understandable to all nursing students. Organized around body systems and diseases, it clearly places each drug in context. Its focused nursing content includes easy-to-read flowcharts that illuminate assessment, diagnosis, planning, interventions, patient education, discharge planning, and evaluation. This edition contains new chapters on the nursing process and drugs for degenerative diseases and muscles; new Safety Alerts; new coverage of weight loss surgery and drugs; revamped NCLEX-PN® questions; a brand-new glossary, and many other improvements. Some new feautres to this edition include: New! Full chapter on the nursing process New! All-new chapter on drugs for degenerative diseases and muscles New! Safety Alerts call attention to medication errors and Joint Commission safety guidelines Updated! End-of-chapter NCLEX-PN® questions completely revamped to reflect the latest practice New! Scenario-based Case Study Questions help students apply pharmacology and nursing care to specific clients and circumstances

Book Dale s Pharmacology Condensed E Book

Download or read book Dale s Pharmacology Condensed E Book written by Clive P. Page and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2019-12-25 with total page 179 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Covering the essential basic science and principles of pharmacology using concise text and diagrams, Dale's Pharmacology Condensed, 3rd Edition, presents the key facts and concepts that are key to understanding how drugs work and their underlying pathophysiological processes. Each of the 50 short chapters provides an organized, consistent approach to efficient learning and retention of complex information. This concise text is an ideal companion volume to Rang and Dale's Pharmacology, as well as a stand-alone condensed textbook or review book for exams. - All content has been thoroughly revised and updated, with new coverage of fast-moving therapeutic areas such as cancer treatments, dermatology and immune mediated diseases, and new developments in pharmacological principles such as biased agonism. - Each two-page (or less) chapter condenses key information from Rang and Dale's Pharmacology to provide the necessary core knowledge, as well as essential therapeutic information. - New editors are experienced teachers who provide a clear focus on what today's students need to know. - Ideal for exam preparation with explanatory diagrams throughout, important drugs identified with bold type, and 50 multiple choice questions for self-assessment and review.

Book Crash Course Pharmacology

    Book Details:
  • Author : Catrin Page
  • Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
  • Release : 2018-11-06
  • ISBN : 0702073458
  • Pages : 281 pages

Download or read book Crash Course Pharmacology written by Catrin Page and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2018-11-06 with total page 281 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Crash Course – your effective every-day study companion PLUS the perfect antidote for exam stress! Save time and be assured you have the essential information you need in one place to excel on your course and achieve exam success. A winning formula now for over 20 years, each series volume has been fine-tuned and fully updated – with an improved full-colour layout tailored to make your life easier. Especially written by senior students or junior doctors – those who understand what is essential for exam success – with all information thoroughly checked and quality assured by expert Faculty Advisers, the result are books which exactly meet your needs and you know you can trust. Each chapter guides you succinctly through the full range of curriculum topics, integrating clinical considerations with the relevant basic science and avoiding unnecessary or confusing detail. A range of text boxes help you get to the hints, tips and key points you need fast! A fully revised self-assessment section matching the latest exam formats is included to check your understanding and aid exam preparation. The accompanying enhanced, downloadable eBook completes this invaluable learning package. Series volumes have been honed to meet the requirements of today’s medical students, although the range of other health students and professionals who need rapid access to the essentials of pharmacology will also love the unique approach of Crash Course. Whether you need to get out of a fix or aim for a distinction Crash Course is for you! Provides the exam syllabus in one place - saves valuable revision time Written by senior students and recent graduates - those closest to what is essential for exam success Quality assured by leading Faculty Advisors - ensures complete accuracy of information Features the ever popular 'Hints and Tips' boxes and other useful aide-mémoires - distilled wisdom from those in the know Updated self-assessment section matching the latest exam formats – confirm your understanding and improve exam technique fast

Book Pharmacy Technician

    Book Details:
  • Author : Teresa Hopper
  • Publisher :
  • Release : 2004
  • ISBN : 9780721694368
  • Pages : 0 pages

Download or read book Pharmacy Technician written by Teresa Hopper and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This reliable resource presents a thorough and concise presentation of basic pharmacology. Written at the appropriate level for pharmacy technician students in any type of programs and for those being trained on the job, it features a full color design that fully engages the reader along with many unique features that make learning more interesting and more meaningful. Instructor resources are available; please contact your Elsevier sales representative for details. Section I, General Pharmacy, provides an overview of pharmacy practice as it relates to pharmacy technicians to help readers understand the role of a technician in the pharmacy setting. Section Two, Body Systems, provides a body systems approach to pharmacology to enhance the reader's understanding of why, how, and what drugs are used in the clinical setting for various body systems. Section Three, Classifications of Drugs presents a general breakdown of how similar agents are used to treat conditions to help readers understand how similar agents work in the body. Brief anatomy and physiology discussions in the body systems chapters help build a foundation for how the drugs work in the human body. Objectives are listed at the beginning of each chapter to clearly outline what readers are expected to understand from the chapter. Key terms with definitions appear at the beginning of all chapters to identify new terminology and make it easier to learn the new vocabulary that is vital to success on the job. A list of the drugs discussed within a chapter, along with the pronunciation, appear at the beginning of each chapter to help familiarize readers with the drugs they need to be familiar with on the job. Comprehensive drug tables that include pictures of drugs - enhancing the reference value of the text while providing readers with quick, easy to understand information about specific drugs. Tech Notes interspersed throughout the text provide readers with helpful on-the-job hints. Pharmacist's Perspective boxes make content more interesting by relating the material to on-the-job situations viewed through the eyes of the pharmacist. The Tech's Corner at the end of each chapter promotes critical thinking skills by encouraging readers to pull together a collection of facts and information to reach a conclusion. An attractive full color design makes the text inviting and information more accessible. More than 300 photos and illustrations throughout the text help readers understand new concepts and procedures. Key points appear at the end of each chapter before the review questions to facilitate the understanding of key concepts presented in the chapter. Review Questions appear at the end of each chapter to help readers assess their knowledge and understanding of the chapter content before moving on. A bibliography appears at the end of each chapter to supply readers with additional sources to go to for further information on the chapter topic. A comprehensive glossary including all key terms and definitions is located at the end of the book - providing one central location to look up the meaning of new terminology.