Download or read book Study Guide for Pharmacology for Health Professionals written by W. Renee Acosta and published by Jones & Bartlett Publishers. This book was released on 2020-06-15 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Study Guide for Pharmacology for Health Professionals, Second Edition is designed for use in conjunction with the textbook, Pharmacology for Health Professionals, Second Edition, or with other texts in undergraduate pharmacology for health professions students.
Download or read book Pharmacology for Health Professionals written by W. Renee Acosta and published by Jones & Bartlett Learning. This book was released on 2020-06-08 with total page 598 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pharmacology for Health Professionals, Second Edition is specifically written for students who may not directly administer drugs in their chosen health profession, but who will be involved in patient care and therefore need to understand basic pharmacological principles and practices
Download or read book How Drugs Work written by Hugh McGavock and published by Radcliffe Publishing. This book was released on 2005 with total page 182 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Primary healthcare premises are increasingly becoming more sophisticated offering health promotion minor surgery and specialist services. The acquisition of new premises expansion or investment in traditional surgeries can be the greatest financial commitment and also one of the most daunting. This book is specifically written to enable development with minimal disruption to the daily medical routine. The book contains viewpoints of specialists with many years' experience gained from working in their individual fields. It is essential reading for GPs trainees practice managers and professional advisers to general practice. Specialist architects solicitors financial advisors accountants and health authority managers will also achieve a better understanding of this complex subject.
Download or read book Study Guide written by Susan M. Turley and published by . This book was released on 1999 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Pharmacology for Health Professionals 6e written by Kathleen Knights and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2022-11-26 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you are worried that studying pharmacology will be difficult to apply to clinical practice, Pharmacology for Health Professionals is the book for you. Written by experienced health professional educators, this textbook brings the study of drugs and medicines to life. This title is considered the most authoritative text in Australia and New Zealand for nursing and allied health students, but it is also highly accessible. The use of easily flowing material, integration with physiology and pathophysiology, and focus on clinically relevant information clearly show how pharmacology concepts can be applied in practice. Fully updated in its sixth edition, the book will help students master this complex and constantly changing area of their studies and is suitable for use in many undergraduate health professional courses including nursing, paramedicine, pharmacy, podiatry, optometry, midwifery, speech pathology and general biomedical/health science programs. Focus on clinical application of pharmacology through review exercises, clinical focus boxes and prescribing considerations Critical thinking scenarios in each chapter reinforce pharmacological concepts and clinical application Humanoid models illustrate pharmacological or adverse effects of drugs Contextualised for Australian and New Zealand students Includes life span/gender/cultural considerations where relevant Comprehensive Drugs at a Glance table in each chapter An eBook included in all print purchases Additional resources on Evolve: eBook on VitalSource Instructor resources: - Test bank - Solutions to in text end-of-chapter review questions - Additional Critical Thinking Scenarios and model answers - Image collection - Comparative 5e to 6e table of contents - Nursing and paramedicine specific resources including learning objectives, case studies and clinical practice considerations Student resources: - Animations - Clinical Interest boxes - Student quizzes Updated to reflect current evidence-based practice New and emerging topics introduced, including patient safety, drugs in aged care and vaccines Key terms facilitate student learning New figures illustrating mechanism of action of major drug classes Elsevier Adaptive Quizzing for Pharmacology for Health Professionals 6e included in all print purchases. Corresponding chapter-by-chapter to the core text, EAQ prepares students for tutorials, lectures and exams, with access to thousands of exam-style questions at their fingertips
Download or read book Pharmacology for Health Professionals written by Bronwen Bryant and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2010-11-15 with total page 2774 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A new edition of the landmark pharmacology textbook for health science students in Australia and New Zealand The third edition of Pharmacology for Health Professionals continues to be the one-stop pharmacology reference for students studying health science. Pharmacology for Health Professionals, 3rd Edition is thoroughly revised and updated to include the latest information on the clinical use of drugs, as well as their application to specific disciplines within the health professions. Working from a multidisciplinary approach throughout, this invaluable resource is ordered by body system and retains the features that have proved popular with health science students and lecturers, such as clinical interest boxes, drug monographs, chapter summaries and review exercises. This authoritative pharmacology textbook gives a comprehensive introduction to important pharmacology principles and concepts, with a strong focus on therapeutics. Written specifically for the Australasian region, Pharmacology for Health Professionals, 3rd Edition reflects local generic drug names, drug availability and clinical uses, along with local aspects of scheduling, drug legislation and ethical issues. Elsevier’s Evolve website provides an extensive ancillary package for students and lecturers, including: • drug mechanism animations for pharmacology lecturers • a courseware management system for pharmacology lecturers • an updated test bank for pharmacology lecturers • a comprehensive image collection for pharmacology lecturers • answers to end of chapter review questions, downloadable for lecturers to share with students if desired • updated discipline-specific information for nursing, midwifery, paramedic and complementary medicines, including supplementary content, crosswords, case studies with accompanying questions, and discipline-specific learning objectives • a dosage calculations companion with self-test questions to help pharmacology students learn the essentials of drug calculations • chapter-by chapter-self-assessment quizzes for pharmacology students • web links for further information • clinical interest boxes discussing items of special interest, such as drug research, complementary medicines, Indigenous medications, and specialist New Zealand pharmacology content • icons indicating when additional online material is available for nursing, midwifery, paramedic or complementary medicine students in Australia and New Zealand • Anatomy and Physiology integrated throughout. • Extensively updated – - Over the counter drugs and complementary therapies – expanded drug list especially with regards to Complementary Therapies - Legal and Ethical Foundations of Pharmacotherapy – Changes to regulations including extended prescribing rights in other professions eg. nursing, podiatry etc - Overview of Neoplasia and Cancer Chemotherapy – significantly changed to reflect new research. • New Drug Monographs - describe prototypes of key drug groups or commonly prescribed drugs and include recommended dosage and administration information. • New layout and design to ensure chapters are easy to read. • Paramedic specific drug table on evolve.
Download or read book Study Guide for Pharmacology for Health Professionals written by Jean Zorko and published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. This book was released on 2005 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Stark State College of Technology, Canton, OH. Workbook reinforces the key concepts of the parent text of the same title, 1st edition, c2005. Chapter specific exercises include true/false, multiple choice, fact recall, fill-in-the-blank, and listing. Also includes clinical applications. Text also available and listed on 2005-11. Softcover with perforated edges.
Download or read book Study Guide written by Susan M. Turley and published by . This book was released on 1999 with total page 94 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Pharmacology for Health Professionals written by Sally S. Roach and published by Lippincott Raven. This book was released on 2005 with total page 596 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This text is designed for a one-semester course for health professions students who will not administer drugs but need a foundation in pharmacology. Organized by body system, the text explains the basics of clinical pharmacology and the actions, indications, contraindications, adverse effects, and interactions of drug classes. Full-color illustrations highlight and explain important concepts and techniques. Information on specific drugs is presented in bulleted lists, boxes, and tables. Chapters include key terms, key points, Website activities, case studies, review questions, and critical thinking exercises based on real-life patient care situations. A bonus CD-ROM contains additional learning activities. An Instructor's Manual with CD-ROM includes a test generator and PowerPoint slides.
Download or read book Study Guide for Introduction to Clinical Pharmacology E Book written by Marilyn Winterton Edmunds and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2015-01-29 with total page 199 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Get the most out of your textbook with this helpful study tool! Corresponding to the chapters in Introduction to Clinical Pharmacology, 8th Edition, by Marilyn Edmunds, this study guide offers a rich variety of learning resources to help you master nursing pharmacology and medication safety. Worksheets in each chapter include review questions, along with math review, dosage calculation exercises, and research and critical thinking activities emphasizing clinical decision-making and prioritization. Correlation to the Introduction to Clinical Pharmacology textbook and Evolve resources reinforces key safety content such as drug interactions, allergic reactions, adverse drug responses, care of the older adult, and cultural considerations. Review sheets help you remember common measures, formulas, and difficult concepts. A variety of learning activities includes short answer, matching, multiple-choice, multiple-select, math review, dosage calculation, and critical thinking exercises. Answers for all activities and questions may be found on the Evolve companion website. Blank medication cards allow you to fill in important drug information to take along to clinicals. Learning objectives and cross references to related materials are provided at the beginning of each chapter. NEW! Increased emphasis on critical thinking, clinical decision-making, and prioritization encourages you to apply your knowledge with new research and practice application activities at the end of every chapter. NEW! Updated questions and activities reflect the new content and emphases in the Edmunds textbook, Introduction to Clinical Pharmacology, 8th Edition.
Download or read book Pharmacology for the Health Care Professions written by Christine M. Thorp and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2008-09-15 with total page 376 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pharmacology for the Health Care Professions is an accessible introduction to the pharmacology necessary for health care professionals training to be non-medical prescribers looking for an overview of the subject. The book covers the pharmacology necessary for accredited training programmes in non-medical prescribing and certification in access and supply of prescription-only medicines and will be useful as an ongoing reference for future use in practice. Opening with a general introduction to pharmacology as a science, the book goes on to explain what is meant by drugs and medicines and why pharmacology should be of relevance to health care professionals. The reader is presented with general principles of pharmacology followed by systemic pharmacology that covers the actions of important groups of drugs in common use to treat diseases and conditions of the cardiovascular, respiratory, endocrine, musculoskeletal, skin and central nervous systems. The physiology and pathophysiology relevant to the understanding of how these drugs work is included. Finally the book explores the law in relation to the sale, supply, administration and prescription of drugs and explains what is meant by non-medical prescribing. All aspects of non-medical prescribing are considered including the use of exemptions to the Medicines Act, patient group directions, supplementary prescribing and the development of independent prescribing for nurses and pharmacists. Pharmacology is explained in simple, easy to understand terms and the book avoids any unnecessary chemistry where possible. Case studies that are of particular relevance to health care professionals are used throughout to illustrate the importance of the pharmacology major body systems and pathologies and the potential problems of adverse drug reactions and drug-drug interactions.
Download or read book Essentials of Pharmacology for Health Professions Study Guide Package written by Woodrow and published by . This book was released on 2014-03-01 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Hands on Guide to Clinical Pharmacology written by Christopher Tofield and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2008-04-15 with total page 211 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This new edition is an updated practical book for junior doctorsand medical students making the transition from medical school tolife on the wards. This book presents information on 127 drugs,which junior doctors and students are most likely to encounter onhospital wards or during their course of study. The hands-on guide to clinical pharmacology 2nd editionincludes sections containing both treatment regimens of commonconditions and detailed information on the relevant drugs that willhelp you obtain a better understanding of therapeuticmanagement. Written to provide a study aid or as a user friendly referenceon the wards, the book gives you: An essential learning tool for clinical pharmacology A system based approach A-Z of 127 key drugs in a one-drug-per-page format Important interactions, adverse effects andcontraindications A fully indexed text A quick reference, pocket-sized reassurance This book will help take the stress out of clinical pharmacologyand pharmacology exams!
Download or read book Understanding Pharmacology for Health Professionals written by Susan M. Turley and published by Prentice Hall. This book was released on 2003 with total page 598 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Providing a complete overview of pharmacology, this resource presents a comprehensive framework for drug recognition and drug usage. Arranged by medical specialty or drug category, it covers all of the "need-to-know" essentials from the history of drugs and the drug approval process to prescription and over-the-counter trade name and generic drugs for every body system. Revised and updated, the third edition includes the most current drugs and drug information. NEW TO THE THIRD EDITION: Corresponding Companion Website that features drug updates and discussions of current healthcare issues, as well as study guide exercises, www.prenhall.com/turley Focus on healthcare issues encountered on a clay-to-day basis. Drug forms and dosages for all listed drugs are included in the Glossary/Index. Pronunciation guide is now included in the Glossary/Index. Clinical scenarios from real medical case histories are included, accompanied by questions and exercises. Handwritten prescriptions allow students to interpret actual written prescription. ADDITIONAL FEATURES: Covers the broad spectrum of diverse yet interrelated topics that affect pharmacology, Such as botany, molecular chemistry, research, clinical observation, toxicology. Legislation, and patient education. Presents competency-based learning objectives and correlated review questions. Includes end-of-chapter questions, spelling tips and the insights provided by correct spellings, historical notes, and "Did You Know" boxes. Includes photographs and line drawings for visual comprehension and reinforcement.
Download or read book Pharmacology Made Simple E Book written by Anthony Guerra and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2021-07-16 with total page 194 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Master the pharmacology essentials that health professionals need in practice! Pharmacology Made Simple: An Introduction for the Health Professions makes it easy to understand and apply pharmacology concepts in healthcare careers. Clear and concise, this text uses colorful illustrations, case scenarios, and memory devices to simplify learning and review questions to aid comprehension. An Evolve companion website includes animations of body systems, two practice exams for more self-testing, and printable drug tables. This exciting and practical new text helps you build professional skills and ensures your readiness for the workplace. Essential information is logically organized and easy to read, focusing on what you need to know. Engaging, reader-friendly format breaks down pharmacology into manageable chunks of information, accompanied by "flashcard" boxes and memory devices. Mini case studies in each chapter demonstrate real-world healthcare applications, with scenarios from a variety of health professions settings. Chapter review questions provide opportunities to assess your comprehension as you move forward. Full-color illustrations bring complex pharmacology concepts to life with realistic figures and drawings. Clinical Application and Alert features stress critical thinking and effective job preparation. Scenario and Alert features stress clinical application and safety. Focus on patient education helps you learn and practice key skills in professionalism. Chapter key terms and back-of-book glossary includes pharmacology terms cross-referenced to the chapters in which they are introduced and discussed. Additional learning resources include a study guide (available separately) and an Evolve companion website with animations, practice exams, and more. Chapter objectives guide your study by listing the chapter’s most important concepts.
Download or read book Advanced Pharmacology for Prescribers written by Brent Q. Luu, PharmD, BCPS, BCACP and published by Springer Publishing Company. This book was released on 2021-01-13 with total page 659 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Delivers the critical information primary care providers need to be thoroughly informed prescribers This unique resource—an evidence-based pharmacology text and reference for advanced practice students and clinicians—guides users in analyzing the pharmacological foundations of drug therapy and fosters the development of sound clinical judgment in determining the appropriate medication for every patient across the lifespan. Targeting the specific needs of APRN and PA students and clinicians, the text is a “bridge” between standard, lengthy pharmacology texts and quick pocket references that lack information regarding key pharmacotherapy principles. Featuring an applied therapeutic approach to major disorders and their pharmacologic treatment, the book examines how medications act on the body and visa versa, while teaching the rationale for using specific therapeutic agents or drug classes. Each chapter includes case studies that apply the concepts discussed, relevant diagnostic studies, applicable guidelines, genomics, and important lifespan considerations. Of special interest is a chapter on pharmacogenetics explaining the basic principles underlying our current understanding of genetic variations in response to pharmacotherapy and adverse drug reactions. Easily digestible chapters include objectives and review questions. Ancillary resources include an instructor manual with learning objectives, chapter summaries, and case studies; chapter PowerPoint slides; test bank; and image bank. Key Features: Delivers an applied, evidence-based foundation on the basic science underlying prescribing Targets the specific needs of APRN and PA students and professionals and related healthcare providers Provides clinical decision-making tools and principles to support sound prescribing judgment Focuses on synthesizing drugs to manage commonly occurring disorders Includes strategies for addressing the needs of specific populations throughout the lifespan Includes abundant case studies illuminating key concepts Includes a robust instructor manual with learning objectives, chapter summaries, and case studies; PowerPoint slides; test bank; and image bank. Purchase includes access to the eBook for use on most mobile devices or computers.
Download or read book Gould s Pathophysiology for the Health Professions written by Karin C. VanMeter, PhD and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2013-12-18 with total page 717 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A concise, easy-to-understand introduction to the fundamentals, Gould's Pathophysiology for the Health Professions, 5th Edition helps you learn essential concepts of major diseases/disorders and disease processes. Continuing in its well-known tradition of readability and vivid, full-color illustrations, the text is updated with the latest research and trends in human disease. Disorders are described by body system, with coverage of the interactions between systems, and special features help you apply the material to real-life situations. No matter which healthcare field you may enter, Gould's Pathophysiology prepares you for the conditions encountered in clinical practice. "Gould's Pathophysiology for the Health Professions can easily be incorporated into a course as a prescribed book to students in the health care professions. The authors of this book are commended for their contribution to the literature on pathophysiology and its application to the health professions." Reviewed by: Dr Benita Olivier, University of the Witwatersrand, Date: Oct 14 Concise and readable approach includes the information you need without being overwhelming, even if you have a limited scientific background. Unique Think About questions alert you to important points and help with self-evaluation, test preparation, and review. Warning Signs boxes help you identify the pre-emptive signs of physiologic events such as strokes. Emergency Treatment boxes give step-by-step instructions to follow for emergencies such as shock, cardiac arrest, and pneumothorax. Apply Your Knowledge questions ask you to use what you've learned to predict What can go wrong with this structure or system? Ready References in the appendix provide a quick lookup for anatomic terms, conversion tables, abbreviations and acronyms, diagnostic studies and tests, and more. Key terms are listed at the beginning of each chapter and defined within the text, covering the scientific terminology you need to know. Research boxes discuss new developments, problem areas of pathophysiology, and complications associated with research. Learning objectives and bulleted chapter summaries help you focus on key concepts and information. NEW Defense/Protective Mechanisms section consolidates coverage of inflammation and healing, infection, and immunity. UPDATED chapters are reorganized with a building-block method that presents content in a more logical and systematic approach. UPDATED format for individual disorders includes 1) background, 2) pathophysiology, 3) etiology, 4) signs and symptoms, 5) diagnoses, 6) possible related complications/disorders, and 7) treatments/research. NEW! Pathophysiology of Body Systems chapters begin with a brief review of normal anatomy and physiology and show the interrelatedness and the interactions between systems. NEW authors bring a fresh and contemporary approach to the content while keeping true to the integrity of Barbara Gould's original text.
