Roach's introductory clinical pharmacology (11th edition - 2018)

Ford, Susan M. (author)

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Roach's introductory clinical pharmacology (11th edition - 2018)

Ford, Susan M. (author)

URI: http://10.250.8.41:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/47371

Date: 2018

Abstract:

This edition is designed to prepare nursing students for practice, with a focus on drug information, NCLEX-PN preparation, and patient communication. The textbook emphasizes clear and practical content, essential for understanding the effects of drugs and how to convey this information effectively to patients. The digital versions are integrated with adaptive learning tools like Lippincott CoursePoint, providing a personalized educational experience for students

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xvii, 745 pages: illustrations; 28 cm || Includes bibliographical references and index. || Preceded by Roach's introductory clinical pharmacology / Susan M. Ford, Sally S. Roach. 10th ed. c2014. || CONTENTS: Unit 1: Nursing Foundation of Clinical Pharmacology -- General Principles of Pharmacology -- Administration of Drugs -- Making Drug Dosing Safer -- The Nursing Process -- Patient and Family Teaching -- Unit 2: Drugs Used to Fight Infections -- Antibacterial Drugs: Sulfonamides -- Antibacterial Drugs That Disrupt the Bacterial Cell Wall -- Antibacterial Drugs That Interfere With Protein Synthesis -- Antibacterial Drugs That Interfere With DNA/RNA Synthesis -- Antitubercular Drugs -- Antiviral Drugs -- Antifungal and Antiparasitic Drugs -- Unit 3: Drugs Used to Manage Pain -- Nonopioid Analgesics: Salicylates and Nonsalicylates -- Nonopioid Analgesics: NSAIDs and Migraine Headache Medications -- Opioid Analgesics -- Opioid Antagonists -- Anesthetic Drugs -- Unit 4: Drugs That Affect the Central Nervous System -- Central Nervous System Stimulants -- Cholinesterase Inhibitors -- Antianxiety Drugs -- Sedatives and Hypnotics -- Antidepressant Drugs -- Antipsychotic Drugs -- Unit 5: Drugs That Affect the Peripheral Nervous System -- Adrenergic Drugs -- Adrenergic Blocking Drugs -- Cholinergic Drugs -- Cholinergic Blocking Drugs -- Unit 6: Drugs That Affect the Neuromuscular System -- Antiparkinson Drugs -- Antiepileptics -- Skeletal Muscle, Bone, and Joint Disorder Drugs -- Unit 7: Drugs That Affect the Respiratory System -- Upper Respiratory System Drugs -- Lower Respiratory System Drugs -- Unit 8: Drugs That Affect the Cardiovascular System -- Diuretics -- Antihyperlipidemic Drugs -- Antihypertensive Drugs -- Antianginal and Vasodilating Drugs -- Anticoagulant and Thrombolytic Drugs -- Cardiotonic and Inotropic Drugs -- Antiarrhythmic Drugs -- Unit 9: Drugs That Affect the Gastrointestinal System -- Upper Gastrointestinal System Drugs -- Lower Gastrointestinal System Drugs -- Unit 10: Drugs That Affect the Endocrine System -- Antidiabetic Drugs -- Pituitary and Adrenocortical Hormones -- Thyroid and Antithyroid Drugs -- Male and Female Hormones -- Uterine Drugs -- Menopause and Andropause Drugs -- Unit 11: Drugs Used in Special Populations -- Urinary Tract Anti-Infectives and Other Urinary Drugs -- Immunologic Agents -- Antineoplastic Drugs and Targeted Therapies -- Immunomodulating Drugs -- Skin Disorder Topical Drugs -- Otic and Ophthalmic Preparations -- Fluids, Electrolytes, and Parenteral Therapy.

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