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Merck's 1899 manual of the materia medica : together with a summary of therapeutic indications and a classification of medicaments ; a ready-reference pocket book for the practicing physician. by Merck & Co.;

Subjects: Chemotherapy.; Drugs;

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Taking America off drugs : why behavioral therapy is more effective for treating ADHD, OCD, depression, and other psychological problems / by Flora, Stephen Ray,1963-;

Includes bibliographical references (p. 159-176) and indexes.

Subjects: Behavior therapy.; Neurobehavioral disorders; Psychotropic drugs.;

© c2007., State University of New York Press,

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Lehne's pharmacology for nursing care / by Burchum, Jacqueline Rosenjack,author.; Rosenthal, Laura D.,author.; Lehne, Richard A.,1943-Pharmacology for nursing care.;

Includes bibliographical references and index.Unit I: Introduction -- Unit II: Basic principles of pharmacology -- Unit III: Drug therapy across the life span -- Unit IV: Peripheral nervous system drugs -- Unit V: Central nervous system drugs -- Unit VI: Drugs that affect fluid and electrolyte balance -- Unit VII: Drugs that affect the heart, blood vessels, and blood -- Unit VIII: Drugs for endocrine disorders -- Unit IX: Women's health -- Unit X: Men's health -- Unit XI: Anti-inflammatory, antiallergic, and immunologic drugs -- Unit XII: Drugs for bone and joint disorders -- Unit XIII: Respiratory tract drugs -- Unit XIV: Gastrointestinal drugs -- Unit XV: Nutrition and complementary therapy -- Unit XVI: Drugs for infectious diseases -- Unit XVII: Drugs for parasitic diseases -- Unit XVIII: Cancer therapy -- Unit XIX: Drugs for eyes, ears, and skin -- Unit XX: Toxicology."Trust Lehne's to make pharmacology more approachable! Known for its clear explanations of drug prototypes and how they work, Lehne's Pharmacology for Nursing Care, 11th Edition provides a solid understanding of key drugs and their implications for nursing care. A perennial student favorite, this book simplifies complex pharmacology concepts, using large and small print to distinguish need-to-know drug content from the material that's merely nice to know. It also includes in-depth coverage of physiology, pathophysiology and drug therapy. Written by noted nursing educators Jacqueline Rosenjack Burchum and Laura Rosenthal, this text helps you understand and apply pharmacology principles as opposed to simply memorizing drug facts."--Publisher information

Subjects: Pharmacology.; Nursing.; Chemotherapy.; Drugs.; Pharmacology; Drug Therapy; Pharmaceutical Preparations;

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Antipsychotics : history, science, and issues / by Kerner, Jeffrey.; McCoy, Bridget,author.;

Includes bibliographical references (pages 217-219) and index.ch. 1: Case studies -- Case 1: Jimmy -- Case 2: Bobby -- Case 3: George -- ch.2: What are antipsychotics? -- Psychotic disorders and the symptoms of psychosis -- Treatment of psychosis: from exorcism to antipsychotics -- Typical antipsychotics: the beginning -- Atypical antipsychotics: as the story continues... -- ch.3. Antipsychotics: a brief history -- Early biological remedies: the original antipsychotics -- "A drug in search of an illness": developing antipsychotic medications -- Chlorpromazine rises -- Side effects emerge -- Competition for chlorpromazine -- How antipsychotics are used today: bridging past and future -- ch.4: How antipsychotics work -- Parts of the brain -- What are neurotransmitters and what do they do? -- Neurotransmitters affected by antipsychotics -- Other potential targets -- ch.5: Effects and applications -- Therapeutic effects of antipsychotics -- How well do antipsychotics work? -- Indications for medical use -- Antipsychotic use in special groups -- ch.6: Risks, misuse, and overdose -- Side effects -- Misuse of antipsychotics -- Antipsychotic overdose and toxicity -- ch.7: Production, distribution, and regulation -- Pharmaceutical industry -- Antipsychotics in nursing homes -- Prior authorization -- The unique case of clozapine -- AIMS and metabolic monitoring -- ch.8: The social dimensions of antipsychotics -- Deinstitutionalization -- Antipsychotics and the doctor-patient relationship -- Legal and ethical implications of antipsychotics -- Antipsychotics and political dissent -- Antipsychotics and the elderly -- Antipsychotics and children -- When to treat? The implications of the initiation of antipsychotic treatment -- The business of antipsychotics -- Mental illness and violence -- ch. 9: The future of antipsychotics -- Where are antipsychotics failing? -- Pathophysiology of chronic psychotic disorders -- New medications on the horizon -- Better routes of administration -- Use in nonpsychotic disorders."This text provides a comprehensive analysis of antipsychotic medications, covering historical, social, and scientific viewpoints on this important and controversial class of medications. Covers the class of antipsychotic medications in whole, addressing topics ranging from the medications' history and the science of how they actually work in the body to the social and legal implications of antipsychotics; Provides readers with a holistic understanding of an increasingly important class of medications in an accessible format; Presents an unbiased perspective on a class of medications that has been subject to controversy; Serves both as an authoritative reference book for students and as a useful source of practical information that will appeal to a general adult audience"--Provided by publisher.

Subjects: Antipsychotic drugs.; Antipsychotic drugs; Psychoses; Antipsychotic Agents.; Psychotic Disorders;

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Psychiatric drugs explained / by Healy, David,1954-;

Includes bibliographical references and index.Antipsychotics -- Antipsychotic side effects and their management -- Antidepressants -- Side effects of antidepressants -- Management of acute bipolar disorder -- Mood-stabilisers -- Stimulants and drugs for children -- Anxiety disorders -- Benzodiazepine anxiolytics -- Anxiolysis and the serotonin system -- Beta-blockers and anxiety -- Sleep disorders and insomnia -- Non-pharmacological management of insomnia -- Hypnotics -- Sedatives -- Cognitive enhancement and the dementias -- Cognitive enhancement and neuroprotection -- The range of sexual difficulties -- Effects of drugs on aspects of sexual functioning -- Dependence and withdrawal -- Dependence and craving -- Dependence and protracted withdrawal -- Consent -- Pharmacological abuse -- The ethical industry -- Evidence-biased care -- Marketing and risk -- From health care to pharmageddon.This text provides drug names in generic as well as both UK and US tradenames. In addition to a comprehensive review of drug treatment organised by condition, the text also addresses important issues for professionals and their clients concerning consent, liability, and the management of side effects and withdrawal.

Subjects: Psychotropic drugs.; Psychopharmacology.; Mental illness; Mental Disorders; Psychotropic Drugs;

© [2016], Elsevier,

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2024 Lippincott pocket drug guide for nurses / by Tucker, Rebecca G.,author.; Wolters Kluwer (Firm),publisher.;

Guide to abbreviations -- Alphabetical listing of drugs by generic name -- Appendices -- Alternative and complementary therapies -- Topical drugs -- Ophthalmic drugs -- Laxatives -- Common combinations products by therapeutic class -- Hormonal contraceptives -- Commoly used biologicals."The 2024 Lippincott Pocket Drug Guide for Nurses provides current, vital drug information "in a nutshell." This handy pocket guide contains essential information on over 3,900 medications, including 19 generic drugs newly approved by the FDA, in an easy-access A-to-Z format. The "mini" drug monographs include generic and trade names, drug classes, pregnancy risk category and controlled substance schedule, boxed warnings, indications & dosages, dose adjustments, adverse effects, drug interactions, nursing considerations, and patient teaching. Appendices cover alternative and complementary therapies, topical drugs, ophthalmic drugs, laxatives, combination drugs by therapeutic class, hormonal contraceptives, and commonly used biologicals. Index includes all generic, brand, and combination drugs mentioned in the text and highlights drugs by therapeutic class for easy identification."--

Subjects: Drugs; Nursing; Chemotherapy.; Drugs.; Drug Therapy; Pharmaceutical Preparations;

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The Merck manual of diagnosis and therapy / by Porter, Robert S.,1950-editor.; Kaplan, Justin L.,editor.; Lynn, Richard B.,editor.; Reddy, Madhavi T.,editor.; Merck & Co.;

"The world's most widely used medical reference is now in its 20th edition. The Merck Manual of Diagnosis and Therapy now in its 20th edition has been thoroughly updated and thoughtfully expanded with a new larger trim size to include 40% new and revised content. Including 36 new chapters with more than 200 new tables, and numerous new figures. The world's most widely used medical reference is now in its 20th edition. The Merck Manual of Diagnosis and Therapy now in its 20th edition has been thoroughly updated and thoughtfully expanded with a new larger trim size to include 40% new and revised content. Including 36 new chapters with more than 200 new tables, and numerous new figures. The new Merck Manual of Diagnosis and Therapy 20th edition is a must-have for medical students, residents, practicing physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals"--Provided by publisher.Nutritional disorders -- Gastrointestinal disorders -- Hepatic and biliary disorders -- Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders -- Pulmonary disorders -- Critical care medicine -- Cardiovascular disorders -- Ear, nose, and throat disorders -- Dental disorders -- Eye disorders -- Dermatologic disorders -- Hematology and oncology -- Endocrine and metabolic disorders -- Immunology; allergic disorders -- Infectious diseases -- Psychiatric disorders -- Neurologic disorders -- Genitourinary disorders -- Gynecology and obstetrics -- Pediatrics -- Geriatrics -- Clinical pharmacology -- Injuries; poisoning -- Special subjects.

Subjects: Medicine; Diagnosis; Therapeutics; Chemotherapy; Diagnosis.; Drug Therapy.;

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Pharmacology : a patient-centered nursing process approach / by McCuistion, Linda E.,author.; Vuljoin-DiMaggio, Kathleen,author.; Winton, Mary B.,author.; Yeager, Jennifer J.,author.;

Includes bibliographical references (pages 754-756) and index (pages 768-810).Unit I: Introduction to pharmacology. Clinical Judgment Management Model (CJMM) and the nursing process ; Drug development and ethical considerations ; Pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics ; Pharmacogenetics ; Complementary and alternative therapies ; Pediatric considerations ; Drug therapy in older adults ; Drugs in substance use disorder. -- Unit II: Pharmacotherapy and drug administration. Safety and quality ; Drug administration ; Drug calculations. -- Unit III: Maintenance of homeostasis. Fluid volume and electrolytes ; Vitamin and mineral replacement ; Nutritional support. -- Unit IV: Autonomic nervous system drugs. Adrenergic agonists and antagonists ; Cholinergic agonists and antagonists. -- Unit V: Central and peripheral nervous system drugs. Stimulants ; Depressants ; Antiseizure drugs ; Drugs for Parkinsonism and Alzheimer disease ; Drugs for neuromuscular disorders and muscle spasms. -- Unit VI: Mental and behavioral health drugs. Antipsychotics and anxiolytics ; Antidepressants and mood stabilizers. -- Unit VII: Pain and inflammation management drugs. Antiinflammatories ; Analgesics. -- Unit VIII: Antimicrobial drugs. Penicillins, other beta-lactams, and cephalosporins ; Macrolides, oxazolidinones, lincosamides, glycopeptides, ketolides, and lipopeptides ; Tetracyclines, glycylcyclines, aminoglycosides, and fluoroquinolones ; Sulfonamides and nitroimidazoles antibiotics ; Antituberculars, antifungals, and antivirals ; Antimalarials, anthelmintics, and peptides.Unit IX: Immunologic drugs. HIV- and AIDS-related drugs ; Transplant drugs ; Vaccines. -- Unit X: Antineoplastics and biologic response modifiers. Anticancer drugs ; Targeted therapies to treat cancer ; Biologic response modifiers. -- Unit XI: Respiratory drugs. Upper respiratory disorders ; Lower respiratory disorders. -- Unit XII: Cardiovascular drugs. Cardiac glycosides, antianginals, and antidysrhythmics ; Diuretics ; Antihypertensives ; Anticoagulants, antiplatelets, and thrombolytics ; Antihyperlipidemics and drugs to improve peripheral blood flow. -- Unit XIII: Gastrointestinal drugs. Gastrointestinal tract disorders ; Antiulcer drugs. -- Unit XIV: Eye, ear, and skin drugs. Eye and ear disorders ; Dermatologic disorders. -- Unit XV: Endocrine drugs. Pituitary, thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal disorders ; Antidiabetics. -- Unit XVI: Renal and urologic drugs. Urinary disorders. -- Unit XVII: Reproductive and gender-related drugs. Pregnancy and preterm labor ; Labor, delivery, and postpartum ; Neonatal and newborn ; Women's reproductive health ; Men's reproductive health ; Sexually transmitted infections. -- Unit XVIII: Emergency drugs. Adult and pediatric emergency drugs.Gain a solid understanding of pharmacology and make it a part of patient-centered nursing care! Pharmacology: A Patient-Centered Nursing Process Approach, 11th Edition makes it easy to learn the principles of pharmacology and drug dosage calculation. A clear guide to pharmacotherapy and safe drug administration, this book uses drug prototypes to provide need-to-know information about key drugs, including dosage, side effects, interactions, and more. Nursing Process summaries enhance your skills in clinical judgment and patient care. Written by a team of nursing experts led by Linda McCuistion, this text provides the pharmacology knowledge you need to succeed on the NCLEX® and as a professional nurse.

Subjects: Nurses Instruction; Pharmacology.; Nursing.; Chemotherapy.; Patient-centered health care.; Drugs.; Pharmacological Phenomena; Drug Therapy; Patient-Centered Care; Pharmaceutical Preparations; Pharmacology;

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Advances in psychedelic medicine : state-of-the-art therapeutic applications / by Winkelman, Michael,editor.edt; Sessa, Ben,editor.edt;

Includes bibliographical references and index.Researchers, program administrators, and practicing clinicians explain the most recent developments in using psychedelic substances to treat psychological, physiological, and social problems.

Subjects: Mental illness; Mental illness; Hallucinogenic drugs.; Hallucinogenic drugs; Mental Disorders; Hallucinogens.; Hallucinogens;

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Pharmacology for women's health / by Brucker, Mary C.,editor.; King, Tekoa L.,editor.;

Includes bibliographical references and index.Section I. Introduction to Pharmacology -- Modern Pharmacology -- Principles of Pharmacology -- Pharmacogenetics -- Drug Toxicity -- Section II. Lifestyle and Preventative Healthc Care Practices -- Vitamins & and Minerals -- Immunizations -- Drugs to Promote Optimum Weight -- Smoking Cessation -- Drugs of Abuse -- Complimentary and Alternative Therapies -- Section III. Essential Drug Categories -- Antimicrobials -- Analgesia and & Anesthesia -- Antihistamines -- Steroid Hormones -- Section IV. Pharmacotherapeutics for Common Conditions -- Cardiovascular Conditions -- Hematology -- Autoimmune Conditions -- Diabetes -- Thyroid Disorders -- Respiratory Conditions -- Gastrointestinal Conditions -- Lower Urinary Tract Disorders -- Sexually Transmitted Infections -- The Central Nervous System -- Mental Health -- Dermatology -- Ophthalmic and Otic Disorders -- Cancer -- Section V. Gynecology -- Contraception -- Pelvic and Menstrual Disorders -- Vaginal Conditions -- Vulvar Disorders -- Sexual Dysfunction -- The Mature Woman -- Section VI. Pregnancy and Lactation -- Pregnancy -- Labor -- Postpartum -- Breastfeeding -- The Newborn.Pharmacology for Women's Health, Second Edition is a unique text that discusses pharmacology as it specifically relates to women's health. Completely updated and revised to reflect the changing field of pharmacology, it includes new pharmacological agents for common conditions, changes in indications, the use of vaccines, updated guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for treatment of sexually transmitted infections, and the effects of the Affordable Care Act. It also includes new resource boxes in each chapter for easy access to more information.

Subjects: Gynecologic drugs.; Women; Women; Pharmacological Phenomena.; Genital Diseases, Female; Pregnancy Complications; Women's Health.;

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