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Pharmacology for nurses : a pathophysiologic approach / by Adams, Michael.1951-; Holland, Leland Norman,1957-author.; Urban, Carol Q.(Carol Quam),author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.Core concepts in pharmacology -- Pharmacology and the nurse-patient relationship -- The nervous system -- The cardiovascular and urinary systems -- The immune system -- The respiratory system -- The gastroinestinal system -- The endocrine system -- The integumentary system, eyes, and ears.
Subjects: Nurses' Instruction.; Pharmacology.; Nurses.; Drug Therapy.; Pharmacology.; Pharmacological Phenomena.;
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Medicines management for nurses at a glance / by Young, Simon,1971-; Pitcher, Ben,1979-author.;
Introduction to pharmacology and medicines management -- Managing medicines -- Safe and effective medicines management.
Subjects: Clinical pharmacology.; Drug Therapy; Drug Therapy; Drug Prescriptions; Nurse Clinicians.;
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Pharmacology for nurses : a pathophysiologic approach / by Adams, Michael,1951-author.; Holland, Leland Norman,1957-author.; Urban, Carol Q.(Carol Quam),author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.Unit 1: Core concepts in pharmacology -- Unit 2: Pharmacology and the nurse-patient relationship -- Unit 3: The nervous system -- Unit 4: The cardiovascular and urinary systems -- Unit 5: The immune system -- Unit 6: The respiratory system -- Unit 7: The gastrointestinal system -- Unit 8: The endocrine system -- Unit 9: The integumentary system, eyes, and ears."Pharmacology for Nurses: A Pathophysiologic Approach simplifies pharmacology by linking it tightly to therapeutic goals. Instead of learning about drugs in isolation, students approach them by body systems and diseases in order to draw connections between A&P, diseases, and drug interventions. Engaging features and exercises relate pharmacology to nursing care, while discussion of alternative therapies and cultural and lifespan considerations give further context for clinical decisions. The 6th edition adds the most current pharmacotherapeutics and advances in pathophysiology." -- Provided by publisher.
Subjects: Nurses Instruction.; Pharmacology.; Nurses.; Drug Therapy.; Pharmacological Phenomena.; Pharmacology.;
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Nursing pharmacology made incredibly easy!. by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.Fundamentals of nursing pharmacology -- Autonomic nervous system drugs -- Neurologic and neuromuscular drugs -- Pain medications -- Cardiovascular drugs -- Respiratory drugs -- Gastrointestinal drugs -- Genitourinary drugs -- Hematologic drugs -- Endocrine drugs -- Psychotropic drugs -- Anti-infective drugs -- Anti-inflammatory, antiallergy, and immunosuppressant drugs -- Antineoplastic drugs -- Drugs for fluid and electrolyte balance.
Subjects: Pharmacology.; Nurses.; Drug Therapy; Pharmacology;
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Pharmacology made incredibly easy! / by Gersch, Carolyn J.,editor.; Heimgartner, Nicole M.,editor.; Rebar, Cherie R.,editor.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.Fundamentals of nursing pharmacology / Carolyn J. Gersch -- Principles of safe medication administration / Cherie R. Rebar -- Patient education and medication safety / Nicole M. Heimgartner -- Dermatologic drugs / Katherine Marie Hendricks -- Pain medications / Marie Bashaw -- Autonomic nervous system drugs / Beverly Cobb -- Neurologic and neuromuscular drugs / Gretchen Carolan -- Cardiovascular drugs / Jeffrey W. Schultz -- Respiratory drugs / Abby Pippin -- Gastrointestinal drugs / Stacy Gilson -- Genitourinary drugs / Charity L. Hacker -- Hematologic drugs / Michelle Yeager -- Endocrine drugs / Keelin Cromar -- Sensory drugs / Melanie DeGonzague Luttrell -- Psychotropic drugs / Lorraine Chiappetta -- Anti-infective drugs / Melanie DeGonzague Luttrell -- Anti-inflammatory, antiallergy, and immunosuppressant drugs / Jared Collins -- Antineoplastic drugs / Hannah Lopez -- Drugs for fluid and electrolyte balance / Russell N. Ludwig Worthen -- Practice Makes Perfect / Cherie R. Rebar, Nicole M. Heimgartner, Carolyn J. Gersch."Offering clear, concise descriptions of crucial nursing pharmacology concepts and procedures, this easy-to-follow, colorfully illustrated guide offers step-by-step guidance so to can grasp the fundamentals in enjoyable Incredibly Easy style. From initial assessment to safe medication administration and patient care plans, this is the perfect supplement to class materials, offering solid preparation for NCLEX®, as well as a handy refresher for experienced nurses. Learn the ins and outs of nursing pharmacology care, with the latest data and protocols: NEW chapters on patient education, sensory drugs, and dermatologic drugs NEW chapter on medication safety, including abbreviations to avoid and a review of dosage calculations NEW content on current approved medications, and dosages, and expected versus adverse effects NEW content on emergency drugs, herbs/supplements, immunization schedule, and more Hundreds of colorful diagrams, drawings, and charts that illustrate core concepts, with easy-to-retain definitions and clear direction on administering drugs; drug distribution, absorption, and metabolism; drug classes and their uses; and potential drug interactions Quick-scan outline format offers up-to-date guidance on areas including: Nursing pharmacology fundamentals Concepts of pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and pharmacotherapeutics Pain drugs, autonomic nervous system drugs, neurologic and neuromuscular drugs Psychotherapeutic, anti-infective, anti-inflammatory, anti-allergy, and immunosuppressant drugs Antineoplastic drugs, drugs for fluid and electrolyte balance Ways a drug may affect patients of different ages and other warnings Content reflects the NCSBN Clinical Judgment Measurement Model - guidance from initial assessment to evaluating outcomes "Practice Makes Perfect" end-of-book practice exam - approximately 100 new NCLEX®-style questions, to increase your exam confidence Chapter features include: Prototype pro - Actions, indications, and nursing considerations for common prototype drugs A three-step process is provided throughout the chapters to help you care for individuals taking commonly prescribed medications Pharm function - Explains and illustrates how drugs act in the body, and addresses how to recognize and treat adverse reactions Before you give that drug - Warnings to consider before you administer a drug Education edge - Information to share with your patient Black Box Warnings boxes draw attention to life-threatening concerns Lifespan Lightbulb boxes highlight information about how a drug or drug class may affect patients of different ages Quick quiz - End-of-chapter questions with answers/explanations, to help you remember the essentials Nurse Joy and Jake illustrated characters offer tips and insights throughout" --Amazon.com.
Subjects: Pharmacology.; Nurses.; Women nurses.; Drug Therapy; Pharmacology; Pharmacology;
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The new Parkinson's disease treatment book : partnering with your doctor to get the most from your medications / by Ahlskog, J. Eric.;
The fundamental guide to the most effective treatments for Parkinson's Disease, from a Mayo Clinic doctor with thirty years of clinical and research experience. In this second edition follow-up to the extremely successful first edition, Dr. Ahlskog draws on thirty years of clinical experience to present the definitive guide to dealing with all aspects of Parkinson's Disease, from treatment options and side effects to the impact of the disease on caregivers and family. Dr. Ahlskog's goal is to educate patients so that they can better team up with their doctors to do battle with the disease, streamlining the decision-making process. To do this, Dr. Ahlskog offers a trove of information taken from more than thirty years of experience treating people with Parkinson's at the Mayo Clinic. In addition to providing a comprehensive account of Parkinson's medications, the book also examines the role of nutrition, exercise, and physical therapy in effective long-term treatment. Dr. Ahlskog sifts through the latest research to give readers a comprehensive sense of Parkinson's and the best available options. With a broader understanding of the disease, patients are able to make more informed choices, and doctors are able to provide more tailored care.--Adapted from dust jacket.
Subjects: Popular Works.; Popular works.; Parkinson's disease; Parkinson Disease;
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Dosage calculations and basic math for nurses demystified / by Keogh, James Edward,1948-;
Dosage calculations. Medication order and medication ; The formula method ; The ratio-proportion method ; Intravenous calculations ; Calculating pediatric doses ; Calculating heparin dose ; Calculating dopamine dose ; Calculating dose for children using body surface area ; Enteral tube feeding -- Basic math skills. Positive and negative numbers ; Fractions, decimals, and percentage ; Ratios and proportions ; Equations -- Appendix A. Answering tricky questions ; Appendix B. Quick reference.
Subjects: Pharmaceutical arithmetic.; Nursing; Drug Dosage Calculations; Drug Prescriptions; Drug Therapy;
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The APRN's complete guide to prescribing pediatric drug therapy, 2018 / by Wirfs, Mari J.;
Includes bibliographical references (page 579-583) and index.This prescribing guide, organized uniquely by diagnosis, facilitates speedy drug information retrieval for advanced health care providers in all settings involved in the primary care management of newborns through adolescents. Delivered in a concise, easy-to-read format, the guide encompasses pharmacotherapy regimens for more than 450 clinical diagnoses and includes cross-referenced generic and trade names for ease of use. Key clinical information, including lab values to monitor, patient education points, and safety information for parents and caregivers is highlighted throughout. This point-of-care dosing resource helps practitioners to quickly locate appropriate drug treatment choices, generic vs. brand names, dosing information, length of treatment, dose forms (liquid, capsule, scored pill), pregnancy category, pediatric dosing recommendations by age groups, precautions and contraindications, and special patient-specific considerations. The book also presents important reference information in convenient table format, featuring an appendix of 35 tables for quick access to key drug classifications, FDA pregnancy categories, Schedule of Controlled Substances, Childhood Immunization Schedules, measurement conversions, pediatric dosing by weight, and much more. -- From author.
Subjects: Handbooks.; Pharmacology; Pediatric nursing.; Drug Therapy; Pediatric Nursing.; Advanced Practice Nursing;
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Cannabis extracts in medicine : the promise of benefits in seizure disorders, cancer, and other conditions / by Dach, Jeffrey,1950-; Moore, Elaine A.,1948-author.; Kander, Justin,1991-author.;
"While the United States government restricts medicinal cannabis research, advances have been made in Israel, Spain and Italy. Focusing on the biochemical properties, medical benefits and psychological effects of cannabinoids, this book provides an overview of current research and clinical trials, examines the rationales behind cannabis' status as a Schedule I narcotic and discusses uses of industrial hemp"--Provided by publisher.Includes bibliographical references and index.Cannabidiol (CBD) -- Cannabis botany, taxonomy and growth -- The endocannabinoid receptor system -- Medical marijuana -- Cannabis phytochemicals and extracts -- Medical cannabis for seizure disorders -- Medical cannabis for cancer and pain -- Research studies on cannabidiol -- Legal issues, cannabis farming and politics -- Notable individuals in the cannabis extract movement.
Subjects: Cannabinoids; Marijuana; Cannabinoids; Medical Marijuana; Neoplasms; Seizures;
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Core concepts in pharmacology / by Holland, Leland Norman,1957-; Adams, Michael,1951-author.; Brice, Jeanine,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.Unit I: Basic concepts in pharmacology. Introduction to pharmacology: drug regulation and approval -- Drug classes, schedules, and categories -- Methods of drug administration -- What happens after a drug has been administered -- The nursing process in pharmacology -- The role of complementary and alternative therapies in pharmacology -- Substance abuse. Unit II: The nervous system. Drugs affecting functions of the automatic nervous system -- Drugs for anxiety and insomnia -- Drugs for emtional, mood, and behavioral disorders -- Drugs for psychoses -- Drugs for degenerative diseases and muscles -- Drugs for seizures -- Drugs for pain management -- Drugs for anesthesia. Unit III: The cardiovascular and urinary systems. Drugs for lipid disorders -- Diuretics and drugs for electrolyte and acid-base disorders -- Drugs for hypertension -- Drugs for heart failure -- Drugs for angina pectoris, myocardial infarction, and stroke -- Drugs for shock and anaphylaxis -- Drugs for dysrhythmias -- Drugs for coagulation disorders. Unit IV: The immune system. Drugs for imflammation and fever -- Drugs for immune system modulation -- Drugs for bacterial infections -- Drugs for fungal, viral, and parasitic diseases -- Drugs for neoplasia. Unit V: The respiratory and digestive systems. Drugs for respiratory disorders -- Drugs for gastrointestinal disorders -- Vitamins, minerals, and nutritional supplements. Unit VI: The endocrine and reproductive systems. Drugs for endocrine disorders -- Drugs for diabetes mellitus -- Drugs for disorders and conditions of the reproductive system. Unit VII: The skeletal system, integumentary system, and eyes and ears. Drugs for bone and joint disorders -- Drugs for skin disorders -- Drugs for eye and ear disorders.
Subjects: Pharmacology; Pharmacological Phenomena.; Drug Therapy.;
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