Pharmacology and Physiology for Anesthesia: Foundations and Clinical Application (Book with Access Code)

by Hemmings, Hugh C.

• ISBN13: 9781437716795
• ISBN10: 1437716792
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2013-01-01
• Publisher: SAUNDERS W B CO

Summary

Better understand the complexities of pharmacology and physiology relevant to your practice with the brand-new medical reference book, Anesthetic Pharmacology and Physiology. Dr. Hugh Hemmings provides the clinical insights you need to effectively administer anesthesia, ensuring patient safety and the most optimal outcomes. Access comprehensive, continually updated research on the physiology of organ systems and clinical topics in the pharmacology of anesthetic drugs. Quickly and easily reference the information you need through user-friendly tables, figures, and algorithms, all presented in lavish full color throughout. Understand the molecular mechanism of drug actions and identify key drug interactions that may complicate anesthesia with dedicated sections on these key areas. Search the text and download images online at www.expertconsult.com. Build a thorough knowledge of pharmacology and physiology focused on clinical practice

Table of Contents

Basic Principles Of Pharmacology

Mechanisms of Drug Action

Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics of Injected Drugs

Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics of Inhaled Drugs

Drug Metabolism and Pharmacogenetics

Pharmacodynamic Drug Interactions

Adverse Drug Reactions

Nervous System

Central Nervous System Physiology

Intravenous Anesthetics

Inhaled Anesthetics

Drugs for Neuropsychiatric Disorders

Autonomic Nervous System Physiology

Autonomic Nervous System: Pharmacology

Nociceptive Physiology

Opioid Agonists and Antagonists

Nonopioid Analgesics

Local Anesthetics

Neuromuscular Physiology

Neuromuscular Blockers and Reversal Drugs

Cardiovascular And Pulmonary Systems

Cardiovascular Physiology

Vasopressors and Cardiotonic Drugs

Antihypertensive Drugs and Vasodilators

Antidysrhythmic Drugs

Pulmonary Physiology

Pulmonary Pharmacology

Gastrointestinal And Endocrine Systems

Gastrointestinal and Hepatobiliary Physiology

Gastrointestinal Drugs and Nutritional Therapy

Anti-Emetic Drugs

Endocrine Physiology

Endocrine Pharmacology

Fluid And Electrolyte Homeostasis

Renal Physiology

Electrolytes and Diuretics

Intravascular Volume Expansion Therapy

Blood and Coagulation

Transfusion and Coagulation Therapy

Antiplatelet and Anticoagulant Therapy

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