Pharmacology for the Prehospital Professional

by Guy, Jeffrey S.

• ISBN13: 9780323035903
• ISBN10: 0323035906
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2009-04-22
• Publisher: Jems Pub Co

Summary

Gain a complete, practical understanding of pharmacology with this unique resource. Realistic, problem-based clinical scenarios present pharmacology in the most effective context for learning. This textbook includes detailed drug profiles that present essential drug information in a logical context specific to each condition. Problem-based clinical scenarios illustrate the practical relevance of prehospital pharmacology. Detailed drug profiles of more than 90 commonly used drugs present comprehensive data in a consistent, easy-to-reference format. Full-color drug images familiarize you with medications for quick identification. Medical Math chapter strengthens your dosage calculation skills. Learning Pearl boxes highlight useful, field-tested tips and strategies. Legal Aspects and Risk Management chapter helps you avoid common mistakes made in prehospital care. Study questions reinforce important chapter concepts and test your understanding. Information about commonly prescribed over-the-counter medications and herbal drugs alerts you to important pharmacological treatment considerations. Companion DVD includes video skill demonstrations that guide you step-by-step through vital techniques and procedures and medical animations that offer visual details of anatomy, physiologic processes, and procedures.

Table of Contents

Foundations

Principles of Pharmacology

Legal Aspects and Risk Management

Drug Administration: Safety and Procedures

Medical Math

Intravenous Fluids and Administration

Problem -Oriented Pharmacology

Acute Myocardial Ischemia and Infarction

Analgesia and Sedation

Anaphylaxis

Cardiac Arrhythmias

Congestive Heart Failure

Endocrine Emergencies

Hypertensive Emergencies

Poisonings, Overdoses, and Intoxications

Respiratory Emergencies

Seizures

Shock

Traumatic Brain and Spinal Cord Injuries

Special

Considerations and Procedures

Critical Care Transport

Specific Considerations: Pregnancy, Pediatric, Geriatric, and Renal

Pharmacology-Assisted Intubation

Appendices

List of Medications and Their Respective Body Systems and Drug Classification

Compilation of Drug Profiles

Commonly Prescribed and Over-the-Counter Medications and Herbal Drugs

Answers to Chapter Review Questions

Glossary

Index

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