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Pharmacotherapy Principles and Practice, Sixth Edition
Pharmacotherapy Principles and Practice, Sixth Edition, is a comprehensive textbook designed for students and healthcare professionals in the field of pharmacotherapy. This book is a go-to resource for anyone looking to gain an in-depth understanding of the underlying principles of pharmacotherapy and their practical application.
Who Uses It?
Primarily, this book is used by students and healthcare professionals, including pharmacists, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and physicians. It's also a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the principles of pharmacotherapy, including professionals looking to refresh their knowledge or expand their understanding of medication therapy.
History and Editions
The sixth edition of Pharmacotherapy Principles and Practice has been updated to reflect the latest findings in pharmacotherapy. This edition includes additional content and new chapters that cover critical care pharmacotherapy, global health and travel medicine, and systematic lupus erythematosus. The book has been written or reviewed by experts in their fields, ensuring that it remains current and relevant.
Author and Other Works
The authors of Pharmacotherapy Principles and Practice include Marie A. Chisholm-Burns, Terry L. Schwinghammer, Patrick M. Malone, Jill M. Kolesar, and others. Marie A. Chisholm-Burns is known for her contributions to the field of pharmacotherapy and her ability to distill complex concepts into clear, clinically focused resources.
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Preface
Introduction
PART I Special Populations
1. Geriatrics: Safe Medication Use in Older Adults
2. Pediatrics Pharmacotherapy
3. Palliative Care Management
4. Critical Care Pharmacotherapy
5. Global Health and Travel Medicine
PART II Disorders of Organ Systems
SECTION 1 Cardiovascular Disorders
6. Hypertension
7. Heart Failure
8. Stable Ischemic Heart Disease
9. Acute Coronary Syndromes
10. Arrhythmias
11. Venous Thromboembolism
12. Stroke
13. Dyslipidemia
14. Circulatory Shock Syndromes
SECTION 2 Respiratory Disorders
15. Asthma
16. Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
17. Cystic Fibrosis
SECTION 3 Gastrointestinal Disorders
18. Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
19. Peptic Ulcer Disease
20. Inflammatory Bowel Disease
21. Nausea and Vomiting
22. Constipation, Diarrhea, and Irritable Bowel Syndrome
23. Portal Hypertension and Cirrhosis
24. Pancreatitis
25. Viral Hepatitis
SECTION 4 Renal Disorders
26. Acute Kidney Injury
27. Chronic and End-Stage Kidney Disease
28. Fluids and Electrolytes
29. Acid-Base Disturbances
SECTION 5 Neurologic Disorders
30. Alzheimer Disease
31. Multiple Sclerosis
32. Epilepsy
33. Status Epilepticus
34. Parkinson Disease
35. Pain Management
36. Headache
SECTION 6 Psychiatric Disorders
37. Substance-Related Disorders
38. Schizophrenia
39. Major Depressive Disorder
40. Bipolar Disorder
41. Anxiety and Trauma-Related Disorders
42. Sleep Disorders
43. Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
SECTION 7 Endocrinologic Disorders
44. Diabetes Mellitus
45. Thyroid Disorders
46. Adrenal Gland Disorders
47. Pituitary Gland Disorders
SECTION 8 Gynecologic and Obstetric Disorders
48. Pregnancy and Lactation: Therapeutic Considerations
49. Contraception
50. Menopause and Menstruation-Related Disorders
SECTION 9 Urologic Disorders
51. Erectile Dysfunction
52. Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
53. Urinary Incontinence and Pediatric Enuresis
SECTION 10 Immunologic Disorders
54. Drug Hypersensitivity Reactions
55. Solid Organ Transplantation
56. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
SECTION 11 Bone and Joint Disorders
57. Osteoporosis
58. Rheumatoid Arthritis
59. Osteoarthritis
60. Gout and Hyperuricemia
61. Musculoskeletal Injuries
SECTION 12 Disorders of the Eyes, Ears, Nose, and Throat
62. Glaucoma
63. Minor Ophthalmic and Otic Disorders
64. Nose, Mouth, and Throat Disorders
65. Allergic Rhinitis
SECTION 13 Dermatologic Disorders
66. Acne Vulgaris
67. Dermatitis
68. Psoriasis
SECTION 14 Hematologic Disorders
69. Anemia
70. Coagulation and Platelet Disorders
71. Sickle Cell Disease
SECTION 15 Diseases of Infectious Origin
72. Patient Assessment, Antimicrobial Selection, and Stewardship
73. Central Nervous System Infections
74. Lower Respiratory Tract Infections
75. Upper Respiratory Tract Infections
76. Skin and Skin Structure Infections
77. Osteomyelitis
78. Infective Endocarditis
79. Tuberculosis
80. Gastrointestinal Infections
81. Intra-Abdominal Infections
82. Urinary Tract Infections and Prostatitis
83. Sexually Transmitted Infections
84. Sepsis and Septic Shock
85. Superficial Fungal Infections
86. Invasive Fungal Disease
87. Human Immunodeficiency Virus Infection
SECTION 16 Oncologic Disorders
88. Cancer Principles and Therapeutics
89. Breast Cancer
90. Lung Cancer
91. Colorectal Cancer
92. Prostate Cancer
93. Melanoma
94. Ovarian Cancer
95. Lymphomas
96. Acute Leukemias
97. Chronic Leukemias and Multiple Myeloma
98. Hematopoietic Stem-Cell Transplantation
99. Supportive Care in Oncology
SECTION 17 Nutrition and Nutritional Disorders
100. Parenteral Nutrition
101. Enteral Nutrition
102. Overweight and Obesity
Appendices
Appendix A: Prescription Writing Principles
Appendix B: Conversion Factors and Anthropometrics
Appendix C: Common Medical Abbreviations
Appendix D: Glossary
Index
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