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Summary
This core text offers LPN/LVN students a clear, concise introduction to pharmacology, focusing on basic principles and the nurse's responsibility in drug administration. Organized by body system, the book examines pharmacologic properties and therapeutic applications of drug classes. Summary Drug Tables present generic and trade drug names, uses, adverse reactions, and usual dosage ranges. This edition has thoroughly updated drug information, a new Case Study feature (Pharmacology in Practice), Nursing Alerts, Lifespan Alerts, Chronic Care Alerts, Diversity Alerts, and additional material on the nursing process.
Table of Contents
UNIT I Foundations of Clinical Pharmacology
General Principles of Pharmacology Administration of Drugs Calculation of Drug Dosages The Nursing Process Patient and Family Teaching
UNIT II Anti-Infectives
Sulfonamides Penicillins Cephalosporins Tetracyclines, Macrolides, Aminoglycosides, and Lincosamides Fluoroquinolones and Miscellaneous Anti-Infectives Antitubercular Drugs Antiviral Drugs Antifungal and Antiparasitic Drugs
UNIT III Drugs Used to Manage Pain
Nonopioid Analgesics: Salicylates and Nonsalicylates Nonopioid Analgesics: Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) and Migraine Medications Opioid Analgesics Opioid Antagonists Anesthetic Drugs
UNIT IV Drugs That Affect the Central Nervous System
Central Nervous System Stimulants Antianxiety Drugs Sedatives and Hypnotics Antidepressant Drugs Antipsychotic Drugs
UNIT V Drugs That Affect the Peripheral Nervous System
Adrenergic Drugs Adrenergic Blocking Drugs Cholinergic Drugs Cholinergic Blocking Drugs
UNIT VI Drugs That Affect the Neuromuscular System
Cholinesterase Inhibitors Antiparkinsonism Drugs Anticonvulsants Skeletal Muscle Relaxants and Drugs Used to Treat Bone and Joint Disorders
UNIT VII Drugs That Affect the Respiratory System
Antitussives, Mucolytics, and Expectorants Antihistamines and Decongestants Bronchodilators and Antiasthma Drugs
UNIT VIII Drugs That Affect the Cardiovascular System
Antihyperlipidemic Drugs Antihypertensive Drugs Antianginal and Peripheral Vasodilating Drugs Anticoagulant and Thrombolytic Drugs Cardiotonic and Miscellaneous Inotropic Drugs Antiarrhythmic Drugs
UNIT IX Drugs That Affect the Gastrointestinal System
Drugs That Affect the Upper Gastrointestinal System Drugs That Affect the Lower Gastrointestinal System
UNIT X Drugs That Affect the Endocrine System
Antidiabetic Drugs Pituitary and Adrenocortical Hormones Thyroid and Antithyroid Drugs Male and Female Hormones Drugs Acting on the Uterus
UNIT XI Drugs That Affect the Urinary System
Diuretics Urinary Tract Anti-Infectives, Antispasmodics, and Other Urinary Drugs
UNIT XII Drugs That Affect the Immune System
Immunologic Agents Antineoplastic Drugs Immunostimulant Drugs
UNIT XIII Drug That Affect Other Body Systems
Topical Drugs Used in the Treatment of Skin Disorders Otic and Ophthalmic Preparations Fluids, Electrolytes and Parenteral Therapy
Glossary
Appendix A: Drug Categories (Controlled Substance Table, FDA Pregnancy Risk Category Table, Lactation Risk Category Table)
Appendix B: National Patient Safety Goals Related to Medication Administration and Frequently used Look Alike, Sound Alike (LASA) Drugs
Appendix C: Select Herbs and Natural Products Used for Medicinal Purposes
Appendix D: Body Surface Area Nomograms
Appendix E: Answers to Review Questions and Medication Dosage Problems
Index
Inside Back Cover: Key To Abbreviations