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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.
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Michael Patrick Adams, PhD, is an accomplished educator, author, and national speaker. The National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development in Austin, Texas, named Dr. Adams a Master Teacher. He has published two other textbooks with Pearson Publishing: Core Concepts in Pharmacology and Pharmacology: Connections to Nursing Practice.
Dr. Adams obtained his master’s degree in pharmacology from Michigan State University and his doctorate in education from the University of South Florida. Dr. Adams was on the faculty of Lansing Community College and St. Petersburg College, and served as Dean of Health Professions at Pasco-Hernando State College for 15 years. He is currently Adjunct Professor of Biological Sciences at Pasco-Hernando State College and Hillsborough Community College.
Leland Norman Holland, Jr. PhD (Norm), over 25 years ago, started out like many scientists, planning for a career in basic science research. He was quickly drawn to the field of teaching in higher medical education, where he has spent most of his career. Among the areas where he has been particularly effective are preparatory programs in nursing, medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, and allied health. Dr. Holland is both a professor and supporter in nursing education nationwide. He brings to the profession a depth of knowledge in biology, chemistry, and medically related subjects such as microbiology, biological chemistry, and pharmacology.
Dr. Holland’s doctoral degree is in medical pharmacology. He is very much dedicated to the success of students and their preparation for careers in health care. He continues to motivate students in the lifelong pursuit of learning.
Carol Quam Urban, PhD, RN, Associate Professor, is Director of the School of Nursing and Associate Dean for Practice and Strategic Initiatives in the College of Health and Human Services at George Mason University in Fairfax, Virginia. She has been on the faculty at Mason and considers the study of pharmacology to be a course that truly integrates nursing knowledge, skills, and interdisciplinary teamwork. She credits her students, past and present, for providing a never-ending source of real-world stories that make learning about pharmacology enjoyable in class. She has also published the Pearson textbook Pharmacology: Connections to Nursing Practice with Dr. Adams.
UNIT 1: CORE CONCEPTS IN PHARMACOLOGY
1. Introduction to Pharmacology
2. Drug Approval and Regulation
3. Principles of Drug Administration
4. Pharmacokinetics
5. Pharmacodynamics
UNIT 2: PHARMACOLOGY AND THE NURSE-PATIENT RELATIONSHIP
6. The Nursing Process in Pharmacology
7. Medication Errors and Risk Reduction
8. Drug Administration Throughout the Lifespan
9. Individual Variations in Drug Response
10. The Role of Complementary and Alternative Therapies in Pharmacology
11. Emergency Preparedness and Poisonings
UNIT 3: THE NERVOUS SYSTEM
12. Cholinergic Drugs Affecting the Autonomic Nervous System
13. Adrenergic Drugs Affecting the Autonomic Nervous System
14. Drugs for Anxiety and Insomnia
15. Drugs for Seizures
16. Drugs for Emotional, Mood, and Behavioral Disorders
17. Drugs for Psychoses
18. Drugs for the Control of Pain
19. Drugs for Local and General Anesthesia
20. Drugs for Degenerative Diseases of the Nervous System
21. Drugs for Neuromuscular Disorders
22. Substance Abuse
UNIT 4: THE CARDIOVASCULAR AND URINARY SYSTEMS
23. Drugs for Lipid Disorders
24. Diuretic Therapy and Drugs for Renal Failure
25. Drugs for Fluid Balance, Electrolyte, and Acid—Base Disorders
26. Drugs for Hypertension
27. Drugs for Heart Failure
28. Drugs for Angina Pectoris and Myocardial Infarction
29. Drugs for Shock
30. Drugs for Dysrhythmias
31. Drugs for Coagulation Disorders
32. Drugs for Hematopoietic Disorders
UNIT 5: THE IMMUNE SYSTEM
33. Drugs for Inflammation and Fever
34. Drugs for Immune System Modulation
35. Drugs for Bacterial Infections
36. Drugs for Fungal, Protozoan, and Helminthic Infections
37. Drugs for Viral Infections
38. Drugs for Neoplasia
UNIT 6: THE RESPIRATORY SYSTEM
39. Drugs for Allergic Rhinitis and the Common Cold
40. Drugs for Asthma and Other Pulmonary Disorders
UNIT 7: THE GASTROINTESTINAL SYSTEM
41. Drugs for Peptic Ulcer Disease
42. Drugs for Bowel Disorders and Other Gastrointestinal Conditions
43. Drugs for Nutritional Disorders
UNIT 8: THE ENDOCRINE SYSTEM
44. Drugs for Pituitary, Thyroid, and Adrenal Disorders
45. Drugs for Diabetes Mellitus
46. Drugs for Disorders and Conditions of the Female Reproductive System
47. Drugs for Disorders and Conditions of the Male Reproductive System
UNIT 9: THE INTEGUMENTARY SYSTEM, EYES, AND EARS
48. Drugs for Bone and Joint Disorders
49. Drugs for Skin Disorders
50. Drugs for Eye and Ear Disorders
Appendices
A. Answers
B. Institute for Safe Medication Practices (ISMP): ISMP’s List of Error-Prone Abbreviations, Symbols, and Dose Designations
C. Institute for Safe Medication Practices (ISMP): ISMP List of High-Alert Medications in Acute Care Settings
D. Calculating Dosages
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