Essentials of pharmacology for nurses /
Paul Barber and Deborah Robertson.
- Third edition.
- xviii, 250 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm
"Includes 90 calculation tests and 100 MCQs!"--Cover.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Introduction -- Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics -- Adverse drug reactions and interactions -- Drug Calculations and Numeracy Skills -- Local anaesthetics and analgesics -- Antimicrobials -- Anti-inflammatory drugs -- Anticoagulant therapy -- Drugs used in chronic conditions 1 -- Drugs used in chronic conditions 2 -- Drugs used in chronic conditions 3 -- Drugs used in mental health -- Patient concordance -- Legal and professional issues -- Conclusion -- Glossary -- Answers -- Index. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13.
"This ideal starter text for student nurses makes pharmacology less intimidating by focusing on the knowledge needed at pre-registration level in order to practice as a newly qualified nurse. Noted for its clear layout and jargon-free language, this updated edition introduces pharmacology in a friendly, informative way. The book does not assume previous knowledge of pharmacology, or a level of confidence with maths and drugs calculations. This new edition has been carefully expanded to include a new chapter introducing drug calculations and measurements as well as more detail on drugs used in chronic conditions, as well as more on pharmacology for the older patient and for other specific groups such as children, pregnant women or those with minor illness. More case scenarios have been added to encourage nurses to apply knowledge to a range of different people with a range of needs."--Publisher's website.