Product Overview
From Follett
Includes bibliographical references (p. 656-663) and index.;System requirements: For Mac or Windows.;Introduction to pharmacology: drug regulation and approval -- Drug classes, schedules and categories -- Methods of drug administration -- What happens after a drug has been administered -- Herbs and dietary supplements -- Substance abuse -- Drugs affecting functions of the autonomic nervous system -- Drugs for anxiety and insomnia -- Drugs for emotional and mood disorders -- Drugs for psychoses and degenerative diseases of the nervous system -- Drugs for seizures -- Drugs for pain control -- Drugs for anesthesia -- Drugs for coagulation disorders -- Drugs for hypertension -- Drugs for heart failure -- Drugs for dysrhythmias -- Drugs for angina pectoris, myocardial infarction and cerebrovascular accident -- Drugs for shock and anaphylaxis -- Drugs for lipid disorders -- Drugs for inflammation, allergies and immune disorders -- Drugs for bacterial infections -- Drugs for fungal, viral, and parasitic infections -- Drugs for neoplasia -- Drugs for pulmonary disorders -- Drugs for gastrointestinal disorders -- Vitamins, minerals, and nutritional supplements -- Drugs for fluid, acid-base, and electrolyte disorders -- Drugs for endocrine disorders -- Drugs for disorders and conditions of the reproductive system -- Drugs for muscle, bone, and joint disorders -- Drugs for skin disorders -- Drugs for eye and ear disorders.
From the Publisher
Introduces LPN/LVNs to pharmacology principles and practices. The body system and disease organization (versus drug classification) is more intuitive and patient care oriented because it places the drug in context of how they are used therapeutically. Nursing Process flowcharts provide succinct, easy-to-read view of the most important nurisng actions for tehe prescribed drug classes; Lifespan Facts provide important pediatric adn geriatric considerations for drug therapies; Natural Alternatives features present a popular herbal and dietary supplement that may be considered along with conventional drugs; Mechanism in Action features use computer animations to clearly demonstrate drug action; Patient Need boxes help a nurse develop communication skills to help increase patient education and understanding. Reference forLicense Practical Nurses and License Vocational Nurses