Name: Essentials of Pharmacology for Health Professions
ISBN: 9780357618301

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Essentials of Pharmacology for Health Professions

ESSENTIALS PHARMACOLOGY HEALTH PROFESSIONS

Nursing

Basic Health Sciences

Pharmacy Technology

Health Care

CTE - Health Science

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Pharmacology / Drug Reference

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B2B & B2C

The ideal resource for those preparing for licensed practical nursing, medical assisting and other allied health careers, Colbert/James/Katrancha's ESSENTIALS OF PHARMACOLOGY FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONS, 9th Edition, delivers "need to know" drug information in a reader-friendly format that empowers students with the confidence to master pharmacology. A bestseller, it stresses clinical application to ensure readers understand the relevancy of the material and why it's important to learn. Giving instructors ultimate flexibility, Part I offers a comprehensive review of pharmacologic principles, while Part II covers specific drug classifications and their medical uses. Chapters organize drugs by classifications and include the purpose, side effects, interactions and cautions or contraindications. Medication preparation, supplies and route of administration are thoroughly covered as well. Also available: MindTap.

ESSENTIALS OF PHARMACOLOGY FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONS

The ideal resource for licensed practical nursing, medical assisting and other allied health careers, Colbert/James/Katrancha’s “Essentials of Pharmacology for Health Professions,” 10th Edition, delivers “need to know” drug information in a reader-friendly format. Clinical application is emphasized, ensuring readers understand the relevancy and importance of material. Part I offers a comprehensive review of pharmacologic principles, while Part II covers specific drug classifications and their medical uses. Chapters organize drugs by classifications and include the purpose, side effects, interactions and cautions or contraindications. Medication preparation, supplies and route of administration are thoroughly covered as well. Cengage’s online learning Platform, MindTap, offers updated resources and enhanced study tools and assessments to support student learning and engagement.

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Part I: INTRODUCTION.
1. Consumer Safety and Drug Regulations.
2. Drug Names and References.
3. Sources and Bodily Effects of Drugs.
4. Medication Preparations and Supplies.
5. Abbreviations and Systems of Measurement.
6. Safe Dosage Preparation.
7. Responsibilities and Principles of Drug Administration.
8. Administration by the Gastrointestinal Route.
9. Administration by Parenteral and Other Routes.
10. Poison Control.
Part II: DRUG CLASSIFICATIONS.
11. Nutritional Concepts of Pharmacology.
12. Integumentary System Medications.
13. Autonomic Nervous System Drugs.
14. Cardiovascular Drugs.
15. Urinary System Drugs.
16. Gastrointestinal Drugs.
17. Respiratory System Drugs and Antihistamines.
18. Eye and Ear Medications.
19. Central Nervous System Drugs: Analgesics, Sedatives, and Hypnotics.
20. Psychotropic Medications, Alcohol,  Drug Abuse and Withdrawal Agents.
21. Musculoskeletal and Anti-inflammatory Drugs.
22. Anticonvulsants, Antiparkinsonian Drugs, and Agents for Alzheimer's Disease.
23. Endocrine System Drugs.
24. Reproductive System Drugs.
25. Anti-infective Drugs and Vaccines.
26. Antineoplastic Drugs.
27. Age Related Medication Issues.
Comprehensive Review Exam for Part I.
Comprehensive Review Exam for Part II.

K12 Print + Digital Bundle: Essentials of Pharmacology for Health Professions, 9th Student Edition + MindTap (6-year access)

EPACK: K12CTE ESSEN PHARMACOLO GY HLTH PROFESSIONS + MT 6YR

K12 Print + Digital Bundle: Essentials of Pharmacology for Health Professions, 9th Student Edition + MindTap (1-year access)

EPACK: K12CTE ESSEN PHARMACOLO GY HLTH PROFESSIONS + MT 1YR

Essentials of Pharmacology for Health Professions, 9th K12 MindTap (1-year access)

IAC K12 MT ESSENTIALS PHARMACO LOGY F/HEALTH PROFESSIONS 1YR

Our online learning platforms are designed to achieve better results. By increasing student engagement, improving teacher productivity, and using assessment to enable differentiation, we support growth. 

With Essentials of Pharmacology for Health Professions, 9th K12 MindTap (1-year access), our online solution goes further with content from the most trusted sources that not only aligns to your standards & certifications but creates a sense of belonging and inclusion.

Essentials of Pharmacology for Health Professions, 9th K12 MindTap (6-year access)

IAC K12 MT ESSENTIALS PHARMACO LOGY F/HEALTH PROFESSIONS 6YR

Our online learning platforms are designed to achieve better results. By increasing student engagement, improving teacher productivity, and using assessment to enable differentiation, we support growth. 

With Essentials of Pharmacology for Health Professions, 9th K12 MindTap (6-year access), our online solution goes further with content from the most trusted sources that not only aligns to your standards & certifications but creates a sense of belonging and inclusion.

Instructor's Companion Website for Colbert/James/Katrancha's Essentials of Pharmacology for Health Professions

INSTR WBS ESSENTIALS PHARMACOL OGY FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONS

Instructor's Companion Website

Everything you need for your course in one place! This collection of product-specific lecture and class tools is available online via the instructor resource center at www.cengage.com/login. You'll be able to access and download materials such as PowerPoint® presentations, images, instructor's manual, videos and more.

Part I: INTRODUCTION.
1. Consumer Safety and Drug Regulations.
2. Drug Names and References.
3. Sources and Bodily Effects of Drugs.
4. Medication Preparations and Supplies.
5. Abbreviations and Systems of Measurement. 
6. Safe Dosage Preparation.
7. Responsibilities and Principles of Drug Administration.
8. Administration by the Gastrointestinal Route.
9. Administration by the Parenteral Route.
10. Poison Control.
Part II: DRUG CLASSIFICATIONS.
11. Vitamins, Minerals, and Herbs.
12. Integumentary System Medications.	
13. Autonomic Nervous System Drugs.
14. Cardiovascular Drugs.
15. Urinary System Drugs.
16. Gastrointestinal Drugs.
17. Respiratory System Drugs and Antihistamines.
18. Eye and Ear Medications.
19. Analgesics, Sedatives, and Hypnotics.
20. Psychotropic Medications, Alcohol, and Drug Abuse Agents.
21. Musculoskeletal and Anti-inflammatory Drugs.
22. Anticonvulsants, Antiparkinsonian Drugs, and Agents for Alzheimer's Disease.
23. Endocrine System Drugs.
24. Reproductive System Drugs.
25. Anti-infective Drugs and Vaccines.
26. Antineoplastic Drugs.
27. Geriatric and Pediatric Drug Considerations.
Comprehensive Review Exam for Part I.
Comprehensive Review Exam for Part II.

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