cover image - Workbook for Pharmacology for Pharmacy Technicians - Elsevier eBook on VitalSource, 3rd Edition
ISBN: 9780323550017
Copyright: 2019
Publication Date: 11-15-2018
Page Count: 232
Imprint: Elsevier
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Workbook for Pharmacology for Pharmacy Technicians - Elsevier eBook on VitalSource, 3rd Edition

by Kathy Moscou, PhD, RPh, MPH and Karen Snipe, CPhT, AS, BA, MEd

Elsevier eBook on VitalSource

cover image - Workbook for Pharmacology for Pharmacy Technicians - Elsevier eBook on VitalSource, 3rd Edition
ISBN: 9780323550017
Copyright: 2019
Publication Date: 11-15-2018
Page Count: 232
Imprint: Elsevier
List Price: $34.99
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Reinforce your comprehension of pharmacologic concepts with this hands-on workbook. Specially designed to parallel the material in Pharmacology for Pharmacy Technicians, 3rd Edition, this workbook provides in-depth study and review of the terminology, principles, and applications of pharmacology needed for certification and practice as a Pharmacy Technician. Its user-friendly format and engaging learning exercises include vocabulary quizzes, review questions, critical thinking exercises, research activities, and new case applications to help you build a solid foundation for pharmacy practice!

    • Chapter-by-chapter correlation with textbook is ideal for in-class review or remediation.
    • Learning exercises include terms and definitions, multiple-choice, matching, true/false, critical thinking, and research activities to encourage higher-level application of content.
    • UPDATED! Drug information reflects the latest dosage and prescription guidelines.
    • Comprehensive, updated content is tailored to the needs of Pharmacy Technician education.
    • NEW! Case scenarios and questions promote real-world application of text content.
    • IMPROVED! New and revised review questions offer a mix of recall, comprehension, and application for progressive learning
    • NEW! Coverage of advancements in the areas of vaccines, HIV/AIDS, cancer, and diabetes provide students with the latest information for these chronic conditions.
    • NEW! Additional artwork supports foundational and body-system pharmacology content.
  • Unit I:  Introduction to Pharmacology
    1. Fundamentals of Pharmacology
    2. Principles of Pharmacology
    3. Pharmacodynamics
    4. Drug Interactions and Medication Errors

    Unit II: Drugs Affecting the Autonomic Nervous System and Central Nervous System
    5. Treatment of Anxiety
    6. Treatment of Depression
    7. Treatment of Schizophrenia and Psychoses
    8. Treatment of Alzheimer’s, Huntington’s and Parkinson’s Disease
    9. Treatment of Seizure Disorders
    10. Treatment of Pain and Migraine Headache
    11. Treatment of Sleep Disorders and Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

    Unit III: Drugs Affecting the Musculoskeletal System
    12. Neuromuscular Blockade and Muscle Spasms
    13. Treatment of Gout, Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis
    14. Treatment of Osteoporosis and Paget’s Disease of the Bone

    Unit IV: Drugs Affecting the Ophthalmic and Otic Systems
    15. Treatment of Diseases of the Eye
    16. Treatment of Disorders of the Ear

    Unit V: Drugs Affecting the Cardiovascular System
    17. Treatment of Angina
    18. Treatment of Hypertension
    19. Treatment of Heart Disease and Stroke
    20. Treatment of Arrhythmia

    Unit VI: Drugs Affecting the Gastrointestinal System
    21. Treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, Laryngopharyngeal Reflux, and Peptic Ulcer Disease
    22. Treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Ulcerative Colitis, and Crohn’s Disease

    Unit VII: Drugs Affecting the Respiratory System
    23. Treatment of Asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    24. Treatment of Allergies

    Unit VIII: Drugs Affecting the Endocrine System
    25. Treatment of Thyroid Disorders
    26. Treatment of Diabetes Mellitus

    Unit IX: Drugs Affecting the Reproductive System
    27. Drugs That Affect the Reproductive System
    28. Treatment of Prostate Disease and Erectile Dysfunction

    Unit X:  Drugs Affecting the Immune System
    29. Treatment of Bacterial Infections
    30. Treatment of Viral Infections
    31. Treatment of Cancers
    32. Vaccines and Immunomodulators

    Unit XI: Drugs Affecting the Integumentary System
    33. Treatment of Fungal Infections
    34. Treatment of Pressure Injuries and Burns
    35. Treatment of Acne
    36. Treatment of Eczema and Psoriasis
    37. Treatment of Lice & Scabies

  • Kathy Moscou, PhD, RPh, MPH, Research Affiliate, Centre for Aboriginal and Rural Education Studies, Brandon UniversityBrandon, Manitoba, CanadaFormer Director, Pharmacy Technician Program (1989-2006), North Seattle Community College, Vancouver, WA, USA and Karen Snipe, CPhT, AS, BA, MEd, Pharmacy Technician Program Coordinator, Department Head, Diagnostic and Imaging Services, Trident Technical College, Charleston, SC, USA
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