Pharmacology for the Primary Care Provider - Elsevier eBook on VitalSource, 6th Edition

by Constance G. Visovsky, PhD, RN, ACNP-BC, FAAN, Cheryl H. Zambroski, PhD, RN and Sean L. Sharp, DC, APRN, FNP-BC, NP-C

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Understand the most commonly prescribed drugs used in primary care! Pharmacology for the Primary Care Provider, 6th Edition, is written for Nurse Practitioners, other Advanced Practice Nursing prescribers, and Physician Assistants/Associates. Mirroring how clinicians really practice, this unique text describes the condition or disease to be treated and then provides a step-by-step method to use when making treatment decisions. It shows how to evaluate drug information, presenting the latest evidence-based clinical guidelines and tips for safe and effective practice. Featuring the most current drug information, this new edition continues to emphasize health promotion strategies and adds an enhanced focus on patient-centered care.

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Key Features
- Focus on key drugs highlights the most commonly prescribed and most representative drugs of each major drug class — with particular emphasis on the top 100 prescribed drugs.
- Comprehensive pharmacotherapeutics content is written specifically for Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Nurse Specialists, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists, Certified Nurse-Midwives, and Physician Assistants/Associates.
- Organization of chapters is based on body systems rather than drug classes, for better coverage of the medications prescribed for the health problems affecting specific body systems.
- Emphasis on health promotion describes how to help patients stay well and improve their health, including coverage of vitamins, weight management, immunizations and biologicals, and smoking cessation.
- Consistent chapter format begins with an overview of anatomy, physiology, and disease processes — as opposed to drug classes or drug types — and then follows the World Health Organization’s Process for Rational Prescribing, using a six-step approach to drug selection and discussing first- , second- , and third-line treatments for each specific problem.
- Emphasis on patient teaching helps you communicate with patients and family caregivers to promote adherence to the drug regimen.
- Complementary and Alternative Therapies tables highlight significant dietary and herbal interactions with FDA-approved drugs.
- Practical learning aids include:
  - NEW! Health Equity boxes that emphasize a commitment to patient-centered care.
  - Practice Pearls boxes that highlight good prescribing practices, safety measures, follow-up recommendations, serum blood level monitoring, referrals to specialty providers, and other key prescriber tips.
  - Black Box Warning boxes that draw attention to critical drug safety precautions.
  - Medication Dosages tables that include dosage ranges, maintenance doses, and, where appropriate, plans for dose escalation and de-escalation (e.g., corticosteroids).
  - Bookmark This features that identify websites where updated clinical guidelines can be found.
  - Pharmacogenetics boxes
  - Quality and Safety boxes
  - Application Questions for Discussion
New to This Edition
- NEW! Updates throughout reflect the most current FDA drug approvals and withdrawals as well as the most current, evidence-based, national and international drug treatment guidelines.
- NEW! Enhanced emphasis on patient-centered care includes new Health Equity boxes, reflecting the emphases of the AACN 2021 Essentials and the 2020 Future of Nursing report.
- NEW! Healthy People 2020-2030 objectives are incorporated, addressing those related to drug therapy.
- NEW Review questions on the companion Evolve website include approximately 540 items.
Contents

Unit 1 Principles of Pharmacology for Advanced Practice
1 Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics
2 Pharmacogenomics
3 Prescribing Considerations
Unit 2 Topical Medications
4 Integumentary System Medications
5 Eye and Ear Medications
Unit 3 Pulmonary System Medications
6 Allergy and Respiratory Medications
7 Asthma Medications
8 Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Medications
Unit 4 Cardiovascular System Medications
9 Antihyperlipidemic Medications
10 Antihypertensive Medications
11 Coronary Heart Disease Medications
12 Heart Failure Medications
13 Antiarrhythmic Medications
Unit 5 Hematologic System Medications
14 Anemia Medications
15 Anticlotting Medications
16 Oral Anticancer Medications
Unit 6 Gastrointestinal System Medications
17 Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, Gastritis, and Peptic Ulcer Disease Medications
18 Constipation and Diarrhea and IBS Medications
19 Antiemetic Medications
Unit 7 Genitourinary System Medications
20 Male Genitourinary Medications
21 Urinary Incontinence Medications and Urinary Analgesics
Unit 8 Reproductive System Medications
22 Contraceptive Medications
23 Hormone Replacement Therapy for Biologic Males and Females
Unit 9 Musculoskeletal System Medications
24 Anti-inflammatory Medications
25 Disease-Modifying and Immune Therapy Medications
26 Antigout Medications
27 Osteoporosis Medications
28 Muscle Relaxant Medications
Unit 10 Central Nervous System Medications
29 Migraine Headache Medications
30 Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Medications
31 Antiepileptic Medications
32 Parkinson’s Disease Medications
33 Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease Medications
34 Opioids for Pain Management and Substance Use Disorder
Unit 11 Mental Health and Behavior-Modifying Medications
35 Antianxiety and Insomnia Medications
36 Mood Disorder Medications
37 Antipsychotic Medications
Unit 12 Endocrine System Medications
38 Thyroid Medications
39 Adrenal Gland Medications
40 Diabetes Mellitus Medications
Unit 13 Anti-infective Medications
41 Principles for Prescribing Anti-infective Medications in Primary Care
42 Penicillins
43 Cephalosporins
44 Tetracyclines
45 Macrolides
46 Fluoroquinolones
47 Sulfonamides
48 Antitubercular Medications
49 Antifungal Medications
50 Antiretroviral Medications
51 Antiprotozoal Medications
Unit 14 Health Promotions
52 Immunizations and Immunomodulation Medications and Schedules
53 Weight Management Medications
54 Smoking Cessation Medications
Authors

Constance G. Visovsky, PhD, RN, ACNP-BC, FAAN, Professor and Lewis and Leona Hughes Endowed Chair in Nursing Science, College of Nursing, University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida, USA, Cheryl H. Zambroski, PhD, RN, Associate Professor, College of Nursing, University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida, USA and Sean L. Sharp, DC, APRN, FNP-BC, NP-C