Study Guide for Introduction to Clinical Pharmacology - Elsevier E-Book on VitalSource, 12th Edition

by Constance G. Visovsky, PhD, RN, ACNP-BC, FAAN, Cheryl H. Zambroski, PhD, RN and Shirley M. Hosler, MSN, RN

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Reinforce your understanding of nursing pharmacology with this practical study guide! Corresponding chapter by chapter to Introduction to Clinical Pharmacology, 12th Edition, this workbook provides the practice and review needed to help you master pharmacology knowledge and prepare for the NCLEX-PN® Examination. A variety of questions includes a math review, dosage calculation exercises, and case studies that emphasize clinical decision-making and prioritization. It’s the ideal study tool and review companion for your textbook!

New to This Edition
- Two all-new chapters provide the latest content in this quickly-changing market - Drugs for Weight Loss and Drugs for Complementary and Integrative Therapies
- Updated exercises cover newly approved pharmaceutical treatments and drugs
Key Features
- Ideal scope of content and readability for LPN/LVN programs provides illustrated, need-to-know pharmacology information
- A focus on drug categories helps you understand the actions and uses of drug classes and provides a framework for safe, effective practice as new drugs are introduced to the market
- Rationales accompany nursing actions, helping you understand why actions or precautions are necessary and to better communicate directions to patients and their families
- Safety Alert boxes and Black Box Warnings highlight important nursing considerations for safe medication administration and monitoring
- Lifespan Considerations boxes draw attention to information that is especially important when giving a specific drug to older adults, children, or pregnant/lactating women
- Get Ready for the Next Generation NCLEX® Examination! section includes key points, review questions, and case studies with critical thinking questions to prepare you for the pharmacology questions on the NCLEX-PN® Exam
- Top Tips for Safety and Memory Jogger features help you remember key information
- Online video clips on medication administration procedures provide you with a visual reference for safe drug administration
- Key terms include definitions and page references to help you improve terminology and language skills before you enter clinical practice
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Contents

TOC with notes for Development - Internal Use Only:

UNIT I GENERAL PRINCIPLES
1. Pharmacology and the Nursing Process in LPN Practice
2. Legal, Regulatory, and Ethical Aspects of Drug Administration
3. Principles of Pharmacology

UNIT II PRINCIPLES OF DRUG ADMINISTRATION
4. Drug Calculation: Preparing and Giving Drugs

UNIT III DRUG CATEGORIES
5. Drugs for Inflammation and Pain (pieces of old ed ch12 and 13)
6. Drugs for Osteoporosis, Arthritis, and Gout (pieces of old ed ch12 and 13)
7. Drugs for Anesthesia (taken from old ch12)
8. is old 8 Drugs for Allergy and Respiratory Problems
9. is old 5 Drugs for Bacterial Infections
10. is old 6 Drugs for Tuberculosis, Fungal, and Parasitic Infections
11. is old 7 Drugs for Viral and Retroviral Infections
12. is old 20 Drug Therapy for Diabetes
13. is old 19 Drugs for Thyroid and Adrenal Problems
14. is part of old 9 Drugs Affecting the Renal/Urinary System
15. is part of old 9 Cardiovascular Systems (with any redundant info bulleted)
16. is old 16 Drugs Affecting the Hematologic System
17. is old14 Drugs for Gastrointestinal Problems
18. is old 17 Drugs for Cancer Treatment
19. is old 10 Drugs for Central Nervous System Problems
20. is old 11 Drugs for Mental Health
21. is old 15 Drugs for Immunization and Immunomodulation
22. is old 18 Drugs for Reproductive Health
23. is old 22 Drugs for Eye and Ear Problems
24. is old 23 Over-the-Counter Drug Therapy (vitamins, cough/cold)
25. is new with pieces of old23: Complementary and Integrative Therapy (Herbals, Essential oils, Massage, etc.)
26. is NEW – chapter on Drugs for Weight Loss
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 Shirley M. Hosler, MSN, RN, Formerly, Nursing Instructor, School of Nursing, National American University, USA
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