Fundamentals of Pharmacology for Paramedics provides students with the
insight and understanding of pharmacological essentials needed to
respond effectively to the patients' needs. This textbook will help
students improve, expand, and enhance their expertise and the overall
health and wellbeing of their patients, while boosting their
self-confidence as paramedics in the process. This textbook integrates
the extensive knowledge of pharmacology into a workable and accessible
plan of care that will help to improve patient care. The book also
includes:
- Thorough introductions to pharmacology and how to use pharmaceutical,
and prescribing reference guides
- Comprehensive explorations of the legal and ethical issues of
pharmacology within paramedicine and the role of the paramedic in
medicines management
- Practical discussions of pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, drug
formulations, and adverse drug reactions
- In-depth examinations of a wide variety of medicines, including
analgesics, antibacterials, and medications used in the
cardiovascular, renal, respiratory, gastrointestinal, and nervous
systems
Written for students of paramedicine, Fundamentals of Pharmacology for
Paramedics would also prove an indispensable resource for practicing
paramedics seeking a practical, one-stop reference on a challenging
subject.
